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Disinfectants - Sterifab

SOME COMMON QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ABOUT STERIFAB

• Since STERIFAB is not a residual product, how long can the claims be made on a   treated surface?
• Can any EPA registered product be applied to mattresses, upholstered furniture, carpets, etc..?
• There are a number of disinfectant/ cleaner products that are available. Can these products be applied to mattresses, upholstered furniture, carpets, and other porous surfaces?
• With the advent of bed bug problems, a number of products are being touted for use on mattresses, and upholstered furniture. Why is STERIFAB unique?
• Why should someone who only wants a disinfectant be interested in a product like STERIFAB, which also kills insects, etc..?
• Why should someone who only wants an insecticide be interested in a product like STERIFAB, which also kills bacteria, fungus, virus, etc...?
• STERIFAB makes so many claims, how can this amazing product not be residual?
• Can STERIFAB be sold for home and/or office use directly by the customer?
• Why doesn't STERIFAB contain a fragrance and/or dyes?
• Does STERIFAB require dilution?
• How is STERIFAB applied?

Q - Since STERIFAB is not a residual product, how long can the claims be made on a   treated surface?
A - STERIFAB is essentially inactive after it dries. This has become one of the major value points of the product because it reinforces the non residual qualities of the product.

Q - Can any EPA registered product be applied to mattresses, upholstered furniture, carpets, etc..?
A - STERIFAB is labeled for application on mattresses, upholstered furniture, carpets, and many other inanimate objects. If a product label does not specifically mention these, it is a violation of federal law to apply them.

Q - There are a number of disinfectant/ cleaner products that are available. Can these products be applied to mattresses, upholstered furniture, carpets, and other porous surfaces?
A - Disinfectant / cleaner products are specifically labeled for hard non-porous surfaces. They are not allowed to be applied to porous surfaces, (mattresses, upholstered furniture, carpets etc.) By EPA registration, STERIFAB is not a cleaner, and is labeled for these and other items as a disinfectant.

Q - With the advent of bed bug problems, a number of products are being touted for use on mattresses, and upholstered furniture. Why is STERIFAB unique?
A - STERIFAB is labeled for mattresses, upholstered furniture, and many other inanimate items. In addition, it is not a residual product. As such items that are treated can be used immediately after STERIFAB dries.

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NOTE THE FOLLOWING:

Q - Why should someone who only wants a disinfectant be interested in a product like STERIFAB, which also kills insects, etc..?
A - It is the rare circumstance indeed when the need for a disinfectant does not also warrant the need for an insecticide. Conditions that require disinfectants are normally breeding grounds for many different types of insects.

Q - Why should someone who only wants an insecticide be interested in a product like STERIFAB, which also kills bacteria, fungus, virus, etc...?
A - It is just as rare for an environment to only need an insecticide as it is for it to only need a disinfectant. Conditions that require insecticides are often breeding grounds for many types of bacteria, fungus, germs, odors, and mildew.

Q - STERIFAB makes so many claims, how can this amazing product not be residual?
A - STERIFAB is a combination of synthetic pyrethroid, a dual quat and isopropyl alcohol when the product dries (15-20 minutes at room temperature) it is no longer active.

Q - Can STERIFAB be sold for home and/or office use directly by the customer?
A - STERIFAB is not a restricted use product, and as such can be sold to the end user.

Q - Why doesn't STERIFAB contain a fragrance and/or dyes?
A - STERIFAB is fragrance and dye free so after the product dries only the person who applied it will be aware it has been sprayed.

Q - Does STERIFAB require dilution?
A - N0. STERIFAB is used as is.

Q - How is STERIFAB applied?
A - STERIFAB can be applied using a sprayer that will work with a water thin liquid. (when using an electric sprayer check with the manufacturer for compatibility with a flammable liquid).

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