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Disinfecting Tips

Some germs can live on surfaces for days. A few simple disinfecting tips can help protect your family by stopping the spread of these germs.

Instructions for Commonly-Used LYSOL® Products

LYSOL® Disinfecting Spray

To disinfect (kill germs on hard surfaces):

  • For pre-cleaned surfaces: Hold can upright 6"-8" from surface. Spray 2 to 3 seconds until covered with mist. Allow to stand for 10 minutes to air dry.
  • For hard non-porous food contact surfaces: Spray until covered with mist, let stand for 10 minutes, then rinse toys and food contact surfaces with potable water.

To control and prevent mold and mildew and their odors:

  • Spray pre-cleaned surface until covered with mist.
  • Allow surface to remain wet for 10 minutes.
  • Let air dry.
  • Repeat application in weekly intervals or when mold and mildew growth appears.
  • Do not use on polished wood, painted surfaces, leather, rayon fabrics, or acrylic plastics. Do not use on silk, rayon acetate, or satin fabrics.

LYSOL® Disinfecting Wipes

To disinfect hard non-porous, non-food-contact surfaces:

  • Pre-clean surface.
  • Use enough fresh wipes to thoroughly wet surfaces.
  • Allow surface to remain wet for 10 minutes.
  • Allow surface to air dry.
  • Toss dirty wipes away.

LYSOL® Disinfecting All-Purpose and Bathroom Cleaners

To disinfect:

  • Pre-clean surface.
  • Hold container 6"-8" from surface apply until thoroughly wet.
  • Leave product on surface for 10 minutes then wipe.
  • Rinse after use on surfaces that come in contact with food.

For mold and mildew control on nonporous surfaces:

  • Spray on pre-cleaned surface until thoroughly wet.
  • Allow surface to remain wet for 3 minutes.
  • Let air dry.
  • Repeat application at weekly intervals or when mold and mildew growth appears.