How to Kill Germs on Furniture

Disinfecting your home is one of the most effective means of preventing illness from spreading from one person to another. Tissues and toothbrushes aren't the only carriers of viruses and bacteria. They can easily be transferred onto any surface in your home, including your furniture, through the air or by hand-to surface contact. If you want to halt the spread of germs in your household, clean your furniture regularly using cleaning methods and products that will disinfect both hard surfaces and upholstery efficiently.

Things You'll Need

• White vinegar
• Disinfectant spray
• Disinfectant wipes
• Cloths

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Instructions

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     Remove pillowcases, throws and cushion coverings that are washable. Wash these items in the hottest water that is safe for the fabric; check the label for washing directions. Add 1 cup of vinegar to the wash. Vinegar is a mild disinfectant and all-purpose cleaner.

   • 2

     Spray upholstery that cannot be washed with disinfectant spray.

   • 3

     Wipe hard surfaces like wood, metal and plastic with disinfecting wipes.

   • 4

     Dry hard surfaces on furniture with a clean, dry cloth.