4 Household Cleaners That Effectively Destroy COVID-19

4 Household Cleaners That Effectively Destroy COVID-19 As the COVID-19 pandemic stretches on, many people may find themselves running low on standard cleaning products.

Thankfully there are four cleaning solutions that work just as well against COVID-19 and you probably already have them in your house.

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Isopropyl alcohol, the main ingredient in hand sanitizers, is extremely effective against COVID-19 on hard surfaces as long as it contains at least 70 percent alcohol.

According to organic chemist Richard Sachleben, it is best to first clean the surface with water and detergent, apply the isopropyl alcohol and let it sit for at least 30 seconds.

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According to the CDC, three percent hydrogen peroxide can likely kill COVID-19 easily, as it has been proven to deactivate rhinovirus in less than eight minutes.

The best way to use hydrogen peroxide is to transfer it into a spray bottle, spray the desired surfaces and allow it to sit for at least one minute.

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The CDC also recommends using bleach but only when it's been diluted with 1 quart of water per 4 teaspoons of bleach.

Sachleben recommends cleaning the surface with water and detergent, drying it completely, applying the bleach and then letting it sit for at least 10 minutes before removal.

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Finally, the tried-and-true method of scrubbing with soap and water can effectively break down COVID-19’s protective envelope.

Scrub surfaces with a damp, soapy towel to ensure thorough disinfection and when you’re finished, simply let the rag soak in a bowl of soapy water.