Question from Karen
Hello Debra,
I would like to ask your readers what their experience has been in attempting to remove cigarette smoke residue from a home, so a person with MCS can live in it. My key questions are as follows:
Can it really be done successfully, so individuals with moderate to severe MCS can live in the home with no negative affects? If yes, how?
What products are effective and non-toxic (or at least will not continue to be toxic for more than a short period of time after application)?
This Ohio home was smoked in from 1977 through 2005 and unoccupied for the last year. Even after a few years of no smoking the nicotine/tar stains are visible on the walls and ceilings.
I realize this is certainly a less-than-ideal home for most people to consider, particularly those with MCS. However, there are special circumstances that warrant investigating what is possible and potentially trying to remediate it. Of course, the funds to do so are limited and must be taken into account.
Debra’s Answer
Readers, I don’t have actual experience removing smoke residues such as this from a house. Has anyone done this successfully, or do you know of anyone who has?
