How do I cleanup the mercury from a broken thermometer?
DO NOT VACUUM UP THE MERCURY! BE CAREFUL WITH THE BROKEN GLASS! If the mercury spilled on a hard surface: Use a piece of paper or cardboard to gently push the balls of mercury onto a piece of paper. Put the collected mercury into a jar with a lid or into a zip lock bag. If the mercury spilled on a carpet or rug: Clean it up as above. If it is difficult to gently push the balls of mercury through the pile of the carpet or rug, try using a medicine or eye dropper to pick up the mercury. If all the tiny balls of mercury cannot be picked up from a carpet: • Gently work an absorbent material into the carpet (Capture ® Carpet Cleaner, kitty litter, etc.) • Leave it alone for ½ to 1 hour. • Open the windows. • Vacuum up the area and immediately take the vacuum cleaner bag outside to the garbage can. If all the tiny balls of mercury cannot be picked up from a small rug: • Take the rug outside and shake it well. • If the clothes dryer is vented to the outside, dry the rug for a few minutes to l
