| abstract |
The invention includes an architectural microbial mitigating barrier that includes a barrier-forming material, and at least one biocide. The barrier forming material may be a bitumen product, an elastomeric polymer and combinations thereof. The architectural microbial mitigating barrier can be formed by applying an emulsion composition directly to an architectural surface, or it can be preformed and adhered or otherwise secured to the architectural surface in the form of a sheet or film. The invention also includes architectural assemblies and / or building coverings that include the microbial mitigating barrier. Related methods include a method of preparing an architectural barrier that includes: (a) preparing an emulsion comprising a barrier forming material chosen from a bitumen product, an elastomeric polymer and combinations thereof, and at least one biocide, (b) apply the emulsion to at least one architectural surface, and (c) dry and / or cure the emulsion to form a barrier. |