Lysol claims you can use All-Purpose Cleaner for cleaning or disinfecting your hardwood floor without any damage to the wood. The company says you can also use Lysol Clean & Fresh Multi-surface Cleaner for non-porous hardwood surfaces.
A mixture of 1 part Chlorine Bleach, (Clorox) to 32 parts water (½ cup bleach per gallon of water, or 4 teaspoons bleach per quart of water) will need to sit on surfaces for 5-10 minutes in order to disinfect them. We found this did not harm either of our wood finishes.
Lysol disinfecting wipes are specially formulated to be safe on most finished wood surfaces such as cabinets, tables, and floors. However, they aren't recommended for untreated, unpainted, or unfinished porous wood surfaces. It's always best to do a quick spot test before applying wipes to your wood furniture.
Yes, you can spray Lysol on upholstery, carpet, curtains, bedding etc..kills germs, smells great.
Sometimes you can take a very lightly alchohol dampened cloth and gently, very gently wipe over the area. Don't press into the wood and don't stay in one spot too long. You can also try a heat source like a hair dryer.
When you're doing a DIY woodworking project, it's a good idea to start with a fresh, clean surface. But whatever you do, if you're working with untreated wood, don't use a Clorox wipe to clear off dust and dirt. Because untreated or unpainted wood is porous, disinfectant wipes can leave it with a big, ugly stain.
It's easy to disinfect your doorknobs, and you can do this using a disinfecting spray or wipe. We would recommend Lysol® Disinfectant Spray and Lysol® Disinfecting Wipes. They kill 99.9% of viruses, bacteria and fungi, including eight cold and flu viruses when used as directed on hard surfaces.
The Microban 24 Multi-Purpose Cleaner was thoroughly tested to be able to be used on a variety of non-kitchen, hard and soft surfaces, including plastic, upholstery, painted wood, sealed wood, painted surfaces, stainless steel, aluminum, glazed porcelain, glazed ceramic, sealed granite and marble, Formica® and Corian®.
Sanitisers that contain abrasives, ammonia, bleach, spirit or other aggressive chemicals will all corrode the lacquer and so ruin the table top.
Rubbing alcohol, also called isopropyl alcohol, poses a hazard to most wood furniture finishes. Even in small quantities, such as spatter drops, rubbing alcohol does more than leave a stain on wood. The alcohol acts as a solvent, destroying wood furniture finishes on contact.
The directions indicate that they are safe for finished wood surfaces, but to test first in an inconspicuous area, so make sure you do that first before using them on any new wood surfaces. (You may also want to check out these wood furniture cleaner and polish reviews though, to use instead.)
DEEP CLEANING
Ideally you'll want to use a detergent designed for cleaning wood. A simple solution of half a cup of distilled white vinegar, half a cup of warm water and a teaspoon of mild dish detergent like Dawn will also do the trick.
The use of bleach can cause several types of discolorations on both bare and finished wood. If the wood is bare, any discolorations that may appear can usually be corrected either chemically or by physically removing the discolored wood.
Using Lysol Safely
Lysol Max Cover Disinfectant Mist can be sprayed onto pillows, mattresses and other bedding materials. Allow the bedding to dry completely before contact with skin.
Hold the can upright 6-8 inches from the surface and spray from 3-4 seconds until covered. Let surface remain wet for 3 minutes to disinfect. Apply to items that can bring germs into your home such as shoes, backpacks, coats and packages. Also use on soft surfaces such as couches, pillows and mattresses.
After you have let the product sit, wipe up the product with a dry paper towel, discard and allow air drying to do the rest. Do not rinse your counter with soap and water because this may remove the sanitizer. Finish the process by washing your hands.
It can be used on a variety of hard, non-food-contact surfaces such as doorknobs, light switches and stair railings. It can also be used on soft surfaces such as couches, backpacks and coats. When used as directed, effective against Staphylococcus aureus & Enterobacter aerogenes bacteria for 24 hours.
Once I have the sheets in the washer, I like to lightly spray the mattress with Microban 24 Sanitizing Spray. You can use the disinfectant spray on both hard and soft surfaces! The spray goes on without any offensive odors and dries quickly.
Here are the directions to disinfect with our favorite Microban Sanitizing Spray: Only use on hard, non-porous surfaces (not soft toys, upholstery, or carpet).
Antibacterial wipes can damage wooden surfaces; there are no two ways to say it. “Any kind of wood flooring or furniture you own should not be cleaned with antibacterial wipes,” explains licensed health coach Jamie Bacharach. This is because the porous wood can absorb the liquid from the wipes, damaging it.
Mix a tablespoon of vinegar into a spray bottle containing a few ounces of water, then squirt the solution onto the affected area, wiping away with a damp cloth. Wipe the cleaned area with a dry cloth afterward to keep the moisture from soaking into the wood.