Light switches and door handles are among the most touched surfaces in any home – and among the least cleaned.
- Spray a microfiber cloth with an all-purpose disinfectant. Never spray directly onto electrical switches.
- Wipe each switch plate, paying attention to the area around the switch itself where oils accumulate.
- Wipe each door handle and knob on both sides, including the backplate.
- For textured switch plates, use a cotton swab for crevices.
This takes under 5 minutes for a whole house. During cold and flu season, do this daily.