off-gas
Release trapped fumes
Off-gas means to release gases, especially volatile chemicals or fumes trapped in materials.
New carpets, furniture, and building materials off-gas for weeks or months after installation: The paint needs time to off-gas before we move back in.
The noun off-gassing refers to this process: We left the windows open to reduce off-gassing.
Capable of causing harm
- flammableProne to ignition
- carcinogenicCauses cancer
- noxiousHarmful, especially when inhaled
- irritantSource of vexation
asphyxiant · explosive · combustible · harmful · poisonous · neurotoxic · corrosive · hazardous
Movement of atmosphere
- exhaustUse up entirely
- circulationMovement through a system
- HVACIndoor climate management
- filtrationSeparating solids from liquids
ductwork · fan · blower · vent · purification · dilution · extraction
Colorless pungent preservative gas
- benzeneAromatic hydrocarbon solvent
- tolueneAromatic solvent from petroleum
- styreneAromatic hydrocarbon for plastics
- xyleneDimethylbenzene industrial solvent
acetaldehyde · ethylene · propane · butane · ammonia · chlorine · phosgene · solvent
Industrial product creation
- curingRestoring health or preserving
- moldingDecorative architectural edging
- extrusionPushing through a die
- vulcanizationChemically strengthening raw rubber
polymerization · kiln · foundry · refinery · smelting · processing · production · fabrication
Bubble-filled substance
- carpetThick floor textile
- mattressPadded sleeping surface
- plywoodEngineered layered wood panels
- particleboardBonded wood fragment sheets
MDF · laminate · paint · adhesive · sealant · insulation · upholstery · plastic
Of fiery mountain origin
- magmaMolten rock underground
- lavaErupted liquid stone
- geothermalRelating to underground heat
- radonRadioactive inert gas
hydrothermal · fumarole · subsurface · mantle
Cranial pain
- nauseaPre-vomiting stomach discomfort
- dizzinessUnsteady, spinning sensation
- sensitivityResponsiveness to stimuli
- odorPerceived atmospheric emission
smell · symptoms · exposure · inhalation
toxic
Capable of causing harm
- flammableProne to ignition
- carcinogenicCauses cancer
- noxiousHarmful, especially when inhaled
irritant · asphyxiant · explosive · combustible · harmful · poisonous · neurotoxic · corrosive · hazardous · dangerous
airflow
Movement of atmosphere
- exhaustUse up entirely
- circulationMovement through a system
- HVACIndoor climate management
filtration · ductwork · fan · blower · vent · purification · dilution · extraction
formaldehyde
Colorless pungent preservative gas
- benzeneAromatic hydrocarbon solvent
- tolueneAromatic solvent from petroleum
- styreneAromatic hydrocarbon for plastics
xylene · acetaldehyde · ethylene · propane · butane · ammonia · chlorine · phosgene · solvent · plasticizer
manufacturing
Industrial product creation
- curingRestoring health or preserving
- moldingDecorative architectural edging
- extrusionPushing through a die
vulcanization · polymerization · kiln · foundry · refinery · smelting · processing · production · fabrication · warehouse
foam
Bubble-filled substance
particleboard · MDF · laminate · paint · adhesive · sealant · insulation · upholstery · plastic · rubber
volcanic
Of fiery mountain origin
- magmaMolten rock underground
- lavaErupted liquid stone
- geothermalRelating to underground heat
radon · hydrothermal · fumarole · subsurface · mantle
headache
Cranial pain
- nauseaPre-vomiting stomach discomfort
- dizzinessUnsteady, spinning sensation
- sensitivityResponsiveness to stimuli
odor · smell · symptoms · exposure · inhalation