Category: How To Use
How do I identify the ground slot on my electric outlet, and use my product safely?
The silver rod end of the cable should be connected into the earth slot of the wall socket only. It should not be connected into any other slot on the socket. If you are using an extension cord you need to ensure the cord is grounded. You can tell this by the number of slots […]
Read moreCan I still use my electric blanket?
Yes. Electric blankets do not interfere with the grounding process and the products can withstand the heat from an electric blanket. The only thing to make sure of is that you are still making direct skin contact with the grounding product.
Read moreCan I plug it into an extension lead?
Yes absolutely, you will just need to double check the extension lead is earthed. To do this you can use a socket tester.
Read moreIs there a risk of electrocution?
All of our US plugs are sent out with the live and neutral pins removed, only the earthing pin remains so electricity cannot flow from the wall socket. For additional peace of mind, all of our product cables have a 100 kohm resister built in so again electricity cannot flow.
Read moreCan I walk around?
The products are connected via a cable and you do need to keep skin contact with the products in order for them to work, so movement will be restricted.
Read moreDoes it matter if I’m wearing clothing?
Yes, wearing clothing will affect the voltage drop you will get once grounded. For example, making direct skin contact will give you a bigger voltage drop, than if you were wearing jeans. We have tested our grounding sheet wearing thin cotton pyjamas and the drop was hardly affected, so wearing thin clothes, socks or tights […]
Read moreDo I have to make skin contact?
Yes, all of our grounding products require direct skin contact. This can be as little as a fingertip, to as much as your whole body.
Read moreI’m travelling abroad what do I need?
Not all countries have a legal requirement for properties to be earthed so if you are using your grounding products abroad we always recommend taking a socket tester and earthed travel adapter with you to test the socket you want to use for peace of mind. When testing the socket, especially in Europe, you may […]
Read moreI’m new to grounding, what would you recommend?
We will always try to recommend a product that would slot into your current lifestyle without having to make any major adjustments. In our experience we find the following to be the best solutions to introduce grounding as part of your routine: A fitted bed sheet or half sheet allows you to earth without even […]
Read moreDoes it work better with more coverage?
For general health and well-being, respiratory issues, back pain and/or issues with larger parts of the body we always recommend the sheets as the whole body will be receiving the earth’s electrons to help heal and ease inflammation. Also foot mats are great for general grounding because the feet are the most receptive part of […]
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