Proper disinfection of surfaces and hands, both at home and in the office, is extremely important for your health. Choosing the right disinfectants helps you effectively eliminate germs and stay safe every day. Wondering which disinfectant to choose? In this article, we explain how to make the best choice.
Why Is Disinfection Important in Fall and Winter?
Fall and winter are the seasons when the risk of catching infections such as the flu and colds increases. During this time, we spend more time indoors, which encourages germs to spread. Disinfecting surfaces such as door handles, kitchen countertops, and desks helps limit the spread of viruses and bacteria at home and at work. Using the right disinfectants, such as TENZI products, can significantly reduce the risk of catching airborne illnesses during the fall and winter season.
Spot Cleaning: Ready-to-Use Products
At home and in smaller spaces, ready-to-use disinfectants are often the most effective. They can be used to disinfect both hard surfaces and skin. ALCOVIREX – an all-purpose antiviral liquid for disinfecting hands and hard surfaces. Its versatility makes it excellent for everyday use at home.
DE-ZAL – an antibacterial hand sanitizer that doesn’t need to be rinsed off. Its effectiveness is confirmed by scientific research, including action against coronaviruses, making it an ideal solution for use away from home. SAPONE DEZ EXTRA – an antibacterial soap for washing and disinfecting – cleans and eliminates bacteria at the same time. Perfect for everyday hand hygiene.
DS-1 GT – a neutral product for quickly disinfecting various surfaces, including food-contact surfaces. It works in just 1 minute, killing bacteria and some fungi. WC-TOALEX – a ready-to-use antibacterial gel restroom cleaner based on active chlorine. It removes organic dirt and also works as a bleaching agent.
Large-Scale Disinfection: Concentrates for Large Areas
For larger areas such as production halls, warehouses, offices, or large commercial kitchens, it’s worth choosing concentrates that are effective and efficient even against heavy soiling. All of the products listed below have both antifungal and antibacterial action. GRAN QAT – a chemically neutral concentrate with a wide range of uses, including food service. It’s gentle on the surfaces being washed. The concentrate is dermatologically tested.
GRAN DEZ 2008 – an acidic concentrate for washing and disinfecting machinery and food-contact surfaces. It removes dirt such as limescale and rust, and is highly effective in industrial settings thanks to its strong descaling power.
GRAN ALKA DEZ – an alkaline, chlorine-free concentrate for removing organic dirt from food-contact surfaces. It’s ideal for removing heavier fat and protein soiling without leaving any odor on surfaces. GRAN CLOR 2006 – an alkaline concentrate based on active chlorine that effectively removes mold and other organic dirt. It also has bleaching and virucidal action.
How to Choose a Disinfectant
Choosing a disinfectant can be tricky, so it’s worth considering a few points that will help you decide.
- Surface Type
Make sure the product you choose is suitable for the surface you want to disinfect. For example, using a chlorine-based product on a delicate surface may damage it, so always check exactly what a given product is intended for. Products such as DS-1 GT are safe on food-contact surfaces, while WC-TOALEX is ideal for restroom surfaces.
- Spectrum of Activity
Disinfectants differ in their spectrum of activity: there are bactericidal, virucidal, and fungicidal products. Some products combine several effects. For example, GRAN DEZ 2008 works against both bacteria and fungi, but it has no antiviral properties.
- Contact Time
An active ingredient’s effectiveness depends on how long it stays in contact with the surface. For example, GRAN ALKA DEZ needs 5 minutes to kill bacteria, but 15 minutes to destroy fungi.
- Type of Use
In offices or at home, it’s best to choose ready-to-use products such as ALCOVIREX or DE-ZAL, which act quickly and don’t require rinsing. In a production hall, however, a concentrate for preparing a solution is a better fit, with the concentration depending on your needs and the type of dirt or contamination.
Stay Safe with TENZI Products
Choosing the right disinfectant helps you effectively eliminate germs and keep users safe. TENZI brand disinfection products are an excellent solution for both homes and commercial spaces. We offer a wide range of high-quality cleaning and disinfecting products with proven biocidal action that meet the highest safety requirements. Whether you need ready-to-use products or concentrates for larger areas, you’ll find disinfection products in the TENZI range that suit your exact needs. Take care of your safety and your family’s safety today with TENZI!
Recommended Products
- DS1 GT – fast-acting surface disinfectant, 1 L
- GRAN QAT GT – surface cleaner and disinfectant, 1 L
- Gran Qat – concentrated surface cleaner and disinfectant
- Gran Clor 2006 – chlorine-based cleaner and disinfectant.
See all products: Cleaning Chemicals. You’ll find the safety data sheet and product data sheet for every cleaning product on our safety data sheets page.
