Cleaning Wipes: Sanitizing Wipes or Disinfectant Wipes

The demand for cleaning wipes is increasing rapidly because of the current pandemic (COVID-19). Most of us become resourceful when it comes to means and home necessities, and adaptive to the changes in our community. Others may still be in the process of getting used to it as we know there is a lot of events happening at this moment. Despite the fact and circumstances, we would like to give you the best opportunities to discerning whether your cleaning wipes are safe and effective.

DO CLEANING WIPES WORK?

Disinfecting wipes and sanitizing wipes are different.
In the hospital, they frequently use disinfecting wipes in cleaning the surfaces. Disinfecting wipes has germ-fighting abilities and contains substances that prevent mold, viruses, or growth of bacteria when applied to the surface for 10 minutes or less. It also comprises essential oils and glycolic acid that make the surfaces or areas have a smooth finishing result. However, regular usage or prolonged use of the solution can also reduce its effectiveness in cleaning the surfaces and help the antibodies be resistant to the cleaning compounds.
On the other hand, sanitizing wipes lessen the surfaces' bacteria up to 99.99% in 30 seconds. For effectiveness, it's necessary to do pre-cleaning.

ARE DISINFECTANT WIPES SAFE?

Understandably, disinfecting wipes are convenient to use. But we need to be careful about what disinfectant wipes and how often we'll be going to use it. Let us take note and remember that these products may consist of several chemicals that may cause health conditions if exposed frequently such as, asthma attacks, allergies, and more.

DO DIY DISINFECTANT WIPES WORKS?

Yes, if you have the right solution or dilute it in the right amount of components. Bleach is the known ingredient in making your DIY disinfecting wipes. The bleach components are dangerous to our health, if not used with precautions. To be safe and have an effective disinfecting cleaning make sure you have the right bleach types. Clorox is one of the leading cleaning agents used in the laundry or cleaning surfaces, and most probably available in your home. There are different types of Clorox, and the cleaning strength also differs. Another cleaning agent that you may use will be 70% Isopropyl Alcohol and 140+ alcohol content Vodka.
You may check the measurements here.

Where to use the Disinfecting WIPES?

Experts suggest regularly clean and wipe down the frequently-touched surfaces like doorknobs, light switches, countertops, remote, phones, and much more. But the best way to prevent spreading the new coronavirus or other viruses is to wash your hands as often as should be.

Don't forget to read the label carefully before buying a product, as some might not mean for your specifics, or it might be just a waste of money and risk yourself. Remember, not all products are the same, checking the label for its purpose before using it will help you to determine what to use. When creating your disinfecting wipes, you will need to protect yourself, apply with precautions, and let it sit for quite some time to be effective.

WhAT ARE THE BEST DISINfectant wipes available?

There are many disinfectant wipes available in the market right now. Here are few of the wipes that you may get from the market or online, CareNow Disinfectant Wipes, Clorox Disinfecting Wipes, Lysol Disinfecting Wipes, and our best pick, towel, vinegar, essential oil, and natural dish soap. 

→ The CareNow Eco Protect Quat Surface Disinfectant Wipes are alcohol-free Quaternary ammonium wipes with bactericidal, fungicidal, and virucidal actions for cleansing and disinfecting. It is sold in a pack of 40.
→ Clorox is effective, EPA-approved, and truly easy to find. It is sold per canister or in four-packs, it depends on the store. These wipes can eliminate the coronavirus on hard and soft surfaces of your home.
→ Another known brand, Lysol Disinfecting Wipes are also EPA-approved to disinfect hard surfaces. It is sold in a single canister or pack of six. Please take note that Lysol takes 10 mins to work on your surfaces or to disinfect.
→ Lastly, your DIY Disinfectant wipes. Grab a small towel or cloth, mix 1 cup water, 1 cup white vinegar, and 4-6 drops of your favorite essential oils. Viola, you already have a disinfectant wipes. If you prefer a bubbly feel, you may add a few drops of your dish soap. 

Deep cleaning or having your home checked and cleaned by a professional cleaning team will ensure that your home is safe. Vivian's Maid in Seattle does precautionary measures to protect you and your family and protect our maids when rendering a housekeeping service. Because Vivian's Maid in Seattle uses green-cleaning products, you can never go wrong in helping the environment, and at the same have an effective cleaning. Don't let expose yourself with dangerous chemicals for a long time as it can weaken your system. Our services are not just for typical-hectic schedule clients but for everyone who needs helps. From dusting to deep cleaning, we offer maid services that have a personal touch. We treat your home like ours and respect it.

We are all in this together. Stay safe and well.