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Marvinator
Lv 7
Marvinator asked in Science & MathematicsChemistry · 4 years ago

Would this chemical combination be a problem?

I need to create a home made solution for combating mold. My choice of chemicals all work on mold and cleaning as well as killing bacteria. I've chosen Grapefruit Seed Extract, Soda Ash and Hydrogen Peroxide.

My question is about the Hydrogen Peroxide and the Soda Ash, as a combination is there a chemical reaction I should be concerned with?

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  • Mike A
    Lv 7
    4 years ago
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    A strong base like soda ash will rapidly decompose the hydrogen peroxide. There are cheap commercial products available which would solve your problem and take away all the guesswork.

  • Petra Chor
    Lv 7
    3 years ago

    Bleach water should do the trick.

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