When we first started thinking about launching Claro in Nashville, we went all in on researching the best ways to fix household mold problems and keep it away. We looked at multiple options but ultimately decided to license Pure Maintenance and their VaPure mold remediation process.
During this process, we spoke with tons of other license holders using this technology in places like Atlanta, San Francisco, Seattle, and even Alaska. We also sifted through thousands of reviews—over 5,000 nationwide—and what we found was impressive. Then we dove into the research, and that’s when we were completely blown away.
Once you truly grasp the power of this technology, it’s hard to imagine tackling mold any other way—or ever moving into a home without fogging it first.
Fair warning: some of this gets a little dense, but if you love geeking out over cool science, you’re in the right place.
Performance Testing of a Novel Dry-Fog Mold Remediation and Prevention Profcess.
Results
Bldg. 2261:
Air sampling showed a 95.21% reduction in total mold spores 6 months after treatment, despite an increase in outdoor mold spore count by 3,120% during the same period.
Surface sampling revealed no detectable mold on surfaces after treatment.
Bldg. 6733:
Air sampling indicated a 99.45% reduction in total mold spores after 6 months, while outdoor spore levels increased by 545.2%.
Surface sampling showed minimal mold regrowth, with continued low spore counts.
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Fogging With Peracetic Acid in Schools and Kindergartens
Results:
This study on schools and kindergartens found that classrooms are home to a variety of bacteria, some of which could pose health risks—especially for young children. Researchers tested fogging with peracetic acid (PAA), a powerful disinfectant commonly used in hospitals, to see if it could effectively reduce these germs. The results were impressive: fogging significantly lowered bacteria and fungal spores on walls, tables, chairs, and doors.
Notably, PAA fogging was 100% effective in eliminating mold spores like Aspergillus niger, which can be harmful to respiratory health. The study also highlighted that this method is safe for schools, as the disinfectant dissipates within a few hours, making it ideal for overnight or weekend cleaning.
Beyond schools, PAA fogging has been proven to disinfect hospitals, dental offices, and even food surfaces. It has also been used to improve air quality in animal facilities by reducing dust and ammonia. Additionally, research shows it effectively removes viruses like SARS-CoV-2 (the virus that causes COVID-19), making it a valuable tool for keeping public spaces safe.
The takeaway?
Fogging with PAA is a powerful, safe, and non-toxic way to disinfect classrooms and other shared spaces, helping to prevent the spread of bacteria, mold, and viruses—without leaving harmful residues behind.
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Test to see how the dry fog removes Cladosporium cladosporioides one of the most common strains of mold in the world.
After 10 minutes of exposure, there was a 3.54 log reduction (approximately 99.97%) in airborne Cladosporium cladosporioides spores compared to the baseline.
No fungal spores were recovered after 10 minutes, with continued suppression over the next 30 and 45 minutes.
Control results, including purity, sterility, and background contamination checks, confirmed the validity of the study.
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Test to see how the dry fog reduces Trichophyton interdigitale fungi one of the more andi-fungus resistant strains.
No Growth of Trichophyton interdigitale was observed in any of the 22 carriers tested after exposure to the fog
All control results, including purity, viability, organic soil load sterility, and carrier sterility, confirmed the validity of the study.
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Test to see how the dry fog reduces Staphylococcus aureus bacteria. More commonly known as staph. One of the hardest to kill bacterias out there.
The product showed a 4.99 log reduction in bacterial concentration at 10 minutes, meaning a significant 99.99% reduction in Staphylococcus aureus within the first 10 minutes.
After 30 and 45 minutes, there was no detectable growth of Staphylococcus aureus (below the detection limit), confirming the product’s sustained efficacy over time.
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