Guys I love it that you guys didn't ask your viewers to 'Like this video' and 'Subscribe using this button here' to your channel! It just shows that you care more about people than 'Likes' and the commerce behind it.. Really appreciate it! Love you guys!
Thank you. It finally hit my household and I knew I could count on you for articulate, accurate, info. I learned and use your cleaning methods but coming back now for this reason puts me at ease. Thank you so much for sharing knowledge and your emotional because you care ❤
I am So Glad that You said the Steam cleaner Needs to be 220 degrees! A lot of them don't heat up as far as that. Make Sure You Check People, when You buy a Steam Cleaner, that it is that Hot.
Hope this is not redundant, I haven't looked back on all comments. You sell microfiber cloths. Do they disinfect surfaces? There is another brand that claims they do, but I feel better with liquid cleaners. Thank you for all the great video's through the years. The reason you get emotional is because you are now a mom. It changes you, not just toward the one, but toward all. We will get through this together.
I don't feel comfortable using a disinfected surface (for fear of poisonous residue like bleach!), can I re-clean a surface (with a eco-multisurface cleaner) after I disinfect? (So clean, disinfect, then clean again) Thanks in advance!
Thank you for this video; very timely and well done. I also just have to ask (off topic) do you use a teleprompter? Your presentation is excellent and professional. Keep doing what you're doing it is very helpful and needed.
I don’t know if you’ve heard of force of nature, it’s a fairly new product but it’s an epa approved disinfectant with natural ingredients. I swear on it.
Yes, as well as specifics on how to disinfect a wooden cutting board (I have the same one as in the video and the cleaning advice you get specifically for cutting boards from the manufacturer vs a germaphobe (for example) are very different. I want ti to be germ-free, but I don't want to ruin it!
You are getting emotional because you are a REAL human who is dedicated to help others. Thank you for being emotional, thank you for your good advises. I wish you and your family health. Greetings from Bulgaria.
Right? I have been on the verge of tears so many times these past few days. Weird feeling of all being in it together, I think. Stay safe and healthy everyone, look out for each other!
Thank you for this, I've seen so many people that don't seem to understand how to disinfect properly, it was great to hear someone actually explain it correctly, including the wait times needed for the products to work. You mentioned that steam cleaners kill bacteria if they get hot enough do they also kill viruses at those temperatures? I am unable to find any information online about it that I'd call reliable as they tend to be trying to sell steam cleaners. If you do a video on steam cleaning that might be some good information to include
I had heard that steam cleaners don't actually sanitize or disinfect carpet but just freshen it. But I forget what it said about other types of floors.
People are doing the same thing that you are trying to do. It doesn't make them crazy. No matter the product it is always first come first served. If you had gotten there before all the "crazy" people you would have done the same thing. If trying to keep ones family safe from this virus seems crazy to you then you are the type of person everyone needs to worry about. Think before you speak.
@@usfmom2002 spoken like one of the crazy people who feels the need to purchase way more than they need at one time leaving others to have to go without. You sound defensive, as you should if you are one of those selfish hoarders (my guess is you are.) So caring of you with your "first come first served" mentality. I'm sure you are aware that for many elderly people (also most vulnerable), a trip to the store can be challenging so they may not be able to be the first ones there or their health does not allow them to stand in line for an hour before a store opens. Congratulations on your compassion and concern for others. You have no idea what lin would have purchased when she went to the store. You sound like you are accusing her of doing what you did to try and justify your behavior. Just because you are greedy and selfish, disguising it as protecting your family, doesn't mean everyone is. Plenty of sane and rational people are purchasing just what they need rather than joining your group of crazies.
@@usfmom2002 the people we are talking about aren't the ones buying enough for a week or two. We are talking about people who buy up everything they can find. Some are even trying to sell them to make a profit. I know people that can't find nappies for their babies. My mum works in care and they are running out of supplies like hand gel, disposable gloves and disposable aprons etc. Take only what you need for 2 weeks, don't hoard when others are in desperate need.
Thank you for posting this! I'm taking Microbiology this semester (classes have been moved to online) and it's important to know these differences. Viruses and bacteria all have separate requirements to kill or slow the spread of them.
Yes, correct. The CDC website has shared the information I based the video on, and I am using the most relevant information for our time right now. But if you have anything to add, can you comment below this based on the facts you are seeing in your textbooks? Thank you :)
Great video. I thought I’d throw in some more info as I work in contamination control in the life sciences industry. Please note, Disinfectants are not efficacious against spore formers; for example, c. Diff. The two types of disinfectants are actually phenolics and quaternary ammonium based compounds (think Lysol). Quats are actually better cleaners than phenolic based compounds. All EPA registered labeled claims are listed on the product labels on the product container. COVID-19 is an enveloped virus, like HIV, herpes etc and is actually much easier to kill on a surface than vegetative bacteria, gram negative bacterial, etc... But what you said is correct that the surface needs to be cleaned first; all residue needs to be removed first prior to a sanitizer or disinfectant being applied. This way the chemical can thoroughly penetrate the surface and do its job. Hope this helps. 😊
Melissa, where do rubbing alcohol and peroxide fall on the scale? Are they acceptable disinfectants or sanitizers and do they require the same wait time to sit on a surface? Thank you!
It takes 20 to 30 secs for soap and water to wash away bacteria and viruses. It takes alcohol that is 60% or more straight from the bottle to kill germs and viruses. If you mix a 60% alcohol with water or anything else it will dilute the strength making it useless against germs and viruses. To mix well you need 90% or more for the final product to be 60% and above (this is if you're trying to make hand sanitizer). You don't need any wait time though to make sure you want to make sure you have enough on the surface you're applying it too for 10 secs to 20 secs if it dries up before that then you need to add more. This goes for hands and surfaces. Example: If you made a homemade hand sanitizer with 90% alcohol and half aloe vera gel then the final product would have 60%+ alcohol level which is best. Then to apply it, you apply enough on your hands to spread on your entire surface back and front of hands rubbing for 10 secs to best kill all germs and viruses. If the sanitizer drys up before 10 secs then you need to apply more. Hope this helps, stay safe out there.
@@cleanmyspace it doesn't cause any cross-contamination, Ma'am:) 🙏🏼❤️ Maybe we could try and reduce the use of paper towel and substitute it with cloth.. Lots of love..
Great video. I thought I’d throw in some more info as I work in contamination control in the life sciences industry. Please note, Disinfectants are not efficacious against spore formers; for example, c. Diff. The two types of disinfectants are actually phenolics and quaternary ammonium based compounds (think Lysol). Quats are actually better cleaners than phenolic based compounds. All EPA registered labeled claims are listed on the product labels on the product container. COVID-19 is an enveloped virus, like HIV, herpes etc and is actually much easier to kill on a surface than vegetative bacteria, gram negative bacterial, etc... But what you said is correct that the surface needs to be cleaned first; all residue needs to be removed first prior to a sanitizer or disinfectant being applied. This way the chemical can thoroughly penetrate the surface and do its job. Hope this helps. 😊
Most are simply interested in what specifically kills coronavirus right now, and all are not going to comprehend what your're saying here. Can you break it down to specifics for the coronavirus, please.
Hi Melissa.. my life has changed when it comes in cleaning after i follow/subscribe you.. actually i even share this in my facebook account and ask my friends to follow you too
I had a little handheld Bessel...all I can say is my sister had four colds during winter after I steamed she maybe got one or two colds so I feel confident it works! Plain tap water and let it heat up! No toxins, kill bacteria! Kills odor peace of mind! You can steam mattress pads and covers!prolly don’t wipe! Just let the steam do it’s job and kill those vermin👍
Perfect timing. Thanks, really thanks from Spain, and not just for sharing your tips, but also for not gossiping about other areas that are somebody else's expertise. If it's useful for anybody...stay calm, but alert.
I would love a tutorial on steam cleaners particularly if they can be used on couches and upholstered beds. I have had mine for many years and they have NEVE been properly disinfected 🤦🏽♀️. I always thought I had to have an upholstery cleaner come to do that. If steaming is an option I’d like to try
I use lysol foaming cleaner. It's the only cleaner I have found to leave the tub sparkling and the area smells clean. However they are expensive and sometimes hard to find in stores. I would welcome advice on alternatives.
I have been to a lot of channels and I have to say Melissa is right on each time. Especially with what’s going on with the virus. Wash your hands. Wash your hands. No matter what. I’m in the medical field and trust me we can beat this if we just pay attention. Start with Melissa!
As a long time subscriber, I want to thank you so very much for providing the world with amazing options for cleaning and sanitizing recipes. With all of the big box and online stores running out of basically all of these things.... think of all of the people that will now have the knowledge regarding the making of eco friendly products!! Stay Healthy🚫🤢🤮
Hi CMS! could you please do a video on how to clean a house when you have pets, e.g. dogs, cats, especially on how to treat issues with e.g. fleas, ticks using natural means. Thank you!
Going thru the same thing..bought a steam cleaner and mop. Got a lime sulfer dip from vet. And purchased narural repellent herbs like mullien chamomile sage oregano neem catnip peppermint tyme etc. Can be made into a herbal powder and rubbed into cats fur to repel fleas ticks mites. Also use hydrogen peroxide and acv to clean and sanitize surfaces. They have a good disinfectant product registered with the epa that you can buy. Its a unit you plug in and it makes a disinfectant solution by electrolyzing the water with the little packs that you mix into the water. The packs contain salt vinegar and hydrogen peroxide. Its 90 dollars for whole kit but lasts 6 months. Im gonna be buying one as its cheaper then all the vinegar etc i buy now
Thank you Melissa. YES more info on steam cleaning. PS I have been using my Steam washer and drying more than using HOT water. I am assuming that is safe and more cost effective. Can I use powder of Oxygen (Oxi Clean) when Steam washing for stains?
I purchased 99% isopropyl alcohol to disinfect against the Coronavirus. I am not sure if I made a smart purchase or not as I have never used this before. Can it be used for disinfecting my household and if yes how would I get the right mixture for disinfecting. Thank you for your time and knowledge.
I'm engineer now. But in college I was a janitor between internships and I learned all these tips. My supervisor julio would yell at me for using the disinfect without cleaning first. Good info.
I did not expect to cry in the end of this video. I have been following your tips for over 8 years now. Melissa your videos are amazing and with your help I have up my game with cleaning. Which means keeping my family safe in these hard time. Greetings from New Zealand.
Hi Melissa, I just found you and binged watched more than 50+ your videos!! Absolutely love you guys!! I did a big decluttering exercise when I downsized homes so had no choice but to do it and now I seem to have let things go and living the minimalist lifestyle is what I want to aim for so I’m super excited to go through all of your videos to help me get there and learn all about good cleaning tips as well. I just bought a steamer and would love for you to share all the things that we can do with it. Thank you again, you guys are great!
My Rowenta garment steamer has been sitting in the closet for years, I almost took it to Goodwill. Sounds like I can use it to disinfectant areas of my home. Great video topic
Add the 9:35 min mark you show a red steamer that has a nozzle on it. What is that brand? I have been looking for something like that. I do have a garment steamer but it doesn’t have the slender nozzle that I’m wanting.
I’ve been quite confused about something... I have read on numerous sites and even on the packages of microfiber cloths that the cloths pick up 99% of bacteria. So it is necessary to still use a disinfectant with them? Thanks!
They do wipe up bacteria, I haven't been able to find any information if they will pick up virus or not, so since I have a lung condition I follow my micro-fiber cleaning with a spray of alcohol.
Judy Robertson I have been spraying Thieves & water in my spray bottle on paper towel & then wiping down my groceries. I have been doing this for a long time......since I realized what could be on that conveyor belt at checkout. Just what I've been doing.😊
She has videos on how to clean produce too. Don't remember well but I think it is one part vinegar, one part water, and some baking soda. Then spray on produce or do this solution in a bowl and throw your food there. It is not exactly disinfecting but I bet it will kill bacterias.
I use a Maker's cloth, or an e-cloth with a spritz of water. Good quality microfiber clothes remove 99% of bacteria and I've been doing that for years and years. Recently I've been going to the next level and after wiping them down I use an disinfecting wipe .
So many people are not" staying in their lane" on this. I wish everyone would just listen to the experts like you in every field. I think this could go a lot easier.
Rebecca Lunsford LoL. I wish our US president would “stay in his lane” and not talk about stuff he doesn’t understand in the national press conferences. But that would mean he would have to quit talking altogether. Sorry. Couldn’t help it. So hard watching him this am.
@@amygregg1658 I agree 100%. Our government here in Indiana needs to the same. They have kids out of school until May 1st. O think it's a too soon to make that call
Thanks Melissa, Chad and the CleanMySpace Team! This is a very timely video.. We should do everything we can to control this epidemic! Everyone - stay safe!
Can you do a video on cleaning from a zero or low waste perspective? I don’t like using paper towels for this reason, but I know they’re helpful to use to reduce cross contamination.
Love this. You've done such a great job in helping me clean & organize properly over the years. I've had strokes & asthma & my husband has horrible asthma, you're cleaning instructions has been a game changer in our lives. & this video is just what i needed right now, it gives me some control when I feel helpless. Keep up the great work, Melissa! Thank you!💛
You make sense as always... (that rare animal - an American woman that knows what's she talking about 🙂 I live across from a neighborhood bar, in a university Chicago community, but the crowd at nights is pretty urban - working class or hustling class - there's going to be germs. I know the owner. I though I could promise coming in the middle of the bar shift and cleaning, disinfecting the bar by bar areas say take 30 minutes power clean, disinfect. Can you recommend some DIY cleaning products or something I could buy and cleaning products - I generally go with microfiber cloths. Thanks for all you good advice Melissa M. John Left behind in Chicago
How would you disinfect a real/genuine leather sofa (without drying it out) after someone has COVID-19? I would suggest doing a DIY cleaning video for how to disinfect/sterilize alll types of house surfaces to help with coping with COVID-19, especially since we have so much time now :) Thank you in advance!
7 EXPERT CLEANING TIPS YOU NEED TO BE USING: th-cam.com/video/-C-ic2H24OU/w-d-xo.html
Helo malisa .plz can you tell which favoirats you repeat in your new house..we are making new house wants your expert openion
I would love to see a video about steam cleaners! I am thinking of investing in one so your recommendations would be appreciated :)
Bayoushka I’m also going to get one that also vacuumes
Be careful when you buy a steam cleaner. All of them do not get hot enough to sanitize and disinfect.
I would love to get a steam cleaner as well. I would love something for surfaces and floors
Me too!
You're getting emotional because you care about other people and want to help during this scary time, thank you and stay safe y'all ❤
Stay safe! ❤️
Agreed
Yes. Shows you're human and that you care.
A man🙏🏻🙏🏻
Thank you for emphasizing the need to read the packaging. the video was very clear and easy to follow!
Guys I love it that you guys didn't ask your viewers to 'Like this video' and 'Subscribe using this button here' to your channel! It just shows that you care more about people than 'Likes' and the commerce behind it.. Really appreciate it! Love you guys!
Thank you. It finally hit my household and I knew I could count on you for articulate, accurate, info. I learned and use your cleaning methods but coming back now for this reason puts me at ease. Thank you so much for sharing knowledge and your emotional because you care ❤
I am So Glad that You said the Steam cleaner Needs to be 220 degrees! A lot of them don't heat up as far as that. Make Sure You Check People, when You buy a Steam Cleaner, that it is that Hot.
Hope this is not redundant, I haven't looked back on all comments. You sell microfiber cloths. Do they disinfect surfaces? There is another brand that claims they do, but I feel better with liquid cleaners. Thank you for all the great video's through the years. The reason you get emotional is because you are now a mom. It changes you, not just toward the one, but toward all. We will get through this together.
Yes on steam cleaning please.
I love you ! Thank you for making this video !!!
Yes please to a steam cleaning video x
Can you share link for steam cleaner you have. The link above seems to be a link for clothing. And yes video on steam cleaning
The Reliable Pronto is the one I like!
what about Clorax sprays? kinda smelly but nice anti-bacterial and disinfectant?
thanks. what to use if you can't buy those products in the stores now. Can't find rubbing alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, bleach
Yes, please on the steam cleaning video! :D
Hey Melissa - do you still use the lady bug steamer or something else? The link for the portable steamer is for an iron.
I don't feel comfortable using a disinfected surface (for fear of poisonous residue like bleach!), can I re-clean a surface (with a eco-multisurface cleaner) after I disinfect? (So clean, disinfect, then clean again) Thanks in advance!
Thank you for this video; very timely and well done. I also just have to ask (off topic) do you use a teleprompter? Your presentation is excellent and professional. Keep doing what you're doing it is very helpful and needed.
how do you disinfect a cutting board that has had raw meat on it?
Don’t forget contact kill time for products.
Yes that’s what I call ‘dwell time’
I don’t know if you’ve heard of force of nature, it’s a fairly new product but it’s an epa approved disinfectant with natural ingredients. I swear on it.
Perfect timing, still no case of covid-19 in our place, but we are in lockdown mode. Stay safe everyone.
Great time for everyone to deep clean
"I'm gonna stay in my lane" Melissa Maker, 2020
She is a big baller now.
Yes I am interested in steam cleaning routine.
Yes, please! Thank you!
Yes please
Yes please. Where do I buy one?
Me too! Specifically - can I use one to clean the glass on my oven door?
Yes, as well as specifics on how to disinfect a wooden cutting board (I have the same one as in the video and the cleaning advice you get specifically for cutting boards from the manufacturer vs a germaphobe (for example) are very different. I want ti to be germ-free, but I don't want to ruin it!
Very clearly explained and important differences pointed out between cleaning, sanitising and disinfecting! Brilliant video! Thank you! 👍👍👍👍👍
I like the traffic light🚦 explanation.
You are getting emotional because you are a REAL human who is dedicated to help others. Thank you for being emotional, thank you for your good advises. I wish you and your family health. Greetings from Bulgaria.
We feel your loving concern...its an emotional time...(lump in throat). I trust, and SEEK your expertise. Thank you so much. 🤗 I mean...elbow bump. 😉
Thank you - right back at you!
Right? I have been on the verge of tears so many times these past few days. Weird feeling of all being in it together, I think. Stay safe and healthy everyone, look out for each other!
Yes please do a video on stream cleaning. I have one and I’ve only used it twice I’m afraid to use it 😔
I might be too. It might get hot enough to damage some surfaces.
My husband is going through chemo and radio. Thank you for your professional and honest advice ❤
Good luck 💕💪
🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
This week he was cleared. The tumour is completely gone ❤❤❤
May The Healing Hand of God and the precious Holy Blood of Jesus Christ cover your husband.
@@oldbroadabroad6619 I’m so happy to hear this!!
Thank you for this, I've seen so many people that don't seem to understand how to disinfect properly, it was great to hear someone actually explain it correctly, including the wait times needed for the products to work. You mentioned that steam cleaners kill bacteria if they get hot enough do they also kill viruses at those temperatures? I am unable to find any information online about it that I'd call reliable as they tend to be trying to sell steam cleaners. If you do a video on steam cleaning that might be some good information to include
I had heard that steam cleaners don't actually sanitize or disinfect carpet but just freshen it. But I forget what it said about other types of floors.
200 degrees or above is what she said in video!!
Unfortunately cannot make our own disinfectant when every crazy person is hoarding bottles of alcohol. 😩
I believe you can use 100 proof vodka.
People are doing the same thing that you are trying to do. It doesn't make them crazy. No matter the product it is always first come first served. If you had gotten there before all the "crazy" people you would have done the same thing. If trying to keep ones family safe from this virus seems crazy to you then you are the type of person everyone needs to worry about. Think before you speak.
@@usfmom2002 spoken like one of the crazy people who feels the need to purchase way more than they need at one time leaving others to have to go without. You sound defensive, as you should if you are one of those selfish hoarders (my guess is you are.) So caring of you with your "first come first served" mentality. I'm sure you are aware that for many elderly people (also most vulnerable), a trip to the store can be challenging so they may not be able to be the first ones there or their health does not allow them to stand in line for an hour before a store opens. Congratulations on your compassion and concern for others. You have no idea what lin would have purchased when she went to the store. You sound like you are accusing her of doing what you did to try and justify your behavior. Just because you are greedy and selfish, disguising it as protecting your family, doesn't mean everyone is. Plenty of sane and rational people are purchasing just what they need rather than joining your group of crazies.
@@heatherburch7697 You want 140 proof/70% alcohol, according to the C.D.C..
@@usfmom2002 the people we are talking about aren't the ones buying enough for a week or two. We are talking about people who buy up everything they can find. Some are even trying to sell them to make a profit. I know people that can't find nappies for their babies. My mum works in care and they are running out of supplies like hand gel, disposable gloves and disposable aprons etc.
Take only what you need for 2 weeks, don't hoard when others are in desperate need.
Thank you for posting this! I'm taking Microbiology this semester (classes have been moved to online) and it's important to know these differences. Viruses and bacteria all have separate requirements to kill or slow the spread of them.
Yes, correct. The CDC website has shared the information I based the video on, and I am using the most relevant information for our time right now. But if you have anything to add, can you comment below this based on the facts you are seeing in your textbooks? Thank you :)
So does steam kill viruses? Like a steam mop?
Great video. I thought I’d throw in some more info as I work in contamination control in the life sciences industry. Please note, Disinfectants are not efficacious against spore formers; for example, c. Diff. The two types of disinfectants are actually phenolics and quaternary ammonium based compounds (think Lysol). Quats are actually better cleaners than phenolic based compounds. All EPA registered labeled claims are listed on the product labels on the product container. COVID-19 is an enveloped virus, like HIV, herpes etc and is actually much easier to kill on a surface than vegetative bacteria, gram negative bacterial, etc...
But what you said is correct that the surface needs to be cleaned first; all residue needs to be removed first prior to a sanitizer or disinfectant being applied. This way the chemical can thoroughly penetrate the surface and do its job. Hope this helps. 😊
I should have paid attention more in that class 😖😖😖
@@HeatherBray thanks for sharing your knowledge and hope you are safe in these sad times
Ah yes, thank you for this, perfect timing too.
Thanks for watching!
Melissa, where do rubbing alcohol and peroxide fall on the scale? Are they acceptable disinfectants or sanitizers and do they require the same wait time to sit on a surface? Thank you!
@@catherine8256 Report any price gouging you see on eBay or Amazon. It's illegal
It takes 20 to 30 secs for soap and water to wash away bacteria and viruses. It takes alcohol that is 60% or more straight from the bottle to kill germs and viruses. If you mix a 60% alcohol with water or anything else it will dilute the strength making it useless against germs and viruses. To mix well you need 90% or more for the final product to be 60% and above (this is if you're trying to make hand sanitizer). You don't need any wait time though to make sure you want to make sure you have enough on the surface you're applying it too for 10 secs to 20 secs if it dries up before that then you need to add more. This goes for hands and surfaces. Example: If you made a homemade hand sanitizer with 90% alcohol and half aloe vera gel then the final product would have 60%+ alcohol level which is best. Then to apply it, you apply enough on your hands to spread on your entire surface back and front of hands rubbing for 10 secs to best kill all germs and viruses. If the sanitizer drys up before 10 secs then you need to apply more.
Hope this helps, stay safe out there.
@@catherine8256 what are rubbing alcohol boots?
*TOO MUCH PAPER TOWEL*
use cloth. It's reusable. Can be used a hundred times! 🙏🏼❤️
Yes, but when disinfecting specifically, I prefer something disposable to avoid cross-contamination.
@@cleanmyspace it doesn't cause any cross-contamination, Ma'am:) 🙏🏼❤️
Maybe we could try and reduce the use of paper towel and substitute it with cloth..
Lots of love..
Hello CMS Nation!! What are you doing today?
Clean My Space doing good, trying to watch your video on home disinfecting but it’s not letting me... be safe all of you.
Cleaning and organizing and watching your videos for motivation 😊
Clean My Space staying inside!!! And cleaning🥰
Even I started to feel emotional at last
Watching this, trying to get my kids to clean their room and making homemade bread
Great video. I thought I’d throw in some more info as I work in contamination control in the life sciences industry. Please note, Disinfectants are not efficacious against spore formers; for example, c. Diff. The two types of disinfectants are actually phenolics and quaternary ammonium based compounds (think Lysol). Quats are actually better cleaners than phenolic based compounds. All EPA registered labeled claims are listed on the product labels on the product container. COVID-19 is an enveloped virus, like HIV, herpes etc and is actually much easier to kill on a surface than vegetative bacteria, gram negative bacterial, etc...
But what you said is correct that the surface needs to be cleaned first; all residue needs to be removed first prior to a sanitizer or disinfectant being applied. This way the chemical can thoroughly penetrate the surface and do its job. Hope this helps. 😊
Thank you for sharing this additional info! 🤗
Heather Bray that’s good to know thanks
Most are simply interested in what specifically kills coronavirus right now, and all are not going to comprehend what your're saying here. Can you break it down to specifics for the coronavirus, please.
What?!!!!
Hi Melissa.. my life has changed when it comes in cleaning after i follow/subscribe you.. actually i even share this in my facebook account and ask my friends to follow you too
Thank you so much! I would love to see a video on steam cleaning! I have one and it's a little intimidating.
ilene the steam hets hot enough to kill bacteria like a dishwasher would
I had a little handheld Bessel...all I can say is my sister had four colds during winter after I steamed she maybe got one or two colds so I feel confident it works! Plain tap water and let it heat up! No toxins, kill bacteria! Kills odor peace of mind! You can steam mattress pads and covers!prolly don’t wipe! Just let the steam do it’s job and kill those vermin👍
Please, please, please do. Next video STEAM vid.
Perfect timing. Thanks, really thanks from Spain, and not just for sharing your tips, but also for not gossiping about other areas that are somebody else's expertise.
If it's useful for anybody...stay calm, but alert.
I'd love a video on using a steam cleaner!
can you do a video where you show us how you do it in your house. so like a cleaning video, but for the coronavirus
@ANGEL CHRISTINA yes, but she doesn't need to say CV. It is just like Brianna K's latest video
Try "latest human malware". Or something similar.
Great explanation, I would like to know how to use the steamer, I have one and I want to use it during this time, thank you.
Clean amazing th-cam.com/video/dYjiUvBBGz0/w-d-xo.html
I would love a tutorial on steam cleaners particularly if they can be used on couches and upholstered beds. I have had mine for many years and they have NEVE been properly disinfected 🤦🏽♀️. I always thought I had to have an upholstery cleaner come to do that. If steaming is an option I’d like to try
Hey I'm starting to clean my bathroom because I'm 15 so can you show me how to get your tub shiny and look new
I use lysol foaming cleaner. It's the only cleaner I have found to leave the tub sparkling and the area smells clean. However they are expensive and sometimes hard to find in stores. I would welcome advice on alternatives.
@@anneishahmohammed2517 thanks you so much for helping me out with cleaning
I just bought a clothes steamer and would love to see a video on how to use it on other surfaces and the bathroom
Cheers
It makes me so uneasy when my boss “disinfects” our customer contact areas and doesn’t let the product dwell as per instructions.
Maybe this will change their opinion!
I have been to a lot of channels and I have to say Melissa is right on each time. Especially with what’s going on with the virus. Wash your hands. Wash your hands. No matter what. I’m in the medical field and trust me we can beat this if we just pay attention. Start with Melissa!
I'm so glad to find this today! With concerns of covid-19, this will help me at home and work.
As a long time subscriber, I want to thank you so very much for providing the world with amazing options for cleaning and sanitizing recipes. With all of the big box and online stores running out of basically all of these things.... think of all of the people that will now have the knowledge regarding the making of eco friendly products!! Stay Healthy🚫🤢🤮
Thank you so much for sharing. Stay safe as well
Yes! Steam cleaning video please
Where is my OCD squad in the comment section at ?
You didn’t speak much about sanitizing, and when to sanitize and how? In which situations would you sanitize vs disinfect?
Great space. thank for sharing
Hi CMS!
could you please do a video on how to clean a house when you have pets, e.g. dogs, cats, especially on how to treat issues with e.g. fleas, ticks using natural means. Thank you!
Going thru the same thing..bought a steam cleaner and mop. Got a lime sulfer dip from vet. And purchased narural repellent herbs like mullien chamomile sage oregano neem catnip peppermint tyme etc. Can be made into a herbal powder and rubbed into cats fur to repel fleas ticks mites. Also use hydrogen peroxide and acv to clean and sanitize surfaces. They have a good disinfectant product registered with the epa that you can buy. Its a unit you plug in and it makes a disinfectant solution by electrolyzing the water with the little packs that you mix into the water. The packs contain salt vinegar and hydrogen peroxide. Its 90 dollars for whole kit but lasts 6 months. Im gonna be buying one as its cheaper then all the vinegar etc i buy now
@@blankmission5369 thank you very much for the useful and detailed information. Much appreciated!
You make cleaning seem so easy! Thank you for the super informative content!
Thank you Melissa. YES more info on steam cleaning. PS I have been using my Steam washer and drying more than using HOT water. I am assuming that is safe and more cost effective. Can I use powder of Oxygen (Oxi Clean) when Steam washing for stains?
I purchased 99% isopropyl alcohol to disinfect against the Coronavirus. I am not sure if I made a smart purchase or not as I have never used this before. Can it be used for disinfecting my household and if yes how would I get the right mixture for disinfecting. Thank you for your time and knowledge.
I'm engineer now. But in college I was a janitor between internships and I learned all these tips. My supervisor julio would yell at me for using the disinfect without cleaning first. Good info.
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julio is an idiot who just wanted to give you extra work
I don't want to look " clean " , i want to be able to lick the floor,sleep on the floor and know that that it can satisfy my OCD
I love that you didn’t say corona but cold and flu season !
Can I disinfect the whole entire house everyday?
I noticed there's a change in your ingredients of the all-purpose cleaner: are we getting rid of the rubbing alcohol part as mentioned in your book?
Just boilwash everything in your house and suck up your OCD up
I’m emotional too. We will get through it. But it hurts to watch every single person we know and love struggle in some way.
I want to be in quarantine with Melissa.
Thank you so much, Melissa, for always helping us.
THANK YOU MELISSA, yes please steamer video! Love from Italy
Stay well and stay safe :)
@@cleanmyspace thank you so much 🙏🏻💚 all of you too many blessings 💚
I did not expect to cry in the end of this video. I have been following your tips for over 8 years now. Melissa your videos are amazing and with your help I have up my game with cleaning. Which means keeping my family safe in these hard time. Greetings from New Zealand.
good vides and yes how to use steam cleaner
Really good information. I guess I don't read labels. I spray and wipe.
Thanks for the info! You’re getting emotional because you’re a sweetheart and this is serious. You all stay safe too.
Thank You!! I certainly learned a few things today. Appreciate all your hard work & care that goes into sharing important information with us.
Hi Melissa, I just found you and binged watched more than 50+ your videos!! Absolutely love you guys!! I did a big decluttering exercise when I downsized homes so had no choice but to do it and now I seem to have let things go and living the minimalist lifestyle is what I want to aim for so I’m super excited to go through all of your videos to help me get there and learn all about good cleaning tips as well. I just bought a steamer and would love for you to share all the things that we can do with it. Thank you again, you guys are great!
My Rowenta garment steamer has been sitting in the closet for years, I almost took it to Goodwill. Sounds like I can use it to disinfectant areas of my home. Great video topic
Do we need to disinfect grocery items besides vegetables and fruits ?
And what brand of the steamer is shown in the video ?
Great information, and yes, I would love to know more about steam cleaning. I have one, but mostly use it for floors.
Add the 9:35 min mark you show a red steamer that has a nozzle on it. What is that brand? I have been looking for something like that. I do have a garment steamer but it doesn’t have the slender nozzle that I’m wanting.
That's called a Ladybug. They are quite costly.
What steamer brand and model do you recommend? The ones I’ve seen on Amazon don’t go up to 300 degrees.
I really like Reliable!
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I’ve been quite confused about something...
I have read on numerous sites and even on the packages of microfiber cloths that the cloths pick up 99% of bacteria. So it is necessary to still use a disinfectant with them?
Thanks!
They do wipe up bacteria, I haven't been able to find any information if they will pick up virus or not, so since I have a lung condition I follow my micro-fiber cleaning with a spray of alcohol.
Shared on my FB page! Thank you for the clarification!
Thanks for sharing!
Change bedsheets.
Love your videos! They have helped me a lot in cleaning my own and others’ homes!
Amo esse tipo de vídeo!!! Muito obrigada por compartilhar tantas informações.
I bought extra canned vegs and fruit and now I'm thinking I should disinfect the cans? What about cleaning groceries? What is your opinion?
Judy Robertson I have been spraying Thieves & water in my spray bottle on paper towel & then wiping down my groceries. I have been doing this for a long time......since I realized what could be on that conveyor belt at checkout. Just what I've been doing.😊
She has videos on how to clean produce too. Don't remember well but I think it is one part vinegar, one part water, and some baking soda. Then spray on produce or do this solution in a bowl and throw your food there. It is not exactly disinfecting but I bet it will kill bacterias.
Yes, I rinse my cans.
I use a Maker's cloth, or an e-cloth with a spritz of water. Good quality microfiber clothes remove 99% of bacteria and I've been doing that for years and years. Recently I've been going to the next level and after wiping them down I use an disinfecting wipe .
I was taught to always wipe the tops off before opening the can
Yessss! I need reasons to invest in a steam cleaner!
Wondering how disinfectants affect marble or stone. Is there a way to disinfect without ruining these surfaces.
I want to clean my mattress before I put my sheets back on my bed. How do I disinfect that??!
Maybe the steamcleaner she mentioned helps with that.
I use Lysol disinfecting spray and leave the window open.
Steam cleaner!
@@cleanmyspace Thanks guys. I was worried it would melt the fabrick on my mattress. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🤞🏻🧽🧹
My cleaning life change completed since I met you in TH-cam in 2017 when I was pregnant of my first child. Thank you for sharing all you knowledge!
So many people are not" staying in their lane" on this. I wish everyone would just listen to the experts like you in every field. I think this could go a lot easier.
Rebecca Lunsford LoL. I wish our US president would “stay in his lane” and not talk about stuff he doesn’t understand in the national press conferences. But that would mean he would have to quit talking altogether. Sorry. Couldn’t help it. So hard watching him this am.
@@amygregg1658 I agree 100%. Our government here in Indiana needs to the same. They have kids out of school until May 1st. O think it's a too soon to make that call
Thanks Melissa, Chad and the CleanMySpace Team! This is a very timely video.. We should do everything we can to control this epidemic! Everyone - stay safe!
Can you do a video on cleaning from a zero or low waste perspective? I don’t like using paper towels for this reason, but I know they’re helpful to use to reduce cross contamination.
Love this. You've done such a great job in helping me clean & organize properly over the years. I've had strokes & asthma & my husband has horrible asthma, you're cleaning instructions has been a game changer in our lives. & this video is just what i needed right now, it gives me some control when I feel helpless. Keep up the great work, Melissa! Thank you!💛
Not only now we have to clean & disinfect. We have to be clean always everyday desinfincting & clearing the area @ home
I have feet psoriasis, and I get injections that lower my immunity. Thank you. I want one of those things now.
You make sense as always... (that rare animal - an American woman that knows what's she talking about 🙂
I live across from a neighborhood bar, in a university Chicago community, but the crowd at nights is pretty urban - working class or hustling class - there's going to be germs.
I know the owner. I though I could promise coming in the middle of the bar shift and cleaning, disinfecting the bar by bar areas say take 30 minutes power clean, disinfect.
Can you recommend some DIY cleaning products or something I could buy and cleaning products - I generally go with microfiber cloths.
Thanks for all you good advice Melissa M.
John Left behind in Chicago
Everyone should do standing ovation for professional cleaners. No joke you guys should get more respect than society gives you.
How would you disinfect a real/genuine leather sofa (without drying it out) after someone has COVID-19? I would suggest doing a DIY cleaning video for how to disinfect/sterilize alll types of house surfaces to help with coping with COVID-19, especially since we have so much time now :) Thank you in advance!