Suggestions for Disinfecting door knobs, handles, etc.

[Blueplanet]

In case you run out of disinfecting wipes. Soap and water is good, but something stronger like bleach may be necessary-bleach can tarnish some surfaces.
What are some of your homemade suggestions?

[lapfog_1]

1. small bottle of pure rubbing alcohol and some kleenex or paper towels

if you spill a little it won't ruin your clothes, it is easier on your hands than bleach and is very effective at killing a virus. small bottle that one carries in a pocket or purse.

[Blueplanet]

3. Thanks lapfog_1

I'll try it.

[fierywoman]

10. Just be careful to not let rubbing alcohol near varnished wood --it can do bad things to varnish.

[Blueplanet]

13. Thanks for the warning

Make sure it does not get onto varnished wood.

[sl8]

22. Even worse for shellac.

Shellac is dissolved in alcohol for application. Alcohol will redissolve it after it dries or cures. That can be convenient when applying multiple coats - subsequent coats "melt" into previous coats.

[Blueplanet]

11. Using 70% Isopropyl Alcohol

on a paper towel to wipe down door knobs, switches, computer keyboard, mouse, etc.
I'm on a roll. Thanks.

[Ms. Toad]

2. Wear sweaters -

pull your hands in the sleeves and open with the sleeves.

If it isn't sweater season, wear long tops and grab the handles with the bottom of your top.

[dewsgirl]

8. I do this often.

[uppityperson]

4. If you use bleach, 10:1 solution. Soap and water work also

1 part bleach to 10 parts water. You can use soap and water too.

[4139]

5. Soap is better than some might think...

“ Coronaviruses, like this year’s version that has left 100,000 worldwide infected with COVID-19, are encased in a lipid envelope -- basically, a layer of fat. Soap can break that fat apart and make the virus unable to infect you.”
https://www.webmd.com/lung/news/20200306/power-of-hand-washing-to-prevent-coronavirus

[Blueplanet]

7. I heard about it-a bit of good news

Thanks 4139.
"Soap can break that fat apart and make the virus unable to infect you.” So soap and water can go a long way in protecting you from the virus.

[pat_k]

6. Chlorhexidrine spray for pets?

I don't know if the concentration is high enough, but perhaps use chlorhexidrine spray for pets.

This one claims 2% chlorhexidrine gluconate.

[mitch96]

9. I make a solution of 2 thirds 60% isopropyl alcohol and one third aloe for a hand sanitiser

It also works on knobs and countertops. 10:1 bleach is good also. No Isopropyl alcohol?
151 Everclear or rum is good too!! Went to my local watering hole last nite and the distinct faint smell of bleach was in the air by the bar... good job guys...
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[OhNo-Really]

12. Highly diluted bleach 1:10 bleach:water

Carefully applied to paper towel or white cloth. A bit of bleach kills viruses 🦠

[IcyPeas]

14. clean your phones too

[Blueplanet]

15. Good idea

Did that too.

[Runningdawg]

16. Cheap generic listerine

[Blueplanet]

17. Listerine?

Scroll down
https://www.bing.com/search?q=listerine+as+a+disinfectant&PC=U316&FORM=CHROMN

"Listerine is designed to kill some heavy-duty germs in your mouth, so it makes sense that one of the many uses of Listerine would be as a household disinfectant too."

[Kaleva]

18. Bleach has a shelf life so I wouldn't buy a lot of it at one time.

"Chlorine Bleach Shelf Life
How Long Is Bleach Good?"

https://www.thoughtco.com/chlorine-bleach-shelf-life-3976002

[Blueplanet]

20. Bleach weakens over time

https://www.thoughtco.com/chlorine-bleach-shelf-life-3976002

"Another way to tell if your bleach is expired is to note its odor. Don't open the bottle and take a whiff! The human sense of smell is sensitive to bleach, so you should be able to smell it as soon as you pour it from its container. If you don't smell any bleach, it's likely most of the product has decomposed into salt and water. Replace it with a fresh bottle."

I have noticed that in some of the cheaper bleaches there is no odor.

[mcar]

19. I make a spray for my kitchen

hot water, a bit of baking soda, dish soap, and an essential oil, in a spray bottle.

Essential oils are said to have disinfectant properties. I've been spraying my door knobs, etc., with it.

[Blueplanet]

21. Spray the door knobs with

this disinfectant. Now we have many good options to choose from.

[mcar]

23. I stopped using bleach years ago

because of the damage it causes the environment (and the smell).

[Talitha]

24. More thoughts about bleach -

Protect your hands when using it, and be careful it doesn't splash when you're pouring it.