Cómo proteger tu salud eliminando gérmenes, bacterias y virus

Matar gérmenes es nuestra especialidad. Aprende a usar soluciones desinfectantes de Clorox para ayudar a combatir la propagación de bacterias y virus en tu hogar y al viajar.

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Germs & Bacteria Cleaning Tips

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    Clean the surface first, then disinfect, because dirt and grease get in the way of the disinfectant.

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    Look for an EPA-registered disinfectant and check its label for the organisms it is proven against.

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    Keep the surface visibly wet for the full contact time on the label, then let it air dry.

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    Disinfect hard, nonporous surfaces and sanitize soft ones like fabric, following the label for each.

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    Never mix bleach with ammonia, vinegar or other cleaners, since the combination releases harmful fumes.

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What Actually Kills Germs on Surfaces?

Discover which household methods are proven to kill germs and which only clean, from bleach and alcohol to hot water, vinegar and dish soap, so you know what to reach for and when.

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Germs & Bacteria Cleaning How-To Guides

What Kills Germs — the Basics

Does Bleach Kill It?

Germs in Laundry & Fabrics

High-Touch Surfaces & Everyday Items

Outbreaks & Specific Viruses

Germ-Killing Cleaners From Clorox™

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. When used as directed for disinfection, bleach can kill many types of germs, including bacteria and viruses, on hard, nonporous surfaces. Learn more about how bleach kills germs, bacteria and viruses.

Germs is a general term for microorganisms that can cause illness, including bacteria, viruses and fungi. Bacteria are one type of germ, which is why disinfectant labels list the specific organisms a product is approved to kill.