Like almost anything, cleaning products don’t last forever. But do they actually spoil or do they just lose their effectiveness? We take a brief look at the risks of using degraded cleaning products and how to avoid using cleaning products that no longer clean properly.
Shelf Life
Unlike food, the issue with most cleaning products is not that they spoil, but that they will lose their efficacy. This becomes a hygiene risk when it comes to products you use on, say, kitchen surfaces. This is because the product may have lost the ability to kill germs, so if you then prepare food on a surface that has not been cleaned effectively, it can be a risk to your health. Additionally, some natural cleaning products that are made without preservatives, may actually spoil, and will have a shorter shelf life to begin with. If the product has changed in smell or consistency, then this is a clue that it has gone past its shelf life.
Ensuring Efficacy
You can ensure longer efficacy and freshness of cleaning supplies by storing them in a cool and dry cupboard. Remember to close lids properly and turn off the spray function if there is one. You can also enjoy longer efficacy by buying higher quality products. For quality products that have a longer shelf life, go to an established janitorial supplier Swindon such as https://simplehygienesolutions.co.uk/janitorial-equipment-supplier-near-me/swindon/. The easiest way to maintain cleaning effectiveness is to use products regularly; if you are using a surface cleaner every day, it will run out before there is any loss in efficacy. A good storage system for cleaning products will also ensure that nothing gets lost at the back of a cupboard.
As you can see, the shelf life of cleaning products is a bigger concern when you don’t use a product regularly, or when it comes to disinfectants that are used in food preparation or high touch areas. Proper storage, regular use, and buying quality products are the key ways you can ensure that the products you use will be effective.
