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Old 11-08-2016, 06:07 PM   #29
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Thank you, pasdad1, I'll check it out.

I did have some concerns about the ozone generator based on this article...any thoughts?

I know you can't always rely on what you read.

Formaldehyde Increases through Exposure to Ozone from Ionizers and Ozone Generators

I would be more inclined to purchase the Austin air filter, and keep it in the RV full time. That way it will continue to clean the air you breathe for many years to come. I am skeptical that you can simply treat it with ozone or ammonia for a few days and "problem solved". If it was that easy, why wouldn't the factory simply do that prior to delivering the RV?

I think the activated carbon filters may remove the VOC (volatile organic compounds) at close to the same rate they are emitted, which may allow you to inhabit the RV sooner rather than later.
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Perhaps stating the obvious here, but is all the bedding, pillows etc. new? That was your closest contact.

In addition to the carpets, I would wash down all surfaces, particularly in the bedroom area, to remove dust and other construction debris.

Leave all enclosed spaces open to air them out and run a vacuum through there too.
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Is there an agency that would come and check out your RV for environmental/health hazards? .... with some kind of device to check on how high the levels are?
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Old 11-08-2016, 11:11 PM   #32
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Perhaps stating the obvious here, but is all the bedding, pillows etc. new? That was your closest contact.

In addition to the carpets, I would wash down all surfaces, particularly in the bedroom area, to remove dust and other construction debris.

Leave all enclosed spaces open to air them out and run a vacuum through there too.
The TT is completely empty....no carpeting, all bedding, mattress, ect, removed! All cupboards and drawers open and airing out.

We are going to remove the plywood used for the bed and replace it with formaldehyde free plywood.

It's a small TT, 21ft...so I'm thinking the base for the bed may be one of the biggest offenders...I'm hoping, since we can easily fix that....

Thanks for your thoughts!
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Is there an agency that would come and check out your RV for environmental/health hazards? .... with some kind of device to check on how high the levels are?
There is a kit you can purchase to test the levels..a bit spendy....but I'm thinking if all our efforts don't make an effective difference, we may resort to that then go forward from there.
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Old 11-09-2016, 06:21 AM   #34
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I find the use of ozone generators interesting considering that it was a major worry when I was in the copier business. Ozone is not good for your lungs.

The materials in an RV are no different than the one's in a house. The issue is the small space lets the concentration increase. That is why venting works. Open the and put a fan in it then give it an hour to change out the air. Then go in and open windows and let things vent for a few weeks before jumping on the remodeling wagon. By then you might not even need to do it.
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I find the use of ozone generators interesting considering that it was a major worry when I was in the copier business. Ozone is not good for your lungs.

Agree. Hotels and car rental companies use them, particularly to deal with customers that smoke, but they should never be used in an occupied space. The space must be aired out after using ozone.
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Any large or small for that matter,pieces of wood like the bed,can be painted with latex paint to seal the wood much like lead paint abatement. google the problems that people had after hurricane katrina, those living in temp rv's were having same problems. Rv's like yours are built quick,then closed up,no time to air out,units with larger amounts of partical board are suspect even more than those with just plywood. Yes, carpet and padding is a huge culprit also. I worked in the manufactured housing field for 26 years,attended trade shows, and could not view the new homes inside because it felt like my eyes were on fire, again built quick, then closed tight. Airing it out is utmost important like has been said already,and check for what percent of partical board is exposed in construction.
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Agree. Hotels and car rental companies use them, particularly to deal with customers that smoke, but they should never be used in an occupied space. The space must be aired out after using ozone.
Ahhhhhhhh, I see, thanks for clarifying that!
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Any large or small for that matter,pieces of wood like the bed,can be painted with latex paint to seal the wood much like lead paint abatement. google the problems that people had after hurricane katrina, those living in temp rv's were having same problems. Rv's like yours are built quick,then closed up,no time to air out,units with larger amounts of partical board are suspect even more than those with just plywood. Yes, carpet and padding is a huge culprit also. I worked in the manufactured housing field for 26 years,attended trade shows, and could not view the new homes inside because it felt like my eyes were on fire, again built quick, then closed tight. Airing it out is utmost important like has been said already,and check for what percent of partical board is exposed in construction.
Thank you...yes... definitely replacing the bed platform and will look into how to seal the cabinets......
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If the paneling and carpet continue to emit the odors for a long time, I don't see how the ozone generator would solve the problem. It might get rid of what's in there now, but what about what would continue to be emitted after that?
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The amount of outgassing drops off considerably with time. That is why venting works. Get rid of most of it in a few months and the rest will be so slow that the little left is not a problem unless the unit is closed up for a long time. If it is vent for a while with a fan to get some air exchanges.
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