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Terre de Sommieres - Sommieres Clay - Fuller's Earth

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Rescuing from grease stains and bed bugs! 

Sommières earth is an ultra-fine clay that can absorb up to 80% of its weight in water. This earth is a formidable dry stain remover for grease stains (oil, butter, gasoline, makeup, etc.) and can be used on fragile surfaces (textiles, carpets, leather, marble, granite, cabinetry, tiles, stone, concrete)

It also absorbs and neutralizes many other types of stains: urine on cushions, wine stains on tablecloths, and much more!

Fighting bed bugs

Recently, scientists from the University of Nice discovered that Sommières earth is the most effective material for fighting bed bugs. We'll tell you more about it in our blog article: How to use Sommières earth against bed bugs?  Read the article in La Presse: Fighting the invader without chemicals

Instructions

Use as a stain remover

As an excellent dry stain remover, Sommières earth is sprinkled generously on the item to be cleaned. Leave on for several hours, rub if necessary, remove excess powder before vacuuming.

To combat bed bugs

Apply the earth in a thin, even layer on surfaces where bed bugs are likely to hide, such as cracks, mattress seams, and baseboards.

Ingredients

Sommières earth

Quantity

400 grams per bag

Warning

Avoid contact with eyes and do not eat. Store in this bag, tightly closed and dry. Keep out of reach of children and animals. Always test on delicate surfaces.

Learn more

Consult our blog articles on Sommières earth to learn more about its stain-removing power or for fighting bed bugs: What is Sommières earth?

How to use Sommières earth for bed bugs?

Frequently Asked Questions about Sommières Earth

Question Answer
What is Sommières Earth? Sommières earth is an ultra-fine clay known for its strong absorbent power, particularly useful for grease stains and certain household uses.
What types of stains can it help absorb? It is often used on oil, butter, gasoline, makeup, wine, or urine stains on various surfaces.
On what surfaces can it be used? It is suitable for textiles, carpets, cushions, leather, marble, stone, concrete, tiles, and other delicate surfaces.
How to use it as a stain remover? Simply sprinkle the powder generously on the stain, let it act for several hours, then remove the excess before brushing or vacuuming.
Why is it appreciated for grease stains? Its absorbent power allows it to capture greasy substances without wetting fabrics or requiring immediate liquid cleaning.
Can Sommières earth be used against bed bugs? Yes. It is sometimes used in dry application in certain targeted areas such as cracks, baseboards, or mattress seams.
How to apply the powder against bed bugs? A thin, uniform layer can be deposited in places where bed bugs are likely to hide.
What ingredients does this product contain? The product contains only Sommières earth.
How much does the bag contain? Each bag contains approximately 400 grams of product.
Where can I learn more about its uses? Blog articles are available to delve deeper into its uses as a stain remover or in the context of bed bugs.

A little extra natural care 🌿

💡 Many people always keep a bag of Sommières earth handy for greasy accidents on fabrics and delicate surfaces.




Pochette en papier kraft Eco Loco de Terre de Sommières sur un fond de mur de briques blanches avec des feuilles vertes et un petit bol blanc en céramique contenant de la poudre brune

Terre de Sommieres - Sommieres Clay - Fuller's Earth

Regular price $15.99 CAD
Regular price Sale price $15.99 CAD

Fuller's earth: a natural solution against bedbugs

Bedbugs, these unwanted little invaders, are not only a source of discomfort: they turn our nights into real headaches. Good news, there is a natural, ecological and effective solution to say goodbye to them: Sommières clay. This ultra-absorbent clay, already well known for its stain removal prowess, could well become your best ally in this fight.

A stain remover that does more than just fight stains

Before we talk about bedbugs, let's take a minute to salute the multifunctional talent of Sommières clay. Made from natural clay, it absorbs up to 80% of its weight in water and removes greasy stains from almost everything: textiles, carpets, leather, marble and even concrete. A sort of discreet, but formidably effective household superhero.

And recently, it has made a notable entrance into a whole new category: bedbug control.

How Sommiere's Clay, Fuller's Earth Fights Bed Bugs

Researchers from the University of Nice have highlighted the dehydrating properties of this magic powder. So how does it work? Simply by exploiting its absorption power:

Fatal dehydration: When it comes into contact with a bedbug, Fuller's earth causes micro-tears in its cuticle, leading to rapid and irreversible water loss.

Proven effectiveness: laboratory tests have shown a significant reduction in populations after uniform application of the soil. In short, we can say that bedbugs don't see anything wrong... or rather, powder.

How to use it at home

The application is simple:

- Identify infested areas (mattress seams, baseboards, cracks, etc.).

- Sprinkle a thin layer of Sommières earth generously.

- Leave to act for several hours, ideally overnight.

- Carefully vacuum up the powder, and that's it.

It is a gentle method for your home and the environment, without any harmful chemicals.

An ecological and responsible solution

In addition to being effective, Sommières earth is an environmentally friendly alternative. Unlike chemical insecticides, it poses no risk to your health or that of your pets. It is a solution that combines efficiency, simplicity and respect for the planet.

So, whether it's for stubborn stains or to put an end to a bedbug invasion, Sommières clay proves that it deserves a special place in your household essentials. Not bad for a powder that, a few years ago, still went unnoticed.