If you are applying in a well-ventilated area, it is not necessary to wear a mask when applying Crossfire.
Crossfire Bed Bug Concentrate should be used within 24 hours of mixing for the most effective results. It should be applied once a month.
We recommend steaming prior to the Crossfire Bed Bug Concentrate application so that none of the residual is removed from the areas treated.
To treat with Crossfire you will mix each 13 oz bottle to 115 oz of water. This will make a 128 oz or one gallon of solution, you will apply 1 gallon over a 1,000 sqft area. Apply as a crack and crevice or direct spray in non-food handling areas.
We honestly wouldn’t know if what he purchased is counterfeit or not but elmers glue is a smell that could sorta be similar to the scent. The SDS from the manufacturer just describes the smell as being somewhat sweet. If you ran out of product you can just make sure that you are keeping things neat and tidy, washing sheets and pillow cases and clothes as needed, vacuuming regularly and looking for any signs of live ones around the room or your belongings. On average one gallon of mixed solution should be enough to treat multiple rooms since you are just focusing on baseboards and crevices, bed frames, and mattress and box springs.
Once areas that have been treated with Crossfire Bed Bug Concentrate are dry, it is okay to vacuum. It is recommended to vacuum before applying, and you should only apply to the carpet perimeter, not across the entire floor. For more information on eliminating a bed bug infestation, see our step-by-step guide on how to get rid of bed bugs.
Due to the small cracks and crevices bed bugs harbor in while digesting their blood meal, repeat applications will be needed every 30 days with using Crossfire Bed Bug Concentrate. Bed bugs can take months to fully eradicate. We recommend retreating every 30 days with Crossfire, Bedlam Plus, and Cimexa dust. You will want to continue treating until you can go 30 days without seeing any signs of bed bugs. Please take a moment to review our How to Treat for Bed Bugs Guide.
Crossfire Bed Bug Concentrate is not labeled to be broadcast across floors and treatment should only be directed to cracks and crevices and around baseboards. Please refer to the product label for complete application instructions.
For best results, we recommend storing Crossfire Bed Bug Concentrate in a cool, dry place. If it freezes, this may reduce the efficacy.
It is safe to return to areas that have been treated with Crossfire Bed Bug Concentrate once dry, typically 30 minutes to 1 hour.
Crossfire Bed Bug Concentrate should be used within 24 hours of mixing for the most effective results.
Crossfire Bed Bug Concentrate should not be inhaled. It is recommended to apply and leave the area for drying and proper ventilation prior to entering treated areas. We do offer safety equipment including masks. Per the SDS, the odor is “sweet.” Once the application is completely dry, then it is fine for people and pets to re-enter the area.
Crossfire Bed Bug Concentrate is labeled to kill bed bugs and bed bug eggs. It is not labeled for roaches. You can view our Roach Control Products here.
Most folks use clingy plastic or plastic with tape to seal edges of the tank when applying Crossfire or other insecticides. Others have even used towels, blankets or other materials to cover over the plastic when treating with products in the home. We do not offer a special cover for the tanks at this time.
No, isopropyl alcohol will not make a treatment of Crossfire Bed Bug Concentrate less effective if it's sprayed hours after. Alcohol will only kill on contact and does not leave a residual.
Crossfire Bed Bug Concentrate can be applied to furniture including couches. We recommend applying/testing a small inconspicuous area first to check for staining. You want to make sure it has dried completely before resuming regular activity.
Crossfire Bed Bug Concentrate is not labeled for use with an Actisol unit. It is recommended to use a sprayer to apply this product.
It is not necessary to leave the home, but everyone other than the applicator should be out of the direct area where Crossfire Bed Bug Concentrate is being applied and should remain out until all surfaces are dry.
Yes, after treatment with Crossfire Bed Bug Concentrate it would be advised to allow furniture items to dry completely before putting pillows, cushions, mattresses, etc back into place to avoid any added moisture issues or cause any mold or mildew growth.
You can use both products in the same treatment plan as long as they do not overlap with one another. Diatomaceous Earth Dust is more for areas where you cannot spray a liquid and does not have to be vacuumed. For example: outlet areas, etc. Crossfire Bed Bug Concentrate can be applied to cracks crevices of the room, bed frame, night stands, etc.
