I would never recommend masonite for external siding use.
Does masonite siding have asbestos in it.
If you suspect that your siding may contain asbestos there is no need for alarm.
They used masonite on the small barn over shiplap siding idiots.
Masonite siding is extensively used in constructions.
It helps in protecting a structure from damage caused by weather and other external factors.
But this stuff was somewhat removed to put on the entryway which i was told was done way before the former owner ever moved in.
No it is not the same as asbestos and does not contain asbestos.
The siding may also contain asbestos if it is old with a wood grain texture to resemble cedar.
I would start with a basic understanding of the different options for siding products.
Indeed some gypsum based drywall products did contain asbestos into the 1980 s.
Cement asbestos wall shingles outside and not easily friable unless being demolished or cut with power tools.
I have not however tested nor seen test results specifically for exterior wall sheathing using that material.
Anon81752 may 3 2010.
While older homes will likely contain asbestos in roofing insulation and tiles it can also be present in exterior siding.
Here s a look at some of the common problems arising in masonite sidings and the ways to fix them.
It is not likely that your hardboard masonite type board that was painted over in oil or acrylic contains asbestos hardboard is a wood or cellulose product.
These shingles are generally 12 by 24 inches and the bottom tends to have a wave like pattern though that is not always the case.
As we note at hdf high density fiberboard synonyms or equal product names besides masonite include hernit karlit quartrboard treetex torex and pressboard.
Anon276602 june 25 2012.
Some gypsum board and plaster board products indeed contain asbestos as does some joint compound.
See photos at asbestos siding in this document.
However if not properly maintained it will deteriorate.
I don t think it is even available today is it.