Texaco asbestos roofing cement was once sold as a waterproof, fire-resistant product for builders and do-it-yourself roof repairs. In this Asbestos Artifacts video, attorney Justinian Lane examines a vintage can of Texaco Plastic Asbestos Roof Cement and explains how asbestos fibers were used in roofing materials, sealants, shingles, and repair products. The video also covers why old roofs and stored cans of roofing cement may still matter today, especially during renovation, demolition, or removal work that can disturb asbestos-containing materials and release hazardous fibers into the air.
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