One of the best industrial uses of chlorine dioxide (CD) is in the decontamination of commercial spaces using chlorine dioxide gas. If you have chlorine dioxide water purification drops at home, you already have what it takes to conduct a DIY CD fog to do it yourself.
It is well known that chlorine dioxide fogging outperforms bleach or other products that are commonly used to disinfect, kill mold and mildew in rooms, equipment, and surfaces including walls, floors, and ceilings, etc. in a passive manner.
This is done commercially using advanced distribution methods in hospital, hospitality, food processing, and in scientific clean rooms using industrial equipment, but you can use water purification drops in the two-part chlorine dioxide kit to achieve similar results at home.
The DIY Chlorine Dioxide Fog Method
Make sure the room is clean of living things, like plants, animals, including fish and fruit, so as not to waste the chlorine dioxide fog on these. The intention is to use the fog on surfaces, in and around equipment, in the fibers of exposed materials, etc.
The procedure must be conducted at room temperature, between 68- and 74-degrees Fahrenheit.
Items Needed
- 1 set of two-part chlorine dioxide water purification drops (Part 1: Sodium Chlorite 28%, Part 2: 50% Citric Acid)
- Glass bowls
- Plastic (recycled plastic shopping bags can be used as a barrier to protect the underlying area from spillage)
You will need glass bowls for each 5-foot by 5-foot floor area. Therefore, for a 10 x 10 room, you will need 4 glass bowls.
Instructions:
- In each bowl combine 40 drops of Part 1 and 40 drops of Part 2. (Do not add water.)
- The chlorine dioxide fog from the gas created by the combination of Part 1 and Part 2 will begin emanating immediately, so perform this task as quickly as possible.
- Separate the bowls as though each were basically in the middle of its respective 5 x 5 area in the room, place on plastic, and exit the room.
- Seal the room to prevent the escape of any chlorine dioxide gas fog.
- Allow the fog to permeate the entire room for 12 hours.
- Repeat if necessary.
Avoid inhaling concentrated chlorine dioxide gas fog as it may cause irritation of the mucous membranes and respiratory tract.
By using chlorine dioxide gas fog treatments, you can reach those hard-to-reach nooks and crannies that traditional sprays or wipes miss.
Since chlorine dioxide disinfects via oxidation, it attacks bacteria at a molecular level, killing viruses and bacteria at their roots.
Most living areas are thoroughly disinfected and detoxified, killing mold, mildew, and pathogens including bacteria and viruses in a single treatment according to study results.
Kills Odors
In addition to its proven effectiveness for disinfecting bacteria resistant to chemical disinfection, chlorine dioxide has notable benefits when used to remove odors.
Odors such as Cigarette smoke, rotting garbage/food, pet, and rodent smells are eliminated by chlorine dioxide fogging.
The use of chlorine dioxide is used to oxidize airborne pathogens and can also be used to oxidize pathogens on surfaces.
Surface Decontamination Using Chlorine Dioxide
Chlorine dioxide CDS 3000 is the perfect surface decontaminant when dispensed from a spray bottle. It can be wiped on walls, countertops, tables, food prep areas, or mopped on floors, and poured into drains.
CDS 3000 is concentrated at 3000 PPM (3,000 parts per million), requires no mixing, and can also be used to dip decontaminate foods such as raw meats, fruit, or vegetables. Sprayed or dipped food items should be allowed to set for sixty seconds before usage.
Note that CDS 3000 cannot be used to create a chlorine dioxide fog as the CD gas is already fully suspended in distilled water.
About Chlorine Dioxide
As it breaks down naturally into salt and water, chlorine dioxide is one of the safest decontamination solutions.
After the treatment, entering the treated area is also safe for humans and pets. Chlorine dioxide is also approved for use as a deodorizer and disinfectant by the Environmental Protection Agency.
No trihalomethanes which are carcinogenic are created by chlorine dioxide, thereby making it a clear advantage over other potentially cancerous cleaners like chlorine bleach. The difference between chlorine dioxide and chlorine bleach is the same as saying hydrogen is the same as water. There is no comparison though they do share molecules in their composition.
To find out about additional uses of chlorine dioxide and potential health benefits, check out my book, Healthy Alternative Chlorine Dioxide Uses Non-pharmacological Health Restoration by Paris Humble.