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Effectiveness of Oxygen Bleach As a Disinfectant

While shopping at the supermarket, you will encounter a lot of oxygen bleach products. Why has oxygen bleach become popular, when once it was not even commercialized? Oxygen bleach acts by releasing oxygen to remove stains and dirt and to disinfect, as it is rich in antibacterial properties.

  1. Types

    • There are three types of oxygen bleach available on the market: hydrogen peroxide, sodium perborate and sodium percarbonate. The latter two are available in powder form. All of these can be used on various materials, given their strength and reactions.

    Considerations

    • An oxygen bleach like hydrogen peroxide works best in hot water. Because it is active as a disinfectant and antibacterial agent, oxygen bleach is a good way to sterilize. In the kitchen, you can dilute it in hot water to clean your utensils. It works by breaking down and releasing oxygen. Also known as peroxide bleach, it is effective without being harmful to the environment.

    Disinfectant

    • If someone is sick in your household or you suspect bacterial accumulation in your refrigerator, you can use diluted oxygen bleach to get rid of any viruses or existing bacteria.

    Household Applications

    • Your mattresses or carpet padding can develop mold and mildew and become difficult to clean. Water storage containers can also develop viruses and spread disease. Use a 3 percent hydrogen peroxide solution for cleaning. Oxygen bleach is less dangerous than chlorine bleach, and is frequently preferred and used by laundries, cleaning services, carpet cleaners, dry cleaners and people at home.

    Floor Cleaning

    • Use diluted oxygen bleach to clean floors. Oxygen bleach is less reactive than chlorine bleach, making it safer and ideal for use at home for floors, bathrooms, linens and utensils.

    Homemade Oxygen Bleach

    • You can also make your own oxygen bleach with distilled water, baking soda and 3 percent hydrogen peroxide. You can make distilled water by collecting steam, letting it cool and liquefy, and pouring it into a bottle. Mix the baking soda in and then the hydrogen peroxide. Use the mixture in a spray bottle.

    Precautions

    • While working with oxygen bleach, be careful not mix it with acidic substances like lemon juice or vinegar, which could release toxic gas. Keep your face averted during use, as inhaling fumes could irritate your skin or respiratory system.

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