Coronavirus: Want to disinfect your UAE home? Read this

Disinfecting your home can help fight the spread of COVID-19

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Huda Tabrez, Living in UAE Editor, Living in UAE Editor
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The disinfection drive may have ended, but you can keep your home regularly sanitised.
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Cleaning vs disinfection - know the difference
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Cleaning only removes dirt and impurities, and does not necessarily kill the germs.
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Disinfecting refers to killing germs.
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Both done together can lower the risk of spreading infection.
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How do I kill germs?
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Look at the disinfectant label.
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The label also provides method of use, which is important to follow.
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1. Soap and water
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Soap and water are most effective in structurally breaking down the virus.
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2. Household bleach
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3. Ethyl alcohol
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4. Disinfectant wipes
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How to dilute disinfectant solution
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Option 2: Household bleach
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How to dilute bleach
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Option 3: Rubbing alcohol
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Get the right cleaning products
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Take your time - leaving the solution on the surface is necessary.
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Clean, then disinfect
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Always wear gloves
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Clean high-touch surfaces regularly
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How to clean gadgets
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How to clean soft, porous surfaces.
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How to disinfect clothes
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Wear gloves when you handle laundry.
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Don't shake clothes while handling them.
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Set the machine to the warmest appropriate setting.
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Don't forget the laundry basket
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How to disinfect dishes and utensils
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Don't forget the corners
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