Preparation of photochemical coatings of metal films (copper, silver and gold) on dielectric surfaces and studying their antimicrobial properties

The metals of the copper subgroup (copper, silver, gold) are known for its antibacterial properties for a long time. For example, among the antimicrobial properties of copper, it should be noted its ability effectively inactivate MRSA and influenza a virus including subtype H1N1, called “swine flu”. In this study we developed a number of methods of gold, copper and silver and its mixture coatings of dielectric materials and applied these coatings on textile fabrics. Subsequent antimicrobial testing of coated fabrics were conducted using two bacteria E. coli and S. aureus. Obtained coatings were subjected to numerous washing and creasing to prove its resistance