😃This floor drain looks great, clean and sparkling.
But looks can be deceiving. 😯
Under the drain, water in the P-trap may have evaporated.
The P-trap is a very practical device installed under almost all drains. 💧As water goes down the drain, a small amount collects in the P-trap. This helps prevent sewer gasses from being released into the room or area.
🏢But the P-trap can dry up when facilities such as empty office buildings or schools are closed for long periods. When this happens, sewer gas is released into the room.
This can be a serious problem so before we go further, if you get queasy easily, stop right here. You don’t want to read this. 🥴
But if you’ve got a strong stomach, read on.
The sewer gas is formed from human and animal waste that is decomposing. The gas contains ammonia, methane, and hydrogen sulfide, all of which can be toxic if inhaled.
While most people just suffer eye irritation, nausea, or difficulty breathing, people have died because of inhaling sewer gas in an enclosed area.
But this is easily preventable.
Running water or adding water in the drain at least once per week will help. If a room is mopped daily, this may allow enough water to run down the drain to keep the P-trap from drying up. 🧹
But if you want to be sure sewer gasses are never released into your school or facility, your best option is to fill the P-trap with Everprime.
Start by pouring one gallon of water into the drain. Then add a few ounces of Everprime.
Mixing EverPrime with water creates a liquid seal in the P-trap that lasts for months, eliminating odors and keeping your facility clean and healthy without concern. ☺
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