BugZip Review
Jul
31
A couple of years ago I watched Oprah’s bed bug episode. It really grossed me out and ever since, I have been washing our beddings every week. While everyone probably has bedbugs in their bedrooms to some degree I don’t think we ever had a real problem as none of us have bug bites (besides bites from the evil mosquitos).
Many people who do face bed bug infestations usually bring them home from vacation. Even 5 star hotels have been found to have a lot of bed bugs.
One product people can use to prevent bringing bed bugs home with them or control a bed bug infestation is BugZip which is a bed bug encasement for luggage and clothing. There are sizes which fit into drawers and over suitcases so this product would make living through the treatment process much easier. They should work well for a lice infestation treatment period as well.
I was given several different sizes of this product to review. I was impressed with is how nicely they fold out into boxes and how strong the material is.
The zipper is a little stiff the first time you zip the bags up and you need to use both hands and go slowly around the corners. The product is designed only for use in only one area. You can use them in the same room of your house for as long as you like but you are supposed to dispose of them before leaving your hotel room. I know this is probably to protect the company but I wonder if washing the outside of the bag and zipper areas would prevent bed bugs from spreading? I would hate to spend so much on a product (the range from $9.99 – $19.99) to only use once. You can however find a place to recycle these bags through Earth911 .