Haberler.com – April 17, 2020
What should be considered so that asthmatic and allergic children are not affected by this cleaning? Pediatric Allergy and Immunology Specialist Prof. Dr. Ahmet Akcay explained.
The coronavirus epidemic continues to be an important health problem in Turkey as well as all over the world. So, how should we clean our house these days when we don’t leave the house unless it is necessary?
What is disinfection?
When it comes to disinfection; Cleaning with chemicals that remove or kill disease-causing microorganisms on living or inanimate surfaces should come to mind. Bleach is often used for disinfection of floors.
What kind of cleaning is recommended at home to protect from coronavirus?
The Ministry of Health has published a guide against coronavirus and this guide is updated frequently. In this guide; Recommended products for surface cleaning and disinfection and their properties are also included. Before cleaning, ventilate the room to be cleaned for a while. After airing, start cleaning. According to the Ministry of Health’s coronavirus 19 guide; It is reported that cleaning floors and walls with chlorine-free hydrogen peroxide is sufficient. It has been reported to be advantageous due to its low odor, non-toxicity, detergent properties, excellent cleaning properties and environmental friendliness. Cleaning agents containing hydrogen peroxide; It has been reported that it can be harmful to surfaces containing acrylic, zinc or copper. Before using bleach, it will be useful to check whether the expiration date has passed and not to use it if it has passed.
How should laundry be washed?
Do not shake dirty laundry when you take it in your hand. You can cause viruses to spread around. Try to wash the laundry at as high a temperature as possible. If possible, try to wash at 60 degrees. You can wipe the baskets you use to carry the laundry with bleach containing hydrogen peroxide. If you have allergic rhinitis and asthma at home, do not use odoriferous fabric softener.
How to clean carpets and curtains?
As far as possible, for soft (porous) surfaces such as carpeted floors, carpets and curtains, any visible contamination should be removed and cleaned with suitable cleaners specified for use on these surfaces. If the items are washable, it is necessary to wash the items according to the manufacturer’s instructions, using the hottest water setting for the items, and then dry the items completely.
