Arsenic Testing and Analysis Kits

Though less common than lead-based paint, arsenic was sometimes used in older paint formulations and some Victorian properties still contain wallpapers that used arsenic-based blue and green pigments. If arsenic-based paint or wallpaper becomes damp, a specific type of mould can grow and metabolise the arsenic into a volatile form of arsene gas which can be inhaled by the occupants. Even if concentrations are low, prolonged exposure can lead to arsenic bio-accumulating in the body.

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What’s Included in the Kit:

Our arsenic testing and analysis kit comes with all the personal protective equipment (PPE) needed to safely take a sample of suspected arsenic-based paint or wallpaper. Once received, the sample will then be analysed in our own in-house UKAS 17025 accredited laboratory, and a certificate of analysis will be issued to you within 3 working days.

Included in our kit you’ll find the following:

• Disposable gloves
• Cleaning wipes to ensure sample tools are kept clean
• Labelled grip lock polythene sample bags
• Pre-addressed return envelope for lab analysis
• Sample submission form
• Detailed and easy-to-follow instructions

Collecting Samples:

Avoid disturbing paint or wallpaper until testing is complete. Wear gloves during the collection process and  work in well-ventilated areas, limiting contact with the paint surface. For areas with deteriorating paint, professional assistance is strongly recommended.