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SheltieLover

(57,073 posts)
Fri Aug 7, 2020, 10:54 AM Aug 2020

Do-It-Yourself disinfecting wipes fight bacteria, viruses

https://www.localmemphis.com/mobile/article/news/health/coronavirus/covid-19-memphis/do-it-yourself-clorox-wipes-fight-bacteria-viruses/522-8e31f93d-5557-44bd-a5f5-3b4f4aef78ba

Follow these step-by-step instructions to make your own disinfectant wipes.

Author: Kelsie Cairns
Published: 8:42 AM CDT August 7, 2020
Updated: 8:42 AM CDT August 7, 2020

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — As you have most likely noticed, there is and has been a shortage of disinfecting wipes.

So, if you're struggling to find them on store shelves, you can make your own by grabbing a few items out of your closet or pantry.

Start with a strong, sturdy roll of paper towels.

Then, get one cup of water, a large knife and an air-tight container.

More at link.
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Do-It-Yourself disinfecting wipes fight bacteria, viruses (Original Post) SheltieLover Aug 2020 OP
actual clorox wipes don't use bleach Kali Aug 2020 #1
Can't find Clorox spray cleaner either Alliepoo Aug 2020 #2
Bleach not usually available here, either. SheltieLover Aug 2020 #3

Kali

(55,007 posts)
1. actual clorox wipes don't use bleach
Fri Aug 7, 2020, 11:07 AM
Aug 2020

most wipes tend to have Alkyl C12-18 Dimethylbenzyl Ammonium Chloride

but bleach is one of the best disinfectants to use. I would just put it in a bowl and use a sponge or rag myself. can also put it in a spray bottle but be aware it is bleach, if you get it on dark or "colored" fabric it will bleach it out.

Alliepoo

(2,216 posts)
2. Can't find Clorox spray cleaner either
Fri Aug 7, 2020, 11:14 AM
Aug 2020

I make my own kinda the same way. Water, bleach and a few drops of dish soap in the original empty spray container. Works well. I also disinfect with 99% alcohol in a dollar store spray bottle. I use it in lieu of Lysol spray which is also hard to find. A baggie with paper towels cut in half and 70% alcohol poured in to wet them is convenient to stick in your purse or a book bag to clean hands or wipe down a surface.

SheltieLover

(57,073 posts)
3. Bleach not usually available here, either.
Fri Aug 7, 2020, 11:21 AM
Aug 2020

Tough to get any disinfectants in this area.

So I go with the old standby: soap. Lol

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