by Billie Nicholson | Feb 21, 2017 | Adhesive bandages, Disinfectant
These are all items that every household should have on hand. They have many uses. Rubbing alcohol (isopropyl alcohol or isopropanol) has been around since the 1920’s. Exxon Oil Company created it when they were looking for something they could use from gas...
by Billie Nicholson | Nov 13, 2016 | 72-Hour Kit, Disinfectant, hand sanitizers
Hand washing is an easy way to prevent infection. It only requires soap and water or an alcohol based hand sanitizer – a cleanser that doesn’t require water. As you touch people, surfaces and objects throughtout a day, you accumulate germs on your hands. As you...
by Billie Nicholson | Sep 17, 2016 | Bleach, Disinfectant
Bleach Bleach is a chemical that whitens clothes, removes stains and disinfects surfaces. The bleaching process has been know for a thousand years, but the chemicals used today for bleaching are based on chlorine. Sodium hypochlorite is the most used liquid and...
by Paul Eident | May 19, 2015 | Disinfectant, home safety
Do you have a problem with mold and mildew in your home? What can clean up mold and mildew without using harsh chemicals? Some natural household items can be used to clean up the moldy mess, but first determine what is causing the problem. Check for plumbing leaks...
by Paul Eident | Mar 16, 2015 | Bleach, Disinfectant, First Aid, fungicides, Preparedness, Water Storage and Purification
Created in the 1800’s French Chemist and pharmacist, Antoine-Germain Labarraque, is credited with formulating a solution of sodium hypochlorite (commonly called bleach) widely used as a disinfectant and deodorizer. In 1824, he was called to the death bed of King...
