Keeping Your Space Clean
How do you prevent the spread of germs?
As a student, it can be hard to find time to clean but cleaning for 30 minutes once a week is very manageable. By cleaning the household items listed once a week, this will help prevent the spread of germs from The Nasty 9 to you.
If your living space stays clean, it can lower your risk of getting sick and having to miss out on important classes. By using the cleaning products that are highlighted, you can prevent contracting bacteria such as coliform, mould, yeast, E. coli, and staph, all of which can be found in the household items listed. Some of these bacteria can cause diarrhea, vomiting, and fever.
So, don’t procrastinate cleaning your room!
The Nasty 9
These are the places where germs are most likely to build up. Pay extra attention to these areas!
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Cleaning Products to Use
Find what works from you! Options are available if you’re looking for a cheap product, something more environmentally friendly or a DIY project.
Glass / Surface Cleaner
What is the purpose?
Great for removing finger prints
Can be used to clean and disinfect most surfaces
What brand should I buy?
Standard: Windex (purchase at Loblaws or on Amazon.ca)
Environmentally friendly: Green Works Glass and Surface Cleaner
How can I make my own?
Combine 2 cups water and 2 tbsp vinegar
Optional: Add 10 drops of lemon, orange, or grapefruit essential oil (helps to cut out the vinegar smell)
Put combined ingredients in a spray bottle
Multipurpose Cleaner
What is the purpose?
Can be used to clean sinks, showers, toilets, counters
Very good at disinfecting
What brand should I buy?
Standard: Lysol All-Purpose Cleaner / Pine-Sol / Comet
Environmentally friendly: Seventh Generation Hard Surface Cleaner (available on Amazon)
How can I make my own?
Combine ½ cup vinegar, 2 cups water, 1 tsp castile soap
Optional: Add 20 drops of essential oil (helps to cut out the vinegar smell)
Put combined ingredients in a spray bottle
Bleach or Ammonia
What is the purpose?
A great product to clean your floors.
Safety Tips
Do not mix bleach with any other household cleaners.
Wear rubber gloves when using bleach.
Make sure you carefully read the safety label before using.
Sponges / Towels
What is the purpose?
Very good at helping you clean your spaces.
Top Tip:
Sponges and towels are prone to bacteria. Wash your towels frequently and microwave your sponges for 1 minute to clean.
