Would the output be TOO HOT to use on fabric, e. g. mattress, as method to kill bug "eggs," etc? (Looking for alternative to chemical spray) Thanks!
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Tough to say definitively but I have melted carpet by accident before so I wouldn't recommended it for anything with synthetic fibers. Probably try a hair dryer first since they run at lower temperatures.
57507
Yes, the Temperatures Range is 750 degrees Fahrenheit to 1,000 degrees Fahrenheit. These will melt the Paint off a Car.
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The steam gets very hot and will burn your hand if you get it too close. As for the bedbugs, I don't know. It might because it gets so hot. Have you searched the net to find a way to kill them?
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Yes. I can't think of any reason why not. But it takes a few hours to get the temp up high enough to kill any bugs that might be lurking, so it might not be energy-efficient to do it every time you come back from the library. There's a list of things not to put into the product because they might be harmed: makeup, cell phone, and the like. Shoes, coats, purses, books won't be hurt by heat.
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On the back of the label it says it kills bedbugs and gets rid of an infestation. With regular use it can prevent bedbugs and infestations to begin with so I'm not a 100 % sure. But I will say when I use on a regular bases I can see that it does of really good job of killing the bedbugs period including the larvae not sure about the eggs though. There were too spots in particular the bugs like to use as a hangout nest so to speak and the spray definitely cut down on it barely a issue now. I think as long as you use on a regular bases it will take care of the eggs and the larvae because it's suppose to kill on contact and prevent infestation. I know this is a little lengthy but I hope this helps answer your question this is a really good product and would tell anybody to get this and use it will save you a lot of sleepless night,anti-itch spray for bug bites and being in a bad mood because you got huge bumps on your body from the bites in first that you can't to do much about and have to go down on their own.
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They supposedly work without the powder. The bugs can crawl in (tape is on the outside), but the inside surface is to slick for them to crawl out. I bought powder because if any did get trapped, I wanted them to die! LOL I never saw any in the traps, but we did a lot of other stuff, like mattress protectors and spray and powder every where. We were able to kill them all because we caught it early.
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I recently used some on my bed and did not wash the sheets immediately after, and I had no problem. If you have sensitive skin, you might want to spray the mattress instead of the sheets, then put clean sheets on after the mattress is dry. According to the directions, you should not breathe this stuff, so I would recommend leaving the house for about an hour. This is not a fogger, so there isn't a cloud of stuff in the air, but it does need some time to dry on the surfaces you spray it on. Once it's dry, it should be safe for your pets to walk on. Be sure to do all the carpets/rugs, upholstered furniture and mattresses. I recently used some on my bed and did not wash the sheets immediately after, and I had no problem. If you have sensitive skin, you might want to spray the mattress instead of the sheets, then put clean sheets on after the mattress is dry. According to the directions, you should not breathe this stuff, so I would recommend leaving the house for about an hour. This is not a fogger, so there isn't a cloud of stuff in the air, but it does need some time to dry on the surfaces you spray it on. Once it's dry, it should be safe for your pets to walk on. Be sure to do all the carpets/rugs,... » Read More I recently used some on my bed and did not wash the sheets immediately after, and I had no problem. If you have sensitive skin, you might want to spray the mattress instead of the sheets, then put clean sheets on after the mattress is dry. According to the directions, you should not breathe this stuff, so I would recommend leaving the house for about an hour. This is not a fogger, so there isn't a cloud of stuff in the air, but it does need some time to dry on the surfaces you spray it on. Once it's dry, it should be safe for your pets to walk on. Be sure to do all the carpets/rugs, upholstered furniture and mattresses. « Show Less
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I have used this product several times and have never had a problem with droplets... Just used it yesterday on an expensive, new custom bed comforter... Shake it up prior to using and spray it about 12 inches away... We have used it on carpet, seat cushions and other things and have found it to be completely safe (for the fabric) and easy to use... If your sprayer is defective and will not spray, then that may be another issue... I don't think an occasional droplet or two, if you are experiencing that, will damage anything and do not believe you will notice it.
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I wouldn't think a sunscreen was powerful enough to get rid of bedbugs I would suggest an insecticide or professional exterminator.
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Yes, it will help because the UV Rays will kill most of the lice and any microscopic organisms and most importantly will kill any eggs they may have laid on the mattress or the sheets. However, from personal experience, I also recommend getting bug and allergy resistant sealable mattress covers and pillow covers to use along with this vacuum cleaner for stronger long term protection from any tiny critters in the future.
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I used high heat as well as mattress and box spring covers, I also used a LOT of baking soda and also bed bug bully. It seemed very effective to me, there were some 'stragglers' which we hit with the bed bug bully and no problems since, and it has been well over four months. No hard research that I've seen, but I was determined to do this without toxic pesticides, and I feel this product was a very good ally in our battle, which we won.
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The manaul clearly states that this unit is not to be used indoors, If you have problems with bed bugs you can try an insecticide where the active ingredient is "bifenthrin" this can be applied with a manual sprayer, it is very important to clean the bed after and vacuum the afected areas .
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I used Pine Sol and shutting off the central heat to kill bed bugs in an apartment that had moved over from next door. I wanted to use d-limonene but is was too expensive. It would work however selling products designed to kill living creatures is serious business and strictly regulated. Use at your own risk knowing that this is safer for your family then most pesticides that are sold and regulated. And for cleaning it's certainly safer than laundry bleach however one should were protective goggles when using any of cleaning product. Well, you can skip them for the baby shampoo.
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I have, it works well, dry it with a 1200 watt heat gun, be careful not to singe and or ignite the surface, wait to touch the surface until the area has cooled, do not try to drive or operate machinery while screen printing, ask your doctor if you're healthy enough for fast paced heat-setting
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Anytime there is an electrical gadget and a flammable object you need to be carful !!! In my case I have it sitting on a cement block 8" off the floor so bedding cant really reach it and my chickens will not mess it up as fast.your vitamin junky
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That's very strange - I don't know what to suggest as I haven't had that happen. I would Google it and see what you get - I did this briefly and it appears high heat may be the cause. I did see where one person used lemon juice, which you've likely tried, and another a Clorox Magic Eraser with Dawn detergent, but I didn't read thoroughly.
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I dont think so maybe its a bad idea, use the pouder only without mixing and ull get great results. This is really an amazing product that help u avoid nightmare of bedbugs. Wish u best of luck!
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I believes it is better suited for other applications. My experience, a lot more volatile chems and high Pressure washer on hot day is best for that issue! No expert, just my experienced!