I went to a used building supply store looking for a antique bathroom tap and what did I find out back was a mountain of blue and pink foam. $.75 for a 2’ x 8’ sheet 2" thick. The foams condition ranged from very dirty and contaminated to sheets that looked brand new. Now I have of course bought most of the foam I will need, but I have two questions in case I need more.
This foam was very wet. Will it be okay if dried out?
How worried should one be about unknown contaminents? (Rain water runnig over slightly dirty sheets contaminating newer cleaner ones etc.)
The foam is a cellular type plastic that is not supposed to be porous. As long as there is no mildew, hose them off & let dry. If you find mildew, get a good mildecide and clean the foam with that. You probably have no serious chemical contamination, as that would brobably physically damage the foam. Great find!![:)]
Another method of ridding any product of mold is a simple solution of water and bleach (clorox). Mix a cap full or two of clorox to a 16oz bottle of water and spray the foam with the mixture , let it dry and you will be mold free.It is very important to rid any product brought into the home of mold . Mold can cause all kinds of health ailments.Great find by the way [:)]