Frequently Ask Questions
Q: What is EnviroSystems®
BioShield®75
antimicrobial product protection?
A: BioShield®75
technology is a spray-on antimicrobial protection for porous,
and non-porous surfaces.
BioShield®75
antimicrobial protection gives substrates an added level of
protection against damaging microbes such as, bacteria, mold and
mildew that can cause stains, odors and product deterioration.
Q: How does BioShield®75
antimicrobial protection work?
A: The active ingredient in the
BioShield®75
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 the
BioShield®75
antimicrobials to continue their effectiveness, normal
cleaning of treated surfaces is necessary. Dirt buildup, paint, dead
microbes, etc. will cover the treatment prohibiting it from killing
microorganisms.
Q: What benefit do I get from products with
BioShield®75
antimicrobial protection?
A: BioShield®75 protection
continuously fights the growth of microbes that can cause stains,
odors and product degradation.
BioShield®75
protection makes the surfaces in your home easier to clean
and keeps them cleaner and fresher between cleanings.
Q: What types of microorganisms does
BioShield®75
protection work against?
A: BioShield®75
antimicrobial protection is effective against most common
bacteria, yeasts, molds and fungi that cause stains, odors and
product degradation.
Q: How do I know that BioShield®75
antimicrobial product protection is safe?
A: BioShield®75
technology has undergone extensive independent laboratory testing
and has a long history of safe use. It is registered with the EPA
for all applications in which it is used.
Q: Does this mean I don’t have to clean my products as much or as
carefully?
A: No.
BioShield®75
protection provides continuous antimicrobial protection that
protects the surfaces in your home, helping to make them easier to
clean and keeping them cleaner between cleanings. However, normal
cleaning practices should be maintained.
Q: Does BioShield®75
protection begin working immediately?
A: BioShield®75
protection begins to work as soon as the microorganism comes
into contact with the product surface. It then works continuously to
maintain a consistently lower bio-burden than would be expected on a
surface without BioShield®75
antimicrobial protection. Under the right conditions, microbes on an
untreated surface can double every 20 minutes!
BioShield®75
technology is not a disinfectant and is not a substitute for normal
cleaning practices.
Q: How long does BioShield®75
antimicrobial protection work?
A: BioShield®75
protection is applied to the surface and will not wash off.
BioShield®75
protection is engineered to provide continuous antimicrobial
product protection for ninety (90) days or greater, keeping the
products in your home cleaner and fresher for longer than ever
before.
Q: Has anyone ever gotten sick from using products with
BioShield®75
antimicrobial protection?
A: Extensive testing and a long use history have shown
BioShield®75
surface protection to be safe. While it is impossible to say
that no one will ever experience an allergic reaction to anything,
it is highly unlikely a negative experience would be observed.
Q: Does the use of antimicrobials cause resistant strains of
microorganisms?
A: No. since this is a mechanical action there is no opportunity for cell adaptation or mutation.