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Question from Stephen

I’m looking for MCS safe Windshield replacement products.  What is the best adhesives/primers to use? How long does the chemical  off gassing take? and any tips to speed up the off-gassing process?

Lisa’s Answer

Look for a low VOC adhesive.  I’m assuming you will need one specifically for glass/windshields, correct?  Here is one I found by searching for low VOC windshield adhesive. I didn’t do an exhaustive search, this is just one that came up.  Also, I can’t tell you if you will react to it or not, as people with MCS have individual reactions.  I can simply point you to materials with lower toxicity.
Most adhesives are designed to off-gas quickly.  Heat will speed up the off-gassing.  You can try putting space heaters to the window for a few days.  If you do this in your garage, I would stay out of it until the bake-out is complete and then air it out.  Make sure your garage has a good seal from the main house.  Alternatively, you could leave the car outside with the windows open for a few weeks.

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