Step 3: Prepare for Gas
The third step of the Whole Home Detox prepares the home for gassing, setting it up properly and placing the Superstratum Deodor Bombs correctly.
Product to be placed in this step.
Superstratum Deodor Bombs are for use in interior living and working spaces and required PPE include an N95 mask and nitrile gloves.
Superstratum Deodor Bombs Pro are for use in uninhabited spaces such as garages, basements, attics, crawlspaces, etc.
Attention
Repeated exposure to the Building Cleaner in a fog application may cause a color change in the antique’s stain due to the oxidation properties of HOCl.
Equipment needed in this step
Calculate and separate Deodor Bomb for each room
Calculate the cubic footage of space in each room to be treated. Determine the Superstratum Deodor Bomb quantity and packet size required for each room.
Tip
You may use our Whole Home Detox Order Wizard to easily calculate the the size and volume of each room.
Be ready
Ideally the Deodor Bomb treatment is completed overnight, because sunlight significantly decreases the performance of chlorine dioxide gas. If you perform this gas treatment during the day, block all sunlight from entering through the windows.
Tip
Ideally the Deodor Bomb treatment is completed overnight, because sunlight significantly decreases the performance of chlorine dioxide gas.
Remove all people, plants, and pets from the home! Remove or protect selected items that may sustain damage during the Deodor Bomb treatment due to the oxidative power of chlorine dioxide gas. Use 6 mil plastic sheeting and painter’s tape to cover these items if you have not already done so in the previous steps.
Items to protect or remove include but are not limited to: instrument, taxidermy, oil paintings and exposed artwork, electronic - TVs, laptops, headphones, monitors, paper goods, leather surface, antique stained furniture.
Attention
Remove all people, plants, and pets from the home!
Attention
Repeated exposure to the Building Cleaner in a fog application may cause a color change in the antique’s stain due to the oxidation properties of HOCl.
Turn off the smoke detector system, remove smoke detectors, or cover with 6 mil plastic sheeting and seal with painter’s tape. Close all exterior windows, doors, and fireplace damper. Seal any gaps or cracks around exterior windows and doors using painter’s tape and 6 mil plastic sheeting.
Open all interior doors, drawers, cabinets, and closets to allow the gas to permeate freely through the home. Stand your furniture cushions and mattresses upright and remove all bedding, fitted sheets, and plastic mattress protectors to allow the chlorine dioxide gas to permeate freely through as many exposed surfaces as possible.
If desired, remove clothes from storage drawers and lay flat or place on coat hangers to allow gas to permeate freely through the clothing fibers.
Distribute Deodor Bomb kits throughout the home. Space the kits apart in each room. Use buckets, side tables, boxes, stools, etc. to raise the kits at least three feet above the ground. Do not place packets directly on carpet or beds to avoid discoloration if spillage occurs.
Tip
Place Deodor Bombs at least 3 ft above the ground.
Attention
Do not activate the Deodor Bombs yet. You need to adjust humidity levels in the house (Step 4) before activating it.
Turn off any air purifiers and dehumidifiers and cover them with plastic.
Turn on low speed overhead fans and/or use electrical fans to circulate the chlorine dioxide gas throughout the home, but please do not direct airflow of electrical fans to blow directly over the top of the Deodor Bombs. Providing adequate airflow with fans is important, because stagnant chlorine dioxide gas may cause discoloration on certain surfaces.
Do not use electric fans to blow directly over the top of the Deodor Bombs.
Post warning placard included in the Deodor Bomb kit to entry door to ensure the home remains unoccupied for the entire duration of the gas treatment.
Coverage Guide
You may use our Whole Home Detox Order Wizard to easily calculate the size and quantity needed for the gassing.
Attention
You may use Deodor Bomb Pro for uninhabited spaces. The coverage of the Pro version is 2x that of the regular Deodor Bombs.
Read the manual carefully and make sure you have all the necessary equipment and products on hand. For best results—and to ensure your safety and protect sensitive items—the process takes a full day, so plan ahead.
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Easily calculate the products you need.
If you are ready to take the first step to heal your home and environment from mycotoxins, grab a tape measure and enter your home’s details into our free Whole Home Detox Order Wizard.
The Whole Home Detox wizard will help with calculation of delivery systems needed.
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