Interacting with surfaces is a part of daily life; from touching handrails, light switches, and doorknobs, consistently. With so many points of contact, surfaces can become a breeding ground for harmful microbes. Hygienic maintenance of all spaces has become a top priority for building and facilities managers, as well as homeowners. This attention to maintenance requires a rigorous cleaning routine in public spaces and at home. Which begs the question, what if these high-contact surfaces could clean themselves?
PPG Paints, in collaboration with Corning Incorporated, has worked on an answer to this question. There are now anti-microbial paints that offer continuous protection from harmful bacteria and viruses.