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Mosquito Repellant Blankets

The Bug Shield Blanket Protects the User from Bug Bites

— August 24, 2021 — Art & Design
The Bug Shield Blanket allows users to spend time outside without swatting at pesky mosquitos. Designed by Outer, an outdoor furniture startup, the bug-repelling blanket keeps users warm and comfortable as fall approaches. The blanket works with embedded technology to repel insects of all kinds.

From mosquitos to ticks, the Bug Shield Blanket repels all bugs. It is free from harsh chemicals and encourages people to spend more time outdoors. The furniture brand collaborated with Insect Shield, which developed an insect repellent that can be embedded in the fabric. Insect Shield's proprietary permethrin is bonded into the blanket's fabric to provide users with an odorless bug repellant solution. The invisible shield is effective for up to 25 launderings, which should last the blanket's lifetime.

Image Credit: Outer
Trend Themes
1. Bug-repellent Fabric - Developing insect-repellent technologies for various fabric applications, such as outdoor clothing, camping equipment, and pet beds.
2. Eco-friendly Insect Repellent - Creating natural, environmentally friendly insect repellents to replace harsh chemicals in insect control products.
3. Outdoor Comfort Technology - Integrating technology into outdoor furniture and equipment to enhance the user's outdoor experience, such as heating, cooling, and bug-repelling capabilities.
Industry Implications
1. Outdoor Equipment Industry - Developing new products and technologies to improve the outdoor experience, such as bug-repelling camping tents, outdoor furniture, and picnic gear.
2. Home Textile Industry - Using insect-repellent technology to create home textiles that keep bugs away, such as curtains, bed linens, and window screens.
3. Insect Control Industry - Creating eco-friendly and non-toxic insect repellents to replace harmful chemicals in traditional insect control products.
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