4 Household Cleaners <br />That Effectively <br />Destroy COVID-19 As the COVID-19 pandemic stretches on, <br />many people may find themselves running <br />low on standard cleaning products. Thankfully there are four cleaning solutions that<br />work just as well against COVID-19 and you<br />probably already have them in your house. 1. Isopropyl alcohol, the main ingredient<br />in hand sanitizers, is extremely effective<br />against COVID-19 on hard surfaces as long<br />as it contains at least 70 percent alcohol. According to organic chemist Richard Sachleben,<br />it is best to first clean the surface with water<br />and detergent, apply the isopropyl alcohol and<br />let it sit for at least 30 seconds. 2. According to the CDC, three percent hydrogen<br />peroxide can likely kill COVID-19 easily,<br />as it has been proven to deactivate rhinovirus<br />in less than eight minutes. The best way to use hydrogen peroxide is to<br />transfer it into a spray bottle, spray the desired<br />surfaces and allow it to sit for at least one minute. 3. The CDC also recommends using bleach<br />but only when it's been diluted with 1 quart<br />of water per 4 teaspoons of bleach. Sachleben recommends cleaning the surface<br />with water and detergent, drying it completely,<br />applying the bleach and then letting it sit for<br />at least 10 minutes before removal. 4. Finally, the tried-and-true method of<br />scrubbing with soap and water can effectively<br />break down COVID-19’s protective envelope. Scrub surfaces with a damp, soapy towel to ensure<br />thorough disinfection and when you’re finished,<br />simply let the rag soak in a bowl of soapy water.
