- Limit movement in the home to prevent soot particles from spreading and additional damage from occurring.

- Place clean towels or old linens on rugs and high traffic areas and upholstery.

- Coat chrome faucets, trim and appliances with petroleum jelly or oil.

- Place aluminum foil or wood blocks between furniture legs and wet carpet.

- Do not wash any walls or painted surfaces.

- Do not shampoo carpet or upholstery.

- Do not clean any electrical equipment.

- Do not send clothing to a dry cleaner since improper cleaning may  set smoke odor.

 For more information, The American Burn Association (ABA) offers many different prevention resources.