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found a dead bb, have some steaming questions

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   neverendingbugs
   

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   Posted 1 year ago
   Sun Mar 18 2012 15:49:52
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   So I've actually had to dead with BB's twice now, and it looks like a third time for me. I like in a metro housing complex, and it's been never ending problems here. I've heard there is BB problem in the lobby, which is right by my room. I'm not sure if I dragged one in or what. But last night while cleaning I found a dead squished BB in a bag.

   I plan to tell my place, but since this is my second time personally dealing with it in this apartment (and I swear they do not do a good job spraying) I got this shark steamer while I was out-> http://www.walmart.com/ip/Shark-Garment-Stand-Steamer/15528577

   I was wondering if anyone had good luck with it? If not whats a good steamer under $100, preferablly closer to $50?

   I also have some questions about bagging stuff up, and preparing for this. I have a lot more now than I had when I first had the problem.

   1. I have a lot of sweaters and delicate things that the dryers here are just too hot for. Last time I tried drying for the recommended 40 mins my place says it ruined some things. Would it be fine if I just steamed my delicates and sweaters then bagged them?

   2. Can shoes be steamed? Or is there any other method that works well? I know I read before some people put them in the oven, but my ovens really crappy so I fear using this method?

   2. I have a crap ton of books.... I mean a crap ton. Way too many to personally treat each one. What's the best way to deal with stuff like that? Or is it better to toss them?

   Thanks in advance!

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   Mon Mar 19 2012 11:07:00
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   Hi, NEB. I'm sorry that you're struggling with bb, especially possibly ones that other people are shedding as they drag their stuff through the lobby.

   A dryer does not need to be very hot to be effective. Just about 130F (which you can measure with an instant read thermometer in a sample load), but given sufficient time to penetrate. Note that not all experts believe that baking all your things is necessary or effective.

   Regarding steam, here's a video by Jeff White describing how to use it effectively. http://www.bedbugcentral.com/tv/index.php/2008/10/bbctv-episode-8-steam-treatment-for-bed-bugs/

   Here's our own FAQ on steam. http://bedbugger.com/faqs/pestcontrol/faq-killing-bed-bugs-with-steam/

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