BS EN 15457:2007
Paints and varnishes - Laboratory method for testing the efficacy of film preservatives in a coating against fungi

Standard No.

BS EN 15457:2007

Release Date

2008

Published By

British Standards Institution (BSI)

Status

Be replaced 2014-08

Replace By

BS EN 15457:2014

BS EN 15457:2008

Latest

BS EN 15457:2022

Scope

This European standard specifies a laboratory test method for determining the biocidal/biostatic efficacy of film preservatives in a coating against fungal growth. This standard does not apply to coatings not susceptible to fungal growth. The test method comprises only film preservation, not the protection of the substrate itself, e.g. wood, which is dealt with in another standard. The test method is applicable for wood and masonry coatings. It is not applicable to marine coatings. Safety, health and environmental aspects are not in the scope of this standard.

BS EN 15457:2007 history

• 2022 BS EN 15457:2022 Paints and varnishes. Laboratory method for testing the efficacy of film preservatives in a coating against fungi
• 2014 BS EN 15457:2014 Paints and varnishes. Laboratory method for testing the efficacy of film preservatives in a coating against fungi
• 2008 BS EN 15457:2007 Paints and varnishes - Laboratory method for testing the efficacy of film preservatives in a coating against fungi