How To Disinfect Couch After Flu

After someone in your home has been sick with the flu, it's crucial to disinfect your couch to prevent the spread of germs. The flu virus can live on surfaces for up to 48 hours, so it's essential to clean and disinfect thoroughly. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to do it.

Gather your supplies.

You will need the following supplies:

A vacuum cleaner with an upholstery attachment
A bucket of warm water
A sponge or cloth
A disinfectant cleaner
A pair of rubber gloves

Vacuum the couch.

Using the vacuum cleaner with an upholstery attachment, thoroughly vacuum the couch to remove any loose dirt or debris. Be sure to get into all the nooks and crannies.

Wipe down the couch with a disinfectant cleaner.

Wearing rubber gloves, dampen a sponge or cloth with the disinfectant cleaner and wipe down all surfaces of the couch. Be sure to get into all the nooks and crannies. Allow the disinfectant cleaner to sit on the couch for the amount of time specified on the product label.

Rinse the couch with water.

Dampen a sponge or cloth with plain water and wipe down the couch to remove any residual disinfectant cleaner. Allow the couch to air dry completely.

Additional tips.

Here are a few additional tips for disinfecting your couch after the flu:

If the couch is upholstered in a delicate fabric, test the disinfectant cleaner in an inconspicuous area first to make sure it doesn't damage the fabric.
If the couch is heavily soiled, you may need to repeat the cleaning and disinfecting process.
To prevent the spread of germs, wash your hands thoroughly after cleaning and disinfecting the couch.