A columnist experiences surrealism with toxic paints and fumes while subcontracting at a legendary art gallery.
As the prime subcontractor for the restoration, we were plaster skim-coating all the interior surfaces and providing new rigid insulation directly to the outer (exterior) curved wall of the spiral ramp where the artwork is exhibited. This insulation was being installed with an adhesive that proved to be extremely toxic. One of the workmen installing the insulation was overcome by the fumes from the adhesive when applied to the insulation and was taken by ambulance to the hospital.