Still, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that frequently touched surfaces in your house should be routinely cleaned and disinfected.

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But how exactly should you disinfect all the surfaces in your home?

First off, be sure to read the labels of your products to ensure correct usage and safety.

Use EPA approved disinfectants, and it's best to use disposable gloves.

If using reusable gloves, be sure to use them on Lee while cleaning and disinfecting for the coronavirus.

Always wash your hands immediately after taking the gloves off.

Focus on cleaning and disinfecting the most frequently touched surfaces in your home.

Think tables, door knobs, handles, light switches, desks, toilets, faucets, sinks and electron ICS.

When it comes to electron ICS, research suggests that the virus could last a long time on these types of surfaces for non porous surfaces like a keyboard or a phone.

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The CDC suggests removing any visible contaminant if possible to disinfect, you should follow the instructions from the manufacturer.

Apple recently updated its guidelines for disinfecting its products.

To clean your iPhone, you can clean it with a damp lens cloth and then gently wipe it with a Clorox disinfecting wipe while avoiding getting any moisture in any of the openings.

You can also use the wipes on your other apple products, such as your laptop.

If you're electron ICS manufacturer doesn't provide disinfecting instructions.

The CDC suggests using alcohol wipes or sprays with at least 70% alcohol for touchscreens, and all services should be thoroughly dried to avoid any pools of liquid forming for hard surfaces.

The Corona virus appears to last the longest on plastic and stainless steel, about 2 to 3 days.

If your services or dirty be sure to first clean them with a detergent or soap in water before you disinfect, you can then use an EPA approved disinfectant on the surface.

Diluted household bleach solutions are an option, but make sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions for application.

Make sure it's not expired and never mix household bleach with ammonia or any other cleanser.

Make sure toe open a window so you get plenty of ventilation while and after applying the bleach.

To make a bleach solution, mix five tablespoons of bleach per gallon of water or four teaspoons of bleach per court of water for soft surfaces such as carpeted floor rugs and drapes.

First wipe off any dirt or contaminants you can see.

Then use an approved cleaner while following the cleaners.

Manufacturer instructions.

If possible, put the items in the laundry according to their manufacture instructions.

Using the warmest appropriate water setting.

Be sure to dry thoroughly.

Dirty laundry from an ill person can be washed with other people's items.

But if you need to handle laundry for someone who is sick, use disposable gloves or gloves that are dedicated to cleaning and disinfecting for the coronavirus.

Do not shake dirty laundry.

This will minimize the possibility of dispersing the virus through the air.

Use the warmest water setting appropriate for your items and make sure they're dried thoroughly.

Also, be sure to clean and disinfect your hamper.

If possible.

You should use liners that air disposable or washable and finally clean your hands immediately.

after using the gloves.

If you don't use gloves, be sure to just wash your hands immediately after handling the laundry.

Make sure you follow the CDCs additional home care guidelines on its website when caring for a sick person.

If possible, allow a person to clean and disinfect their own bedroom and bathroom.

And just a reminder.

Cleaning surfaces is not a substitute for washing hands, experts say Washing your hands with soap and water and avoiding touching your face are still the best ways to avoid contracting the virus.

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