Study on emission of decomposed chemicals of esters contained in PVC flooring and adhesive

Effect of montmorillonite as additive on the properties of cement-based composites

“…The specimens with dimensions of 200 mm × 200 mm × 30 mm were placed into a cell, where the relative humidity (RH) is kept constant by means of a saturated salt solution [12] . Three specimens from each mix were used.…”

Odor in Relation to Different Polymers

“…127 2-Ethyl-1-hexanol is detected in indoor air at relatively high concentrations. 128 Moisture with a high pH in concrete slabs and self-leveling sub-flooring material reacts with di-2-ethylhexyl phthalate, plasticizer of polyvinylchloride flooring and compounds containing the 2-ethyl-1-hexyl group in the adhesive. 128 2-Ethyl-1-hexanol is considered to be 128 Other odor components are produced by acrylic adhesives used with flooring.…”

“…128 Moisture with a high pH in concrete slabs and self-leveling sub-flooring material reacts with di-2-ethylhexyl phthalate, plasticizer of polyvinylchloride flooring and compounds containing the 2-ethyl-1-hexyl group in the adhesive. 128 2-Ethyl-1-hexanol is considered to be 128 Other odor components are produced by acrylic adhesives used with flooring. 128 Secondary emissions from building materials found in indoor air are products of degradation of thermal stabilizer, plasticizers, and flame retardants.…”

“…128 2-Ethyl-1-hexanol is considered to be 128 Other odor components are produced by acrylic adhesives used with flooring. 128 Secondary emissions from building materials found in indoor air are products of degradation of thermal stabilizer, plasticizers, and flame retardants. 129 Among building materials, PVC is a minor contributor of indoor pollution.…”

Odor in Various Products

“…24 Figure 9.2 shows the mechanism of emission of 2-ethyl-1-hexanol from PVC flooring adhered to concrete slabs. 25 It has been reported that building dampness in concrete floor constructions, with the emission of 2ethyl-1-hexanol, is related to sick building syndrome symptoms, although indications of microbial growth and water leakage in the building were not found. 25 Indoor air pollution with 2-ethyl-1-hexanol has been identified not only in Europe, but also in Japan.…”