Many of us look for safer alternatives to bleach, especially when it comes to disinfecting countertops and surfaces in places like the bathroom. And while white vinegar has been hailed as a biodegradable and disinfecting ingredient here at Do Just One Thing, it’s not strong enough to kill tough bacterial strains like staphylococcus. If you want to truly disinfect, use a vinegar/water solution as a general cleaner and spray hydrogen peroxide after the first clean. This is an antimicrobial approach that can be just as effective as bleach.
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