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Category Archives: Disinfect

Shelf Life & Odor

Q:  My Clorox® Regular-Bleach has lost its odor, what is the shelf life of bleach? A:  It’s important to keep track of how old your bleach is because yes, bleach doesn’t last forever!  When Clorox® Regular-Bleach is stored between 50°F …

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Dec 28

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Hepatitis A

Q:  Will using a Clorox ® Regular-Bleach solution destroy the hepatitis A virus on toilet seats? A: Yes, you can disinfect hard non-porous surfaces (like a plastic toilet seat) with a Clorox Regular-Bleach disinfecting solution as follows: Add 3/4 cup …

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Dec 19

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Sanitizing Pet Bowls

Q:  How much Clorox® Regular-Bleach is needed to sanitize pet bowls? A:  Here’s how to use Clorox® Regular-Bleach to sanitize food and water dishes for pets: Wash the bowl with soap and water. Prepare a bleach solution:  add 1 Tablespoon …

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Nov 30

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Sanitizing Colored Laundry

Q:  I use bleach to sanitize, as well as whiten, my whites.  How can I sanitize bedding, towels, and underwear that are bright or dark colors? A:  Unfortunately, there are currently no products that disinfect all colored laundry.  Our Clorox2® …

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Nov 23

Posted to Bleach Facts, Clorox 2, Disinfect, Germs by Dr. Laundry 0

Mildew on Outdoor Furniture

Q:  What should I use to clean mildew from the cushions on our porch chaise lounge. The cushions are made of heavy duty cloth. A:  I can recommend a bleach solution, but in addition to removing the mildew it could …

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Nov 7

Posted to Bleachability Test, Clorox 2, Disinfect, Stains by Dr. Laundry 0

Fungal Infections and Bleach

Q:  I was told that if you use diluted Clorox® Regular-Bleach it will help fungal infections go away.  Is this true? A:  Clorox® Regular-Bleach is NOT recommended for personal hygiene of any kind–consumers should always avoid direct skin and eye …

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Oct 31

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Disinfecting and Water Temperature

Q:  Does the disinfecting action of bleach deactivate in water above 77°F? A:  This is a great question!  The bleach active in Clorox® Regular-Bleach is sodium hypochlorite, and it does not “deactivate” in water above 77°F.  However, a higher water …

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Oct 26

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Washing Cotton Briefs in Bleach

Q:  Will Clorox® Regular-Bleach damage the elastic in my cotton briefs?  After several washes the white cotton starts turning yellow.  How much Clorox should be used in an average white wash? A:  We’ve looked into the effects of bleach usage …

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Oct 21

Posted to Bleach Facts, Disinfect, Laundry Basics, Laundry Products, Stains by Dr. Laundry 0

Cleaning an In-ground Pool

Q:  I have an in-ground pool and was told that putting Clorox® Regular-Bleach in the water would help prevent algae during the winter. Is this true, and if so, how much would I need if my pool holds 33,000 gallons …

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Oct 19

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Disinfecting Laundry

Q: How would I kill Staphylococci bacteria, Pseudomonas Aeruginosa, and MRSA on scrubs? A:  To disinfect laundry in a standard clothes washer (deep fill, top loading) add ¾ cup Clorox® Regular-Bleach for a regular load (and up to 1 ¼ …

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Oct 12

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