REMOVAL AND PREVENTION OF HIGHWAY GRAFFITI

The purpose of this study was to enable the Massachusetts Highway Department to effectively combat the problem of graffiti vandalism. Chemical removers and protective coatings were tested on porous (concrete) and non-porous (traffic sign) surfaces. Based on this testing a variety of products and removal techniques were recommended. In addition, preventative measures are suggested to complement the removal processes to form a successful graffiti abatement program.

• Corporate Authors:

  University of Massachusetts, Amherst

  Transportation Center, 130 Natural Resources Road
  Amherst, MA  United States  01003

  Massachusetts Highway Department

  10 Park Plaza
  Boston, MA  United States  02116-3973

  Federal Highway Administration

  1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE
  Washington, DC  United States  20590
• Authors:
  • Burnett, D T
  • Highter, W H
• Publication Date: 1997-12

Language

• English

Media Info

• Pagination: 67 p.

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Chemicals; Cleaning; Concrete; Graffiti; Prevention; Protective coatings; Traffic signs
• Subject Areas: Highways; Maintenance and Preservation; Security and Emergencies; I61: Equipment and Maintenance Methods;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00780267
• Record Type: Publication
• Source Agency: University of Massachusetts, Amherst
• Report/Paper Numbers: UMTC-97-14,, Final Report
• Files: TRIS, USDOT
• Created Date: Dec 15 1999 12:00AM