What are the methods to remove formaldehyde from a car?
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Methods to remove formaldehyde from a car include: 1. Drive with windows slightly open to maintain fresh air circulation and accelerate the dissipation of odors; 2. Place activated charcoal inside the car; 3. Use an air compressor to evenly spray formaldehyde-removing solvent in the car; 4. Place lemons or grapefruit peels in the car; 5. Visit a car maintenance center for negative ion treatment. Methods for maintaining the car interior include: 1. Wipe leather seats with a strong alkaline soap solution; 2. Spray an appropriate amount of detergent on the floor mats and scrub them clean with a brush; 3. Clean the ceiling with a high-powered vacuum tube; 4. Promptly wipe the sealing strips.
When it comes to removing formaldehyde from the car interior, I had a real headache when I first got my new car. Ventilation is the most basic and important method. I would roll down all the windows before getting in the car every day, and I tried to leave a small gap while driving. During hot summer days, I specifically parked the car under the sun on clear days for three hours with all the doors open to accelerate formaldehyde volatilization. Activated charcoal bags are particularly useful—I placed about ten bags under the seats and in the trunk, replacing them every two weeks. The photocatalyst spray I bought on Taobao also worked well; after spraying it on the seats and ceiling, I would let it sit for half a day before ventilating. If you find it troublesome, a car air purifier is also very effective. I bought one with a formaldehyde filter, and I would turn it on whenever I drove. After using it continuously for about a month, the smell became much lighter. However, the most important thing is to be patient during the first six months with a new car—it takes time for formaldehyde to dissipate completely.
