Formaldehyde is a colourless toxic gas that is emitted from pressed wood, adhesives used for carpentry laminates, vinyl, new fabrics such as curtains and even furniture!
Because it is released slowly over time, formaldehyde can accumulate in indoor air, leading to prolonged exposure. Formaldehyde can take up to 15 years to properly dissipate.
YES! That’s why Home Guards is here to help with this issue for new homes.
After renovation in new homes: Formaldehyde emits in large amounts from new building materials,
like pressed wood and synthetic fabrics and even vinyl & new plastic.
What are the risks associated with formaldehyde emission?
The most common risks are cancer, respiratory issues, asthma, allergies and headaches.
More serious cases are:
Formaldehyde poisoning -severe systemic toxicity, leading to metabolic acidosis,
tissue and organ damage, and coma. There is no antidote for formaldehyde.
We start by conducting a pre-treatment test to assess formaldehyde levels and identify key areas needing attention, to ensure our treatment is targeted at the right areas
2. Preparation BEFORE Formaldehyde Removal Spray
First we seal off electrical plugs sockets to protect sensitive equipment and electronics with plastic sheets.
We then lubricate all hinges for added protection and remove all drawers from cabinets to ensure a thorough application of the formaldehyde removal solution. If you do not wish to spray the solution on your curtains/certain furnitures, do let us know!
We cover all carpentry, exposed drawer surfaces and interiors for thorough treatment. Curtains and furniture are also treated to maximize effectiveness. Non-photocatalyst solutions are used inside cabinetry for 24/7 formaldehyde breakdown in low light conditions, while photocatalyst solutions are applied externally for accelerated removal.
We give you before and after formaldehyde level comparisons so that you know the formaldehyde removal is working for your home! The team will also give you after care instructions to improve the longevity of the coating.
Before and after levels
White Reader: Purely Formaldehyde Levels
Black Reader: Formaldehyde and other VOCs
Our application method differs from that of most service providers. We use two distinct products applied both internally and externally to carpentry: Internally, we apply a non-photocatalyst solution. This means the solution does not require any light to activate and break down formaldehyde. Externally, we apply a photocatalyst version that works more aggressively upon activation by light, serving as an additional layer to quickly break down formaldehyde. Notably, our photocatalyst does not require UV light.
We are the sole distributor of JP-ECO, a formaldehyde removal solution made in Japan. All our products are highly regulated and come with relevant certifications, ensuring homeowners can have peace of mind with Home Guards at the lowest possible price!
