The invention relates to an antimicrobial article in a sheet form including a
porous sheeting substrate impregnated with a water-based antimicrobial composition
comprising at least one polymeric emulsion or dispersion and at least one antimicrobial
component that is substantially non-leaching and free of environmental hazardous
material. The antimicrobial article may further comprise an adhesive coating disposed
on at least one surface of the antimicrobial article. A removable protective film
may be held to the exposed surface of the adhesive coating. The invention also
provides a process of manufacturing the antimicrobial article. The antimicrobial
article can be used, e.g., over fiberglass pipe insulation, on air duct liners,
in building wall cavities, over gypsum wallboard and other construction surfaces.