How to Make Disinfectant Wipes

Disinfectant wipes are an increasingly popular item. These items have assisted millions in helping prevent the spread of the coronavirus. These wipes are able to sanitize and disinfectant high touch items. Items such as door knobs, countertops, furniture, remotes, and other items are touched frequently and cleaned seldom.

Disinfectant wipes can be a great way to help add a layer of protection to your home. Most of these areas are rarely cleaned or disinfected. A high touched and uncleaned item poses the risk of carrying the coronavirus or another spreadable virus. 

Disinfectant wipes may be cleared out due to high demand or costing you too much. If this is the case, wipes can be made at home using several items that may be commonly found around the home. United Water Restoration Group, a company that provides fire, water, and mold remediation as well as disinfection services, would like to guide you through this task.

How to Make Disinfectant Wipes at Home

Though disinfectant wipes are typically found in most stores, due to high demand they may sell out or be difficult to find. Disposable disinfectant wipes are typically the easiest to make and can be made using the following ingredients:

• Roll of paper towels
• A gallon of water
• ⅓-1/4 th of a cup of bleach
• Large, airtight container big enough to fit a roll of paper towels in

While mixing bleach, be careful. Be sure to wear gloves while handling bleach and use caution. To create these disposable wipes you will need to do the following:

1. Place materials on a safe and clean surface, one out of reach of children or pets.
2. Equip safety equipment, such as gloves or protective eyewear if needed.
3. Place your paper towels in the concoction of bleach, ensure that they are fully submerged. 
4. Allow the roll of paper towels to soak in the solution for around 5 minutes.
5. Empty the remainder of the solution, you can place it into an empty spray bottle to use as disinfectant or store it when you’re ready to make more wipes.

If you want wipes that are non-disposable, simply replace the roll of paper towels with a cloth rag. Creating disinfectant wipes on your own can be easy and take as little as 20 minutes to prepare. Disinfectant wipes are important as wiping down an area with a rag, water, and soap will clean the area, but not eliminate harmful bacteria or viruses. In terms of wipes tailored towards curtailing the coronavirus, you will need to seek list N disinfectant wipes.

Disinfecting Surfaces

Wipes are perfect to disinfect and protect your home. High-touch surfaces are always the best to target first during this task. United Water Restoration Group offers disinfection services. Our services can be utilized to provide your home with a deep and thorough clean that leaves your home disinfected and more secure. United Water Restoration Group has offices located all around the United States.

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