Evaluation of odorous compounds emitted from building materials using gas chromatography - Olfactometry

Abstract

Aim of this study is that it will be clarified the effects of odor emitted from building materials on perceived air quality. In this paper, odorous compounds from PVC floorings attached to the floor slabs are identified and characterized using gas chromatography -olfactometry(GC- O). The quantity and character of odorous chemical compounds from building materials differs. It is considered that the perceived air quality is affected by the chemical reaction in the building materials and moisture content of the building materials. And it is considered that the results of the evaluation using GC-O are affected panel's sensitivity of odor.