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Disinfect Your Furniture
How to Clean and Disinfect Used Furniture

Wipe down used furniture with a rag dipped in disinfectant cleaner to remove any germs, grease or grime.

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After spraying my item with bug spray, I make sure to wipe it down with a good disinfectant. You can use a variety of disinfectant cleaners or create your own, such as a solution of vinegar and water. For items with unidentified stains, odors or any kind of sticky residue, I suggest using an extra strength disinfectant cleanser.

You can use:

  • disinfectant wipes
  • disinfectant aerosol spray
  • disinfectant spray wiped down with a rag

Use products that are safe for the type of furniture. For example, if your item is a silk upholstered chair, you may not want to douse it with disinfectant spray.

For more information on properly cleaning and caring for certain kinds of furniture, refer to:

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