How to Disinfect Kids' Toys
Children's toys are a haven for germ and bacteria growth which can spread quickly throughout your house often resulting in illness for your family. Keep the ones in your home clean and your child healthy by following these easy steps to disinfect kids toys. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Wash hard, plastic toys in mild soap and water with a scrub brush. Rinse well. Then, soak the toys in a mild bleach solution (1 tbsp. bleach to each gallon of water) for 10 to 20 minutes to disinfect them. Rinse well in clean water and allow the toys to dry.
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Use a dishwasher to disinfect plastic or other dishwasher-safe toys. Because of the high heat in the machine, they do not need a bleach solution.
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Disinfect stuffed or cloth toys in a regular washer and dryer. Wash them at least once each week with a mild detergent.
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Clean tables, large toys or play areas with a mild bleach solution and sponge or rag. Mix 1 tbsp. bleach with 1 gallon of water. Wash the surface area taking care to reach the crevices and hidden spots. Rinse with a sponge and clean water and let dry.
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Tips & Warnings
Use a bin to store dirty toys for cleaning and disinfecting. Once the item has become soiled, place it in the bin (away from children) so it stays out of the play area.
Do not share infant and toddler's toys. Because they are often placed in the mouth, they these toys carry and spread germs and infection easily.
