To prepare 8 gallons of use dilution, how much concentrate should you mix?

To prepare a use dilution, the amount of concentrate that needs to be mixed depends on the recommended mixing ratio provided on the product label. Typically, for many pest control solutions, a common dilution rate is 1 ounce of concentrate per gallon of water.

In this scenario, if you need to create 8 gallons of a use dilution, you would multiply the concentration needed per gallon by the total gallons. If the product advises using 2 ounces of concentrate per gallon, then for 8 gallons, you multiply 2 ounces by 8 gallons, resulting in 16 ounces. Notably, 16 ounces is equal to 1 pint.

This is why selecting a pint (16 fl oz) aligns with the requirement to achieve the desired dilution effectively. By preparing the solution with 1 pint of concentrate mixed in 8 gallons of water, you are ensuring that the product is mixed to the correct strength for optimal effectiveness in pest control.