Stripping and painting asbestos-cement pipe

[Steve]

Hi,

The vent pipe from my drain appears to be made of material containing asbestos (asbestos-cement mixture I think). It's sound, but the paint is flaking off.

The pipe is outside and mounted close against the wall. Obviously I don't want to sand or wire brush it. Also I'm worried that a chemical stripper might weaken the material - is this unfounded?

Can anyone suggest an effective, safe way to prepare the surface?

Also, I've heard you need an alkali-resistant primer to avoid attacking the cement components. Any suggestions on the best types of paint are welcome.

Many thanks

Steve

[bigcat]

If its white or light grey I'd use a wet scouring pad. Maybe not if its blue or brown pipe tho.

I've seen ordinary emulsion last a long time outdoors on asbestos. Dont know if theres anything thats specific for asbestos, maybe someone does.

NT

[Steve Walker]

stabilisinng solution & external emulsion worked for us