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  • DIY Simple Alternative to Lysol Disinfectant Spray

    DIY Simple Alternative to Lysol Disinfectant Spray

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    Kill germs with this easy to make and affordable DIY disinfectant spray. With Lysol more difficult to find than Waldo, this homemade disinfecting spray is one solution to clean and disinfectant your home which is so important right now.

    Why a Disinfectant Spray?

    Probably in no time in history are people more aware of germs and the need to disinfect. The vast majority of us are very conscious of what we are touching, who we come across, and the need to not bring invisible “friends” home with us. Even with the most strict protocols used it is still possible to crosscontaminate germs picked up from point A and transport them to point B. While I have joked many times that I have a strong immune system due to NOT washing hands as often as I should and swimming in less-than-clean rivers, I’m making serious efforts to keep my place as germ-free as possible.

    Enter: DIY Disinfectant Spray

    Uses

    Disinfection of all kinds of items can be done with this spray. Examples include toys, doorknobs, cabinet and drawer handles, couches and recliners, steering wheels, car seats, sink knobs, light switches, doorway entrance, etc.

    This spray can also be used to disinfect hands. A few sprays to wet the hands thoroughly and then spread the mixture rubbing hands together while it evaporates very similar to using hand sanitizer.

     

    Recipe

    This is very simple to make. It is important that the amount of alcohol in the recipe be above 60% in order to effectively kill germs.

     

    Materials Needed:

    180 Proof Everclear Grain Alcohol(95% alcohol)

    Water – distilled or boiled

    Essential Oil of your choice for scent(optional)

    Spray Bottle

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    Instructions:

    These instructions are for 8 ounces of 70%+ alcohol spray sanitizer. Adjust recipe as needed based on the size of your spray bottle.

    1. Pour 3/4 cup of 180 proof Everclear in measuring cup.
    2. Pour Everclear into spray bottle being careful not to spill.
    3. Pour 1/4 cup water into measuring cup.
    4. Add water to spray bottle.
    5. Add essential oils to bottle for frangrance.
    6. Shake to mix contents.

    I found that with the peppermint essential oils I tried only 6 drops in about 15 ounces provided enough scent, but, you’ll have to see for yourself. Lavender is a good essential oil to use as well as peppermint.

     

    Notes:

    • Store in an airtight container otherwise the alcohol will evaporate and the efficacy could be reduced.
    • Do not use vodka as the percentage of alcohol is too low.
    • High percentile rubbing alcohol can be used, however, at the time of this writing, it is not available in most locations.
    • DO NOT USE NEAR A FLAME!!! VERY FLAMMABLE!!

     

    Stay safe everyone!!

     

  • Wuhan Coronavirus Update

    Wuhan Coronavirus Update

    The streets in Wuhan, China remain almost completely absent of both human and vehicle traffic. Supplies are drying up and over 60 million people remain quarantined. The numbers coming out of China are daunting at best and likely understated. Being a communist country China is well known for manipulating the truth. Evidence suggests the virus is much worse than being publicized.

    Currently, there are 14,652 cases worldwide(23 countries) and 305 deaths. Many of the worlds leading infectious disease experts suggest that Wuhan Coronavirus will likely become a pandemic. Time will tell. Reports are this virus is much more contagious than the flu virus, however, the lethality is still to be determined.

    With 8 total cases so far in the United States and only one who has not visited China there is a reason for concern, but not worry. At least not yet. The next few weeks will really shed some light on the significance of this virus.

    How many cases will develop in the US? Deaths?

    Will infected patients be found in your city or town? If so, how did they contract the virus?

    Keep prepping my friends. If the Wuhan coronavirus turns into a serious problem in the US taking a few steps now may make all the difference.

    Rourke