This book provides guidance on removing graffiti and protecting surfaces from further attack. It is based on experience built up by London Underground Ltd of dealing with the problem in their trains, buildings, platforms, passageways, public lavatories, bridges and other structures. It is designed to serve as a reference source for anyone who is responsible for managing and maintaining public areas prone to graffiti, and to those who supervise and carry out graffiti removal operations. Guidance on graffiti types, removal agents and equipment is given, effective mechanical and chemical treatments are explained and a series of easy-to-use guidance sheets detailing 15 proven graffiti removal methods are included. Common target locations are described, and the importance of identifying and understanding the nature of the surface before selecting the appropriate graffiti removal method is emphasized. Getting rid of graffiti lays special emphasis on safe working practices to minimize risk and takes account of current UK Health and Safety at work and COSHH legislation. Addresses of relevant sources of information and specialist materials and equipment are given in an appendix.

This book provides, for the first time, clear, authoritative guidance on removing graffiti and protecting surfaces from further attack.