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Mold Solutions uses
only EPA Registered Antimicrobials that have 29 years of safe use, used by
hundreds of millions of people, is non-poisonous, non-heavy metal based and
guaranteed for 25 years to prevent mold, bacteria, mildew, algae and
fungus. If you own a home, building,
office, have school children, have asthma, have allergies or a weakened immune
system, you are affected by microbes every day.
You can now limit the amount of microbe contamination that you breathe
and touch. The answer is Mold Solutions.
The active ingredient
in Mold Solutions Antimicrobials forms a colorless, odorless, positively
charged polymer, which chemically bonds to the treated surface. You could think
of it as a layer of electrically charged swords. When a microorganism comes in
contact with the treated surface, the quaternary amine sword punctures the cell
membrane and the electrical charge shocks the cell. Since nothing is
transferred to the now dead cell, the antimicrobial doesn't lose strength and
the sword is ready for the next cell to contact it. Note that in order for Mold Solutions
Antimicrobials to continue its effectiveness, normal cleaning of treated surfaces
is necessary. Dirt buildup, paint, dead
microbes, etc. will cover the treatment prohibiting it from killing
microorganisms.
Silanes are
extremely efficient bonding agents, which can be coupled to other molecules and
then used to permanently bond those molecules to a target surface. This process
modifies surface properties of building materials and transforms them to a
material that will not support microbial growth.
Our EPA
Registered microbe preventatives have been used safely for over 29 years. It is currently used by Nike, Reebok, New
Balance, Rockport, Brillo pads, Franklin Sports, and used in: air filters, hospital drapes, hospital
clothing, wound dressings, socks, baby mattresses, baby diapers and thousands
of other products. The State of South
Carolina is applying this product to over 22 million sq. ft. of public schools.
Dade County Florida has treated 6 schools in a major study to determine how
much better school children's attendance will improve with their schools
treated with our antimicrobial treatment.
In 1976, Dow Corning spent over $2 million (how much is that in today's
dollars) on studies and research to get the EPA registration of this
product. No other antimicrobial product
on the market is even close to our safe track record.
Conventional
products penetrate living cells and kill by way of poisoning the organism. They
are designed to act quickly and dissipate quickly to avoid adverse effects to
humans and animals due to their toxic ingredients. Most commercial
antimicrobials used for treating building surfaces do a great job of getting a
quick kill on bacteria and fungi, although most have a limited spectrum of
effectiveness. The heavy metal based antimicrobials on the market leach into
the environment and loses their effectiveness over time. Mold Solutions technology takes a totally
unique approach. It provides an effective initial microbial kill when applied,
like the conventional methods, but it also provides long-term control of growth
on treated surfaces for the life of that surface. The surface itself is
modified to make it antimicrobial active.
Our antimicrobials have over 29 years of safe use by millions of
consumers and are the largest selling Antimicrobials in the World.
Mold Solutions technology
is based on an active ingredient that can be easily detected with the proper
devices. Two methods of detection are available to demonstrate the presence or
absence of the treatment.
Yes, moisture
that is in or on the treated material or surface passes through the treatment.
After curing, the treatment is somewhat hydrophobic (water repellent), but it
should not be considered a replacement for commercial water repellents.
No. It does not volatilize, dissipate, or leach onto other surfaces or into the environment.
Its chemistry polymerizes where it is applied and forms a permanent bond that
lasts for the life of the treated surface. Normal cleaning will not remove the
treatment, although it can be abraded away with heavy abrasion.
Since the cured
antimicrobial is nonvolatile, insoluble, and non-leaching, the treatment should
last for the life of the treated surface. The life of a treated surface depends
on a number of factors, not the least of which is surface preparation. If you
treat a dirty or unstable surface, when the dirt comes off or the surface is
disturbed, the effectiveness of the antimicrobial will decrease. Abrasive or
caustic (pH>10.5) cleaners will also shorten effective life. In our
experience, our home/office applicators have seen effectiveness for 25 years.
New structures
should be vacuumed and free of loose debris.
Existing structures should be thoroughly cleaned including professional
carpet cleaning prior to treatment.
Contaminated surfaces should be thoroughly cleaned and any residue from
cleaning agents must be rinsed from the surfaces to be treated. Once the
surface is clean, application by a Certified Applicator should follow standard
protocol.
Microbes can be
extremely hazardous. Severe contamination with hazardous organisms may require
cleaning protocols similar to those for asbestos removal. For normal
contamination, solid surfaces should be thoroughly cleaned before treatment.
Soft surfaces such as carpets and upholstery should be well vacuumed or
professionally cleaned. Insulation can be cleaned and treated if only
superficial growth on the surface is present. Insulation that has heavy growth
or is damp should be removed and replaced.
Yes, it changes
all surfaces it is applied to, creating an antimicrobial surface that prevents
mold, fungus, bacteria, mildew and algae from growing. Since the product is applied by a unique
fogging application, it can be applied to most surfaces that are not affected
by minor contact with moisture. You
should protect silks, rayons, original paintings and unplug any electronics
prior to application. Carpets and
flooring should be allowed to dry before walking on the surface. Windows should be thoroughly cleaned prior to
treatment.
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By Kent Therkelsen
By Erik Robart
By Bob Brau
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