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Diatomaceous Earth Powder Duster with 6 Inch Extension Nozzle - Made in The USA
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- Light Dusting - Spreads Diatomaceous Earth Evenly And Efficiently
- Use In Multiple Settings - Perfect For Household Use In Residences And Apartments Or Outdoors
- Great For Tight Spaces - Places Powder In Difficult To Reach Areas, Saving You Time And Effort
- Minimal Clogging - Turn Upside Down And Begin With Light Puffs To Reduce Clogging
- Fine Tip Nozzle - 6" Extension Included For Precise Application
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Pest Pistol Diatomaceous Earth Powder Duster - Made in the USA
We Stand Behind Our Products and Support American Manufacturing!
The Pest Pistol was originally introduced in the 1980's as an effective Diatomaceous Earth powder duster. Since its inception, it has been proudly manufactured in the United States and distributed and sold throughout the world. Along the way there have been many opportunities to outsource the Pest Pistol outside of the United States in order to cut manufacturing cost. Unfortunately In 2016 a company in Cartersville, GA decided to copy the Pest Pistol design, creating a yellow version and outsourcing the product to China. Since then the Pest Pistol has suffered huge financial losses; however, we refuse to follow this same path. We will continue to support American manufacturing and the American worker by proudly manufacturing the Pest Pistol in the United States.
Why the Pest Pistol Diatomaceous Earth Powder Duster?
This Pest Pistol powder duster is easy to assemble and use within 1 minute! It is great for puffing or squirting Diatomaceous Earth into cracks, crevices, outlets, crown molding, baseboards, and other areas that are difficult to reach. The Pest Pistol duster holds roughly 4oz of powder.
What Our Customers Are Saying
Our customers tell us that using the Pest Pistol is super easy for application of diatomaceous earth, boric acid and more. Once filled, screw the cap on tight and turn the duster upside down. Puff into areas where necessary, such as cabinets, window sills, garbage cans, around baseboards, beneath refrigerators or stoves, and on pet beds.
Features and Benefits of the Pest Pistol Diatomaceous Earth Powder Duster
- Spreads Diatomaceous Earth Evenly And Efficiently
- Perfect For Household Use In Residences And Apartments Or Outdoors
- Great For Tight Spaces
- Minimal Clogging - Turn Upside Down And Begin With Light Puffs To Reduce Clogging
- Fine Tip Nozzle - 6" Extension Included For Precise Application
- All components 100% manufactured and assembled in the USA
- Beware of cheap imitations! The ORIGINAL and still the BEST!
Instructions for Use
Step 1: Invert Duster For Light Crack And Crevice Applications. Step 2: Hold Upright For Wide Dispersion In Wall And Ceiling Voids. Step 3: Properly Label Duster For Safety. Step 4: If Powder Clogs Duster, Sharply Tap Base Of Duster Opposite Nozzle On Hard Surface.
Product information
Package Dimensions | 4.6 x 3.5 x 3.5 inches |
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Item Weight | 2.39 ounces |
Manufacturer | Pest Pistol |
ASIN | B002SW52CE |
Item model number | PESTPISTOLRED |
Customer Reviews |
4.2 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #96,926 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden) #1,680 in Pest Repellents |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
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Customers like the performance, ease of use, and adjustment of the outdoor living product. However, some customers have reported issues with clogging and the powder getting stuck inside the tube. Customers have different opinions on value, quality, dust, and size.
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Customers like the performance of the product. They say it works incredibly well, is a fantastic product to use, and is great to spread the powder every where. Some customers also mention that it takes a little time to develop that fine touch, but it's worth the time. Overall, customers are happy with the results and recommend the product to others.
"...This works like a little bellows and requires air to function...." Read more
"...And it does - works great. I don’t like a lot of chemicals so I love cleaning with white vinegar and baking soda, especially sinks and toilets...." Read more
"...For my purposes with the electrical outlet, it worked perfectly...." Read more
"...It works upright or upside down, but it takes some practice since upright hardly blows anything out and upside down blows a stream out if you do it..." Read more
Customers find the product easy to use. They mention that it is super easy to handle, and easy to apply any powder product. The light weight plastic is easy to construct and takes less time. The product is very handy in the execution of unwanted jumping and vacuuming. The mouth opening makes it easy to pour the DE in and it is also easy to treat carpeted bedrooms for fleas.
"...Since it was so simple and quick to do, I went ahead and did a bunch of other outlets just in case. It completely got rid of the ants...." Read more
"...This mini duster made it so much easier. It holds quite a bit of product, and the long, narrow nozzle makes it perfect for getting into tight spaces...." Read more
"...amount of powder it produces, how it can be quick to clog and hard to use...." Read more
"Easy to use and the size is pretty decent. Make sure the lid is tightly screwed and also check it periodically when using it." Read more
Customers like the adjustment. They mention it does a good job of spreading DE powder onto their carpet, but it gets every where. It sprays nicely, and allows better airflow, making it easy to disperse the powder evenly. It's a great little tool for spreading DE in the garden, but don't try it on a windy day. Overall, customers are happy with the product and recommend it to others.
"...Kills Bed Bugs on Contact - 100% Guaranteed Effective - Fastest Working Bed Bug Spray and6...." Read more
"...It was faster to apply and there was no dust, unlike using the pest pistol...." Read more
"...A nice spray of DE goes out.The only "problem" with this thing is that the DE tends to clog it up fairly quickly...." Read more
"...This duster helped spread it evenly and get into cracks that I couldn't have reached on my own...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the dust. Some mention that the Pistol Mini Duster was a great way to dust both the top and underneath their outdoor plants, the diatomaceous earth comes out in a fine dust cloud, and is perfect for dusting under floor boards and into wall outlets against bed bugs. However, others say that a ton of dust comes out and they wish they had a brush to even out the dust, and cleanup after application is annoying and involves frequent cleaning.
"...from dusting the environment, I have found the pest pistol perfect for dusting my cats...." Read more
"...I used it with DE and it was very dusty so I agree with other comments that caution must be used...." Read more
"...It does a nice job of loosening stains and makes stainless steel shine...." Read more
"...and are unhappy with the messy, cloudy dust, I find that using something like the scotch-brite fur fighter pet hair sweeper, a rubber broom or even..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the product. Some mention that it is a good price at $10, while others say that it's overpriced and a basic device for the price. Some say that the product doesn't work or fit on small tight fixtures or places, and is wasting money.
"...I think that the low price of the pistol and the relatively user friendly design are exactly what us amateurs need to get this non professional job..." Read more
"Product overpriced, doesn't work or fit on small tight fixtures or places to blow pest powder...." Read more
"...This duster is well worth the money and if you take care of it well it last a long, long time...." Read more
"...It is really not a good product. As mentioned, I did not get one--not even ONE--poof out of the darn thing." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the product. Some mention that it's well-made, durable, and looks durable. However, others say that the powder is super fine and can irritate your eyes and mucus. Additionally, loading powder into the device is a problem, as the powder takes a while to settle.
"...puffers. It's a well-made, well-designed plastic accordian unit fitted with a screw-on cap which has a plastic "straw" applicator narrowing to an..." Read more
"...They make my bed and pillows feel smoother and softer. They are a good quality and feel like they will last a long time and not rip...." Read more
"...some kind of respirator or mask when doing this since the powder takes a while to settle...." Read more
"...The fact that it is food-grade and essentially harmless (unless you breath the dust in, which I'm sure can be problematic) and that it does kill the..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the size of the product. Some mention that the size is perfect, while others say that it's almost too big. The seal between the lid and the bottle wasn't particularly tight, making it difficult to squeeze with one hand. Overall, the size has mixed opinions.
"...Sleep Defense for the pillows and bed have a nice soft and smooth feel to them. They make my bed and pillows feel smoother and softer...." Read more
"...The end hole in the applicator is super tiny and easily blocked...." Read more
"...This mini duster made it so much easier. It holds quite a bit of product, and the long, narrow nozzle makes it perfect for getting into tight spaces...." Read more
"Easy to use and the size is pretty decent. Make sure the lid is tightly screwed and also check it periodically when using it." Read more
Customers are not happy with the clogging of the DE powder pistol. They mention that it sometimes clogs and has to be upended so that the powder clears. They also mention that the product sprayed in clumps and sometimes nothing. The powder often gets stuck inside the tube. Customers are also concerned about the amount of powder that comes out, as it can cause a big pile of DE.
"...`When upright, very little powder comes out. To get more, shake it before squeezing to get some powder airborne inside...." Read more
"...One thing I didn't like is that it sprayed in clumps and sometimes nothing. Didn't happen often but it happened...." Read more
"gets clogged way to easy no matter how much or little one puts in it" Read more
"...the questionable quality of this pistol, the excessive amount of powder it produces, how it can be quick to clog and hard to use...." Read more
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There's nothing really fancy or complicated about these little (really only mini compared to the professional sized one which holds a half-pound of DE, etc.) puffers. It's a well-made, well-designed plastic accordian unit fitted with a screw-on cap which has a plastic "straw" applicator narrowing to an attached nozzle with a tiny hole in the end. The underside of the cap has a small built in "sifter" to keep a large quantity of powder from clogging the applicator as you "puff."
The pest pistol can be used cap facing up or down or angled, depending on your target. I personally found it very useful to practice my skills in the garage before dusting the carpets, nooks and crannies, and cats. There is a slight learning curve depending on your technique. Heavy-handed puffing will result in the "blob" outcome noted by more than one reviewer here. This didn't seem like a big deal to me. I just brush the blobs down into the carpet, or vacuum up the excess.
Once you get the hang of things, there's little effort involved. Again, a little practice beforehand will pay dividends. And don't overfill the cannister (two-thirds is fine for me). This works like a little bellows and requires air to function. It may be necessary from time to time to tap the container to loosen the contents a bit. Bakers among you will understand--it's like rapping your flour sifter to clear it.
There is, as others have noted, no way to make the pest pistol air-tight when storing DE in it. I think this is a very minor issue. In the mid-south, land of high humidity, I simply store my pest pistol in a large zip-lock bag and it's ready to go at any time. I don't fool with funnels or other gagetry to load the container. I simply spoon DE into the opening with a standard soup spoon out of the silverware drawer. It works fine. (Granted, I might want to find a less casual method if I were using a toxic product. But for food-grade DE? Nah.)
Aside from dusting the environment, I have found the pest pistol perfect for dusting my cats. The little applicator can be slid into their fur and "poof," they're puffed. Just be sure the business end isn't actually touching the skin. The end hole in the applicator is super tiny and easily blocked. Just get as close as you can under the fur, without touching skin, give the pistol a squeeze, and then distribute the DE with your hands. I can "do" a cat with about 12-15 strategically placed puffs. A big dog would take more time, but still so worth it. What I love about DE and the pistol application is that even if I overdo things, the surplus DE is distributed by the animals in the places they frequent and gives even more protection from those rascally fleas. Plus it's not a powdered neurotoxin, as most insecticides are, so if it's on the furniture, or the vanity, or my bedsheets, I don't care.
The Pest Pistol and diatomaceous earth go together like "love and marriage." I can't imagine one without the other.
I ordered Diatomaceous Earth and this Pest Pistol (sounds like the name of a rock band!) and went to work. One thing I learned is that 5 pounds of diatomaceous earth if a LOT. Unless I come up with some other uses for it, I'm sure it'll last me a couple of lifetimes.
This Pest Pistol mini duster is pretty easy to use. Just remove the plastic lid, add some powder, make sure that the tube nozzle is securely pushed into the lid, and give a squeeze to the plastic accordian duster. It's probably obvious when you look at the duster, but in case there's any doubt, you squeeze top and bottom together to deflate the accordian ridges rather than squeezing from side to side.
For my purposes with the electrical outlet, it worked perfectly. I simply removed the electrical outlet cover that the ants were coming from, stuck the tip of the spray nozzle a couple of inches into the wall opening, and gave a few good squeezes to the duster while pointing it in different directions inside the wall. Most of the diatomaceous earth puffed into the wall space, with minimal dust coming back out of the uncovered outlet hole. Since it was so simple and quick to do, I went ahead and did a bunch of other outlets just in case. It completely got rid of the ants.
While the duster did great with puffing into the wall space, I would have been less thrilled with it if I was using it in an open space -- like in treating carpet or area rugs for fleas. I tried a few sample dustings on an area rug and found that it didn't create anything like a uniform dusting of powder. Instead, it left a heavy concentration in spots and missed others.
It's fairly easy to squeeze when operating it. I found that it worked better for me to use both hands. Also, don't fill it all the way or it can't depress enough to puff out the powder.