| abstract |
Bed bug infestations are combated by a disinfecting method comprising exposing the bed bugs to a disinfecting atmosphere which includes ozone and hydrogen peroxide, at a relative humidity of at least 30%. A portable system for destroying bed bugs, eggs and larvae in rooms and on surfaces is also disclosed. The system comprises an ozone generator, an ozone controller, a source of hydrogen peroxide, humidity adjusting means as well as an ozone remover adapted to destroy ozone down to a safe level in the room atmosphere. |