“Sneeze particles with virus are going to last a lot longer on a desktop than on somebody’s clothing.”
- Place soiled clothes worn by a person infected with coronavirus directly into the washing machine, avoiding mixing with others in the laundry basket.
- Always wear an apron while doing laundry to protect the clothes being worn.
- Wear a mask if coughing or sneezing.
- Launder clothes at 60 degrees Celsius or higher for optimal cleanliness.
- Consider adding an extra rinse cycle for added effectiveness.
- Allow extra time for clothes to dry in the dryer.
- Iron clothes, particularly with warm steam, for added benefit.
- Avoid wearing delicate garments that cannot withstand temperatures above 60 degrees Celsius.
- Quarantine clothes if immediate washing is not possible upon entering the house.
- Wash hands after handling laundry.
- Use hand gloves to avoid direct contact with machine buttons and handles.
- Refrain from touching the face until hands are cleaned.
- Disinfect washing machines regularly.
- Use recommended detergent dosage to avoid excessive foam.
- Minimize shaking of laundry.
