EFFECTS OF APPLYING ALCOHOL TO DIFFERENT WOODEN SURFACES ON VOC EMISSIONS AND PERCEIVED AIR QUALITY EVALUATION

Abstract

When alcohol is applied to wooden surfaces, the amount and composition of released substances and secondary products influence the perceived air environment. This study aimed to determine the effects of applying alcohol to indoor wood surfaces on volatile organic compounds emissions and perceived air quality. The perceived air quality in the room deteriorated and the odor rating decreased when cleaning work was performed indoors with 130 mL/m² of alcohol applied to unpainted wood interior and furniture surfaces. Furthermore, the airborne concentration of acetaldehyde was detected more than the indoor guideline values.