This unique practical reference offers step-by-step help in tackling graffiti. Common target locations are described, and the importance of identifying and understanding the nature of the surface before selecting the appropriate Graffiti Removal Method is emphasised. Protecting surfaces
against graffiti attack is an increasingly attractive option, due to the effectiveness of modern chemical systems and the economic benefits of the approach, but selection of suitable materials and methods is essential. The book deals with the subject thoroughly. The spread of graffiti owes much to the development of new forms of aerosol and felt-tip markers. Solvents and other chemical systems have been developed to
deal with these, but many of them need careful handling and
use to avoid causing hazards to operatives. Getting Rid of Graffiti lays special emphasis on safe working practices to minimise risk and takes account of current UK Health and Safety at Work and COSHH legislation. Addresses of relevant sources of information and specialist materials and equipment are given in an appendix. The whole book is based on the first hand experience of London Underground Ltd in research and development into graffiti materials and protective coatings, methods and equipment, site trials, training of staff and development of the Graffiti Removal Methods.
By:
Maurice J. Whitford Foreword by:
Professor Graham Ashworth Imprint: CRC Press Country of Publication: United Kingdom Dimensions:
Height: 246mm,
Width: 189mm,
Spine: 17mm
Weight: 490g ISBN:9780419170402 ISBN 10: 0419170405 Pages: 176 Publication Date:05 December 1991 Audience:
College/higher education
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Professional and scholarly
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Further / Higher Education
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Undergraduate
Format:Hardback Publisher's Status: Active
Foreword. Preface. Acknowledgements. History and trends in graffiti. Anti-graffiti policy. Assessing the problem. Graffiti marker types. Graffiti removal agents. Graffiti removal equipment. Graffiti removal methods. Selection guide to graffiti removal methods. Graffiti removal in common target locations. Surface type and graffiti removal. Graffiti resistant surface materials. Anti-graffiti protective coatings. Applying protective coatings. Contractual aspects. Health and safety in graffiti removal and surface protection. Graffiti prevention - alternative counter methods. Appendices: Manufacturers and suppliers; advisory bodies; Conversion tables; basis of COSHH Regulations. References. Index.
Maurice J. Whitford
Reviews for Getting Rid of Graffiti: A practical guide to graffiti removal and anti-graffiti protection
...essential reading. Stongly recommended - Chemistry and Industry