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Vape-device aerosol art vs theatrical fog machines in UK galleries (2026): Managing exposure, ventilation and safety for immersive exhibitions
This article compares vape-device aerosol art and professional theatrical fog/haze machines in UK galleries (2026), covering composition, exposure risks, standards and ventilation. It offers practical, evidence-based guidance for curators and artists to manage visitor exposure and choose the safest approach for their exhibition.
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2026 UK guidance: Measuring secondhand vaping aerosol (PM2.5) and VOCs in pubs — ventilation and monitoring best practice
The 2026 UK guidance sets out standardised monitoring and ventilation targets to control secondhand vaping aerosol (PM2.5) and VOCs in pubs. It recommends continuous PM2.5 monitoring, periodic VOC sampling, and engineered ventilation (minimum 10 L/s/person and higher ACH in busy areas) to reduce spikes that studies have shown can reach mean PM2.5 ≈197 µg/m3 during dense vaping events.