Answer: Both our Lysol Multi-Surface Cleaner and All Purpose Cleaner sanitize and disinfect surfaces. Our Multi-Surface cleaner is a pourable cleaner that can be used directly on stains for spot cleaning, or diluted in water, and is ideal for use on large surfaces like floors.
The main different between the two is that they don't both clean every surface in your house. However, one might clean more surfaces than the other will. The All-Purpose Cleaner can actually be used to mop floors, clean counter-tops, stoves, refrigerators, and even coffee tables and end-tables.
This cleaner is a versatile disinfectant that works on a wide range of hard, non-porous surfaces. From kitchen counters and door handles to hardwood floors and light switches to bathroom surfaces like sinks, tubs and tile. Lysol multi-surface cleaner is versatile enough to disinfect even when diluted.
What does a multi-purpose cleaner do? Well, in short, an all-purpose cleaner is designed to be used on many different surfaces and for a variety of cleaning tasks around the house.
The Truth About Disinfectants
The first vital piece of information is that a cleaner does not disinfect, nor does a disinfectant clean. This means that if you whip out your all-purpose cleaner to kill those nasty bathroom germs, you haven't actually done anything.
Many all-purpose cleaners also disinfect surfaces, but once you touch the surface bacteria begins to grow immediately.
Does all purpose cleaner kill germs? Your everyday all purpose cleaner won't kill germs. It's made to tackle dirt, grease, grime, and dust, but it won't kill germs or viruses that cause illnesses.
How and where to use Lysol multi-surface cleaner to kill 99.9% of germs. This cleaner is a versatile disinfectant that works on a wide range of hard, non-porous surfaces.
* It contains no abrasives or bleach and has the ability to remove soap scum, lime scale and hard water stains on restroom fixtures. Cleans, shines, disinfects, deodorizes and controls growth of mold and mildew.
Yes, you can spray Lysol on upholstery, carpet, curtains, bedding etc..kills germs, smells great.
To use Lysol or another liquid-based disinfectant in the laundry, add about ¾ cup to one cup of the product. For larger loads or heavily soiled loads, use a full cup, while smaller loads only require 3/4 cup. Add the disinfectant just as you would add bleach or color-safe bleach to the laundry.
Glass. While an all-purpose cleaner can be used to clean glass, it won't perform as well as a dedicated glass cleaner.
In general, all of experts say you shouldn't mix any two cleaning products together because they can cause harmful reactions.
Cleaning your bedsheets and pillowcases
You should make sure you use a laundry sanitizer such as Lysol® Laundry Sanitizer, which kills 99.9% of bacteria and is gentle on even the softest of fabrics.
Lysol® Disinfecting Wipes do not contain ammonia or bleach. Rinsing after use is only necessary when used on food contact surfaces and items that children may place in their mouths.
Sanitizing kills bacteria on surfaces using chemicals. It is not intended to kill viruses. Yes, EPA registers products that sanitize. Disinfecting kills viruses and bacteria on surfaces using chemicals.
Cleaning – removes dirt, dust and other soils from surfaces. Sanitizing – removes bacteria from surfaces. Disinfecting – kills harmful bacteria and viruses from surfaces. Sterilizing – kills all microorganisms from surfaces.
Lysol® All-Purpose Cleaner eliminates viruses, bacteria, soap scum, and tough grease. Lysol® All-Purpose Cleaner can be used throughout your home on surfaces such as: Household: Walls.
To clean and sanitize:
Pour half bottle as marked on the side panel directly into washing machine. Do not add detergent or laundry. Run the empty machine on hot setting.
The active ingredients in the spray need time to work. Drying times for specific viruses are listed on the container. Remember, if you are spraying surfaces that might end up in a mouth, they must be rinsed with clean water after the Lysol spray has dried.
Misusing Lysol disinfecting spray
“Lysol spray is a disinfectant — it's designed for use on surfaces,” said Joe Rubino, director of research and development for microbiology at Reckitt Benckiser, Lysol's parent company. “It is not meant to be used on the body, whether it be humans or pets.
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.
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.
Laundry disinfectants, like Lysol Laundry Sanitizer and Clorox Laundry Sanitizer, are products that are designed to kill certain bacteria on fabrics when used in washing machines.