Help with getting unusual odor out of a wetsuit
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Sounds like you bought a smoke damaged suit from a fire sale
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It does sound worth a try if I can find it locally.
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That's good, then, I think 16 year olds are okay to smoke in Mexico... among other things.
Jeez, when this thread started I really thought it was going to be about some other type of odor source.
Before using "Sink the Stink", read the website and understand what it is and how it works. It simply will not work for your problem.
After a few dives, you may wish it still smelled like it does now, anyway.
I use Odoban, it's sold at home depot. Disinfectant and deodorizer. Leaves a eucalyptus smell behind which I like, but if you rinse well the smell is minimized.
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Sink the Stink works great on stinky boots that have been worn for several days (same smell my sons' sneakers used to get when they waded through the pond to get to the frogs!). Remember NOT to rinse the suit after you soak it in the diluted solution. Have fun in Coz!
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The final result? After multiple baths of mouthwash, then vinegar and then JAhjahwarrior's suggestion of Odoban....I think I've solved the problem. JahJah.....loved the Odoban....I think I've found a new fav product.
Thank you all.
Thank you all.
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You might pack it in a plastic bag with 8 oz of Baking Soda for the trip down in case of any residual...
At Sams club they sell it with a spray bottle too, I use it for a lot of stuff. Very good cleaning with a great smell. Also saw a citrus smell last trip to home depot but I love the classic eucalyptus.
It also gets out pet pee smells from clothes and carpet.
It also gets out pet pee smells from clothes and carpet.
Mirazyme ...
... cheaper than Sink the Stink, works fast, and a bottle goes a long way. Get used to the idea that you're going to be repeatedly deodorizing your neoprene gear.
8 oz MiraZyme Odor Eliminator discounts on sale McNett
... cheaper than Sink the Stink, works fast, and a bottle goes a long way. Get used to the idea that you're going to be repeatedly deodorizing your neoprene gear.
8 oz MiraZyme Odor Eliminator discounts on sale McNett
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