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On the Role of Atmospheric Weathering on Paint Dust Aerosol Generated by Mechanical Abrasion of TiO 2 Containing Paints

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  • Adam W. Nored

    (Interdisciplinary Engineering Program, School of Engineering, University of Alabama at Birmingham, 1075 13th St. S, Birmingham, AL 35205, USA)

  • Jacob S. Shedd

    (Department of Environmental Health Sciences, Ryals School of Public Health, University of Alabama at Birmingham, 1665 University Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35233, USA)

  • Marie-Cecile G. Chalbot

    (Department of Environmental Health Sciences, Ryals School of Public Health, University of Alabama at Birmingham, 1665 University Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35233, USA
    Department of Biological Sciences, School of Arts and Sciences, New York City College of Technology, 285 Jay St., New York, NY 11201, USA)

  • Ilias G. Kavouras

    (Department of Environmental Health Sciences, Ryals School of Public Health, University of Alabama at Birmingham, 1665 University Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35233, USA
    Department of Environmental, Occupational and Geospatial Health Sciences, CUNY Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy, 55 W 125th Street, New York, NY 10024, USA)

Abstract

In recent years, the introduction and use of new nanomaterials in construction has increased at a rapid rate. Exterior surface paints have been a product that have had these nanomaterials added to them. In this study, the effects of natural weathering and exposure to atmospheric agents was examined to determine the detrimental effects on outdoor paint that has been created with nanomaterials. Data collected over the course of the yearlong study indicate that the nanoparticles of the titanium dioxide were eliminated rapidly. Further testing indicated that various elements of weathering were affecting the physical integrity of the paint. The weathering agents that appeared to have the greatest effect on the samples were acid deposition and total precipitation. There was a strong association between carbon monoxide and the effects on the panels. These results can lead to new plans for assessments involving the synergistic effects of all weathering agents.

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  • Adam W. Nored & Jacob S. Shedd & Marie-Cecile G. Chalbot & Ilias G. Kavouras, 2022. "On the Role of Atmospheric Weathering on Paint Dust Aerosol Generated by Mechanical Abrasion of TiO 2 Containing Paints," IJERPH, MDPI, vol. 19(3), pages 1-11, January.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jijerp:v:19:y:2022:i:3:p:1265-:d:731669
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    1. Ana Sofia Fonseca & Anna-Kaisa Viitanen & Tomi Kanerva & Arto Säämänen & Olivier Aguerre-Chariol & Sebastien Fable & Adrien Dermigny & Nicolas Karoski & Isaline Fraboulet & Ismo Kalevi Koponen & Camil, 2021. "Occupational Exposure and Environmental Release: The Case Study of Pouring TiO 2 and Filler Materials for Paint Production," IJERPH, MDPI, vol. 18(2), pages 1-26, January.
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