Do Superstratum Products Really Work?

Even good remediation can leave behind mold spores but more importantly mycotoxins and lots of them. Most remediation companies are not equipped to handle anything other than the mold situation itself. Mycotoxins are rarely part of the conversation. And that leaves the homeowner or tenant on their own, dealing with an invisible but dangerous issue.

Enter Superstratum.

This company first came on my radar in 2019. They were known as Endurance BioBarrier at the time. Honestly, Endurance BioBarrier seemed a little too good to be true. Turns out this product line not only was off the charts incredible but it got even better!

In late 2021, Endurance Biobarrier relaunched with a new name, a new look, and an even better formulation and product line. That was the start of Superstratum. Things were great until there was a little trouble with a pesky government agency that wanted them to jump through some hoops. Things like this happen when you have a non-toxic product that actually works. Government likes to put a wrench in things. But like Superstratum is known to do, they came back better than ever and with an improved product line that is backed by some serious science and the lab tests to prove it.

How The Superstratum System Works

Detoxifying a building from mycotoxins requires specialized chemicals, but it’s not just about the chemicals. It’s also about how you use them together. And please don’t read chemicals and think horribly toxic chemicals. Nothing could be further from the truth. Superstratum was designed with the chemically sensitive population in mind!

The Whole Home System is Superstratum’s patent-pending cleaning system designed and proven to eliminate and prevent the damaging effects of mycotoxins in water-damaged buildings. Perform the Whole Home System in your home to remove mycotoxins from air and surfaces in three simple phases – clean, gas, & coat. The combination of three unique chemistries and the process is what delivers Superstratum’s unbeatable performance. They will even help customize a plan for you. Of course so will I!

Superstratum is different from any other product currently available. The Everyday Cleaner, Building Cleaner, and Everyday Wipes utilize Hypotonic Electrolytic Hypochlorous Acid (HE-HOCl) to lift away mold and mildew. This is the first HE-HOCl of it’s kind. The Deodor Bomb is powerful enough to destroy and oxidize mycotoxins, VOCs, and odors. And the Superstratum Endurance Coating (formally known as Superstratum Protectant) offers a new surface coating technology known as ‘Smart Polymers.’  When applied to a surface, Endurance Coating’s proprietary technology forms an invisible, breathable dry film that contains preservatives to completely prevent the growth of mold and mildew on its surface. Let’s take a look at the individual products in greater details.

Superstratum Everyday Cleaner and Building Cleaner

Hypochlorous acid or HOCl is a strong but gentle disinfectant created with water, salt and electricity. Combining H²O (water) with Cl² (chlorine) and a charge of electricity creates hypochlorous acid. Superstratum take things a step further by formulating an HE-HOCl. Hypotonic electrolytic hypochlorous acid is like a super charged HOCl. You can read more about this technology as well as learn exactly what HOCl is an does at my decided post on hypochlorous acid.

In short, HOCl is an oxidative agent. This means it can penetrate the cell membrane of microbes. Simply put, hypochlorous acid can clean microbes, like mold and bacteria, in a way that other chemicals are not capable of doing. And the best part is that is also breaks down mycotoxins, something mold products cannot do.

The Everyday Cleaner is formulated at 300ppms and the Building Cleaner is formulated at 600ppms. Otherwise the chemistry is identical.

Active Ingredients

• Electrolyzed oxygenated water (99.97%)
• Hypotonic electrolytic hypochlorous acid (0.03%)

Pros of Superstratum Everyday Cleaner and Building Cleaner

• Harnesses HOCl’s specific pH to its advantage so that it can penetrate the depths of any surface.
• Targets the deep-set mold and mycotoxins that live in areas other products cannot access.
• Reaches deep into cracks and seams to eliminate both mold roots and spores as well as mycotoxins. 
• Cleans the nooks and crannies of surfaces and stops microbes from continually reproducing.
• Completely removes microbial stains with no residual spores to cause regrowth.
• Dries clear and won’t bleach or discolor.
• Non-corrosive and will never degrade or damage property.
• Breaks down biofilm.
• Is the first hypochlorous acid cleaning product with a guaranteed shelf life of 12 months.
• Is skin safe.

Cons of Superstratum Everyday Cleaner and Building Cleaner

This is not a magic cure-all for a widespread mold problem. In order to properly address mold growth on building materials like drywall, wood, carpet, etc…, it is still a good idea to remove and replace the moldy building material.

Toxic or Non-Toxic?

As non-toxic as you can get! It’s literally salt and water. It is safe for skin contact and doesn’t require a ventilated environment.  People, pets, and plants can all breathe easy knowing this is completely chemical free. True story – one of my cats LOVES the Everyday Cleaner and rolls in the areas I clean right after.

Superatratum Everyday Wipes

There isn’t a whole lot more I can say about the Superstratum Everyday Wipes that I didn’t cover above. It is the same HE-HOCl formula as the Everyday Cleaner but with the convenience of pre-made wipes! I adore these wipes as they are easy to use both at home and on the go! I wipe my hands off with them as well as my professional tools while conducting inspections. They help keep me and my clients safe by eliminating the risk of cross contamination. Sometimes we need a little convenience and the Superstratum Everyday Wipes are exactly that!

Superstratum Deodor Bomb

Mycotoxins can spread through the air. This means they can hide deep in hidden recesses of the home where you can’t see. Superstratum Deodor Bombs are a unique delivery system of chlorine dioxide (ClO2) gas. ClO2 gas is a powerful oxidizer that breaks down odors, mycotoxins, and VOCs.

After fogging and cleaning with Superstratum Everyday Cleaner or Building Cleaner, place Superstratum Deodor Bombs around the home. By activating the Superstratum Deodor Bomb’s dry packet with water, ClO2 gas is generated at the perfect amount. After leaving the gas to dwell overnight, simply open the windows and air out the home the next day.

Active Ingredients

• Chlorine Dioxide

Pros of Superstratum Deodor Bomb

• Targets mycotoxins
• Reduces the amount of VOCs in your home
• Destroys pretty much every odor
• Three formulations to choose from to ensure the right amount of ClO2 gas in each space
• Require nothing more than water to activate
• Easy for anyone to do themselves

Cons of Superstratum Deodor Bomb

You do need to leave the home for 12 or so hours and the bombs work best at night which would mean a hotel stay or another safe sleep space. I don’t see this as a con but instead a small inconvenience for a healthy home.

You need to remove any PCO purification devices. Failure to do so will cause damage to the purifiers.

Toxic or Non-Toxic?

It breaks down into a salt. That means you don’t have to worry about residual chemicals affecting your sensitivity. However, you still want to wear an N-95 mask or respirator when setting the bombs and removing them. It is also important to air the house out. While the by-product is non-toxic, the gas itself is a lung irritant.

Superstratum Endurance Coating

The backbone of the Superstratum Endurance Coating are smart polymers. A Smart Polymer is a high-performance, stimuli-responsive acrylic polymer that adapts to any environment. Unlike standard cleaners, water or moisture activate the smart polymers in Superstratum.

Simply put, the three components to Superstratum Smart Polymer Technology are:

• Moisture-Activated – In response to environmental stimuli like water and humidity, a moisture-activated layer acrylic polymer softens and opens to release its potent EPA-registered antimicrobials.
• Water-Resistant – The water-resistant layer allows the active ingredients to withstand high water, moisture, and humidity levels.
• Lasting Adhesive – A layer of adhesive sealants attaches to any surface and provides sustained protection against abrasion and wear. This layer makes it possible for Superstratum to perform from 10 weeks to ten years!

Superstratum Endurance Coating offers protection based on these general timeframes:

High-traffic areas: shower, bath, and floors – up to 10 weeks of protection against mold and mildew.

Low-traffic areas: walls, siding, and decks – 1-5 years of protection against mold and mildew. 

Undisturbed areas: attic, crawl space, stud cavities – 5-10 years of protection against mold and mildew.

Look at all the places Superstratum Endurance Coating offers protection!

INDOOR Grout lines Painted surfaces Caulk Drywall Foam insulation Wood Crawl spaces Yoga mats Athletic equipment Carpet Rugs and mats

OUTDOOR Shingles Wood siding Stucco Brick Concrete Terra cotta Stone Outdoor furniture Awnings Weather covers Fencing

One gallon of Superstratum Endurance Coating covers approximately 600 square feet when you apply as directed. Believe it or not, more is not better here! A light coating is all you need.

Active Ingredients

That’s actually top secret. Technically it is proprietary. Either way, the ingredients are EPA registered antimicrobials with some smart polymers but the formula can’t be announced lest competitors swoop in. Here is what I can tell you:

• EPA-Registered Mold-Resistant Preservatives – Integrated into a dry film to help resist mold on the coating itself.
• Durable Polymer Matrix – Forms a water-resistant barrier designed for long-term endurance.
• Water-Based Carrier – Enables a low-VOC application without harsh chemicals.
• No bleach. No peroxide. No quats. No added fragrance or dyes.

Pros of Superstratum Endurance Coating

• Invisible dry coating.
• Can withstand and respond to any environment.
• Guaranteed surface protection of 10 weeks to 10 years depending on the location it is applied to.
• Works both indoors and outdoors on any material.
• Can be used inside of a vehicle which is important as people seem to overlook car mold.
• Offers long lasting protection inside your ductwork and HVAC unit.
• Non-corrosive and abrasion resistant.
• Just spray and walk away.

Cons of Superstratum Endurance Coating

Literally none when applied correctly. If you saturated as opposed to mist, the coating will not absorb properly so it is important to read the application instructions carefully.

Toxic or Non-Toxic?

Non-toxic, no VOCs, and contains EPA registered active ingredients. Super safe for people, pets, and the planet.

Has Superstratum Conducted Any Third Party Testing of their products?

Yes! At Superstratum, they believe third-party lab data and analysis are essential for building trust and delivering effective solutions to their sensitized customers. I encourage you to read their white paper which is on their website.

In January of 2023, Michael Pinto from WonderMakers Environmental contracted with Medical Services Consultation P.A. (MSCPA) and working with Real-Time Laboratories evaluated the general efficacy of the Superstratum Building Cleaner product in removing mycotoxins in a biosafety level 1 laboratory. The straightforward process involved testing the Building Cleaner on an intentionally contaminated piece of oriented strand board (OSB). The results of the testing showed an overall reduction in mycotoxins on the difficult to clean OSB boards of 94% – 95%.

My Personal Experience With The Superstratum Product Line

I have used Superstratum both personally and professionally. One would think that a mold inspector would manage to avoid mold problems in their own home. Well let me tell you, we mold inspectors are also subject to the same old faulty plumbing issues as the rest of the population and unfortunately, mold does happen even to us.

I am sharing a situation that occurred in January 2022. It started off with a very wet discovery on the other side of a wall I shared with my neighbor. Seeing I was in a duplex, I could only really do so much when it comes to leak prevention in my neighbor’s home. Our shared wall happened to be our laundry rooms and her plumbing decided to fail. You can see how a leak even for a very short time can create a moldy mess.

As frustrating as this was, I knew Superstratum’s products were what I needed. I immediately sprayed the impacted area plus the four feet above, below, and around it with Superstratum Building Cleaner. I left it alone for about 45 minutes then allowed my trusted team to come in and remove the moldy drywall.

After the drywall was removed (obviously proper containment and remediation protocols were in place) I sprayed the Building Cleaner onto the remaining wood studs. I left it for about 15 minutes. Using a course cloth, I wiped each stud then allowed it to dry for 48 hours. That’s it. The studs look amazing.

Now it was time to apply the Superstratum Endurance Coating. It took all of 5 minutes to spray the wood studs and walk away. I have peace of mind knowing if there is another leak in that area that I should not have to worry about any mold growing.

Since then, I have assisted clients locally with what I call post remediation remediation. Basically I use the Superstratum system to clean up what the remediation companies have left behind which typically is an abundance of mycotoxins and (hopefully) inactive mold spores. The results have been nothing short of amazing for my clients. And it is very much a DIY treatment. Yes, I can perform the service for someone because I know what to do and how to do it so for me, it is a pretty quick process. But truly anyone can do this themselves which saves money and time waiting for a professional to come to you!

Beyond “mold events” Superstratum Everyday cleaner can be used on well, literally anything! I clean every surface in my home with it. It makes an amazing shower cleaner, floor cleaner, and counter cleaner. I even scrub the toilets with it. I also use the Endurance Coating on my showers, around plumbing, and on the caulking around sinks. I reapply every 45-60 days since these are high water environments.

I also applied the Endurance Coating during several stages of the rebuild process of my home. You can see me in action below. The product labels have changed but this is still the same product!

I could sing Superstratum’s praises forever and am not only a lifelong customer but will wholeheartedly recommend this company to my clients.

Final Verdict on the Superstratum Product Line

Without a doubt this is one of the best product lines on the market. It is cost effective, safe for chemically sensitive individuals, easy to DIY, but most importantly, able to address not just mold but mycotoxins as well.

The Superstratum team offers incredible support for their customers. And please do not hesitate to reach out to me if you have any trouble deciding what products you might need and how to use them most efficiently. I have walked college students, parents, business professionals, and seniors alike through using the Superstratum system so literally anyone can do this.