Insecticides

Liquid Insecticides

Spray and foggers are liquids held under pressure in a container. When released, regularly by pressing a button, some form a gas, others a spray. Gas-producing types are used for control of flying insects like flies. As either a total-release bug bombs or trigger controlled spray can, they are designed to clear rooms or large numeral of exposed flying insects. They have no residual action and will not kill insects which emerge from protected crevices or other rooms after the treatment. The liquid type insecticides are designed for insects that crawl or run on floors like ants and roaches. These materials put a toxic residue on surfaces where insects relax and travel and kill pests over an extensive period of time. Choose the right one to fit the needs.

Type of liquid insecticides: Solutions are liquid insecticides. They differ from emulsions in that they are ready to use and are not mixed with water. They are made with refined kerosene or similar materials and an insecticide. Use them indoors to manage household insects. Do not apply to plant life, for they origin severe injury. Solutions are hazardous if spilled on clothing and skin. Instantly wash off with soap and water and change clothing. Launder infected clothing separately, then thoroughly rinse out washing machine. Deodorized kerosene is hard to obtain in small quantities, so most liquid insecticides must be used a emulsifiable concentrates.

Application equipment for liquid insecticides: The dense air sprayer, the quart-sized sprayer, the aerosol can, the paint brush and the bulb duster are possibly the best kinds of equipment for the home owner to use for applying home insecticides. Each type of gear has both good features and disadvantages. Careful study of insect control jobs will help to buy and use the best type effectively.

1. Compressed air sprayer - The water capacity of a compressed air sprayer is generally one to four gallons. Air is pumped into the tank, forcing the spray out when the needle is opened. It is perfect for outdoor application of wettable powders and emulsions. Its use indoors is incomplete if a lot of water is applied among the insecticide. Vibrate the sprayer frequently when using a wettable powder.

2. Quart-sized sprayer - The quart-sized sprayer is also a packed in air type but air should be pumped into it constantly as in use. It can be used adequately with emulsions and solutions, but not wettable powders.

3. Paintbrush - Use a cheap paintbrush to apply insecticide solutions to baseboards, screens and related areas inside buildings. A light film is frequently sufficient.

Insecticides