Rubbing alcohol is a good disinfectant to kill germs and viruses lying around the house when you are deep cleaning. It is cheap and accessible anywhere. Professional cleaners even us it to clean your countertops, toilets, and even personal gadgets like your cellphone. Although it is commonly used everywhere, there are certain dangers that go with it.
Here are some things to keep in mind before using a rubbing alcohol:
(1) Rubbing alcohol and bleach do not go together
Just because rubbing alcohol and bleach are both used for deep cleaning, it does not mean that they are a perfect match.
Rubbing alcohol contains ethanol and isopropyl that causes chloroform when mixed with bleach. Chloroform is a toxic compound that is harmful to your body when inhaled. It is better to read or seek advice from professional cleaners about the substances that cannot be mixed with alcohol before using them.
(2) Rubbing alcohol can catch fire
It is widely known that alcohol is flammable. Avoid using it near open flames in your house. Make sure that nobody is smoking or keep it away from the kitchen before using it. Children can also play with it, so it is best to keep it out of reach from them.
(3) Rubbing alcohol needs air
A ventilated area is important when using substances with isopropyl. It creates harmful fumes that are dangerous to your health. Make sure that you are using it in a place with open windows in order to prevent inhaling the fumes and making it a health risk while you are deep cleaning the house.
(4) Rubbing alcohol cannot be used on specific materials
Although it is effective in killing germs and bacteria, there are certain surfaces that rubbing alcohol cannot be used on.The ethanol in it can destroy finished or varnished furniture and surfaces. The other ingredientwhich is isopropyl is effective in removing stains in some fabrics.
However, applying it on materials like wool and silk can cause damage. Keep in mind that although it’s a good cleaning agent, it’s not applicable to everything at home.
A cleaning service company uses the right amount of alcohol to keep its disinfecting ability. It should be between 60%-90% concentration. An amount below that will not make it effective.
(5) Rubbing alcohol is not good for your skin
It is common to see alcohol being used for sterilization and sanitization. Although it’s good for disinfecting, it should not be used to clean wounds or apply it on a dry or sunburned skin. It can prevent them from healing quickly and cause skin irritation.
(6) Rubbing alcohol is not safe internally
Alcohol is never safe to consume. It can poison you and cause serious health damage. It is also not safe to keep it anywhere in the house. Instead, keep it away from children to avoid accidents. Find a proper storage for dangerous substances like rubbing alcohol where only you and other adults can access them.
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