The Importance of Disinfectants and Sanitizers During the Holiday Season

05 December 2024

It’s that time of year again: time to get into the holiday spirit! Perhaps you’re already thinking about the food you’ll cook, the gifts you’ll buy, and traditions you’ll uphold.

Given how much time and effort goes into holiday celebrations, it’s crucial to do what you can to stay healthy and promote a clean environment. That said, we strongly encourage you to keep disinfectants and sanitizers on hand to prevent the spread of harmful germs and bacteria.

In other words, when you deck the halls, disinfect and sanitize them, too!

The More, The Merrier

The holidays bring people together. And while we can observe gestures of love and appreciation being exchanged, what we can’t see are the germs hovering in the air and accumulating on surfaces.

As delightful as it is to gather indoors and to be in such close proximity to loved ones, the chances of contracting airborne and surface-based illnesses increases during the holidays, which is to say that we’re sometimes spreading more than holiday cheer.

The good news is that disinfecting surfaces immediately kills viruses and bacteria, while sanitizing works well to eliminate any lingering germs. Many of the most common illnesses in the wintertime—including the flu—are spread by respiratory droplets and by touching infected surfaces. While we’re not suggesting that you need to follow your guests around with disinfecting wipes or sprays, we are emphasizing that a proactive approach to cleaning and sanitizing can go a long way in preventing illness during gatherings of all sizes.

Where to Apply Disinfects and Sanitizers

We recommend disinfecting and sanitizing high-traffic areas. The most commonly touched surfaces during holiday gatherings include doorknobs, countertops, tabletops, and railings.

Bathrooms are also a breeding ground for all kinds of germs, so use your chosen disinfectants and sanitizers on bathroom surfaces such as toilet bowls and handles, plus sink faucets. (Sidenote: For holiday gatherings, consider offering your guests paper towels rather than hand towels, as paper towels are the most hygienic choice.)

Another important note we want to make about disinfectants and sanitizers is that they work best when you apply them to clean surfaces—surfaces that aren’t harboring dirt, grease, grime, or other debris. You can enhance the effectiveness of disinfectants and sanitizers by first cleaning surfaces with soap or detergents, which are also part of our extensive catalog.

Place Your AYS-ES Order Today

At Your Service Environmental Solutions (AYS-ES) sells a variety of high-quality products designed to help you clean, disinfect, and sanitize every room, hallway, and corner. Our private label products can be found here; these products have been specially designed to streamline your cleaning routine, and we’re confident you’ll be impressed with how well they work!

Ready to purchase affordable cleaning supplies from your trusted team at AYS-ES? As always, we’re happy to provide specific recommendations if you need them, or answer any questions you may have about the products we sell. Feel free to give us a call at 870-234-5173 or email us at aysstore@atyourservicestore.com.

We appreciate your support of our business, and we wish you and yours a memorable, joyful, and healthy holiday season.