How Do You Make A Bleach & Water Cleaning Solution?
Household bleach is one of the least expensive and most commonly accessible disinfectants available. Mixing different ratios of bleach to water creates solutions that provide a barrier against illnesses as minor as the common cold and as severe as a staph infection or MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus). Although a greater concentration of bleach is warranted in extreme circumstances, such as cleanup following a flood, only a small amount is required to sanitize most nonporous household surfaces, such as countertops, cutting boards or door handles. Clean the surface to be sanitized so it is free of visible dirt and debris. Fill a bucket with warm or hot water, and note the amount of water collected. Add 1 tbsp. bleach per gallon of water in the bucket. Dip a sponge or cloth in the bleach solution, then wipe it across all areas of the surface to be sanitized. Allow the solution to stand at least two minutes. Let the surface air dry, or dry it with a clean towel.
