Public awareness surrounding cleanliness has grown rapidly over the last few years, and in our increasingly microbe-focused society, it’s more important than ever for coatings manufacturers to ensure they are doing all they can to help tackle microbial contamination and put their customers’ minds at rest.
As well as providing assurance, controlling the growth of harmful microbes also has a significant effect on product lifetime and sustainability. How often is something thrown away because it no longer works or looks as it did originally? Frequently, belongings degrade not because of normal wear and tear, but because of microbes. Bacteria and fungi generate unsavory odors and unsightly stains, and may even break down the surface of an item if not kept in check. For products frequently exposed to moist and humid surroundings, the problem of irreversible damage can be much worse. Deterioration caused by microorganisms, therefore, discourages item reuse and leads to higher volumes of waste going to landfill, which has negative repercussions on the environment.