Surface Disinfectants

Gentle Surface Disinfection

Bacillol® 30 Sensitive by HARTMANN: perfect for quick disinfection of all delicate surfaces – available as wipes and foam.

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Professional Surface Disinfectants

Surface disinfectants are an essential part of hygiene in hospitals, care homes, and medical clinics. Since pathogens can survive on various surfaces for months, it is crucial to disinfect surfaces regularly to prevent the transmission of bacteria and germs to patients and staff. Frequently touched surfaces, such as door handles or light switches, are often heavily contaminated and can contribute to the spread of infectious diseases. Surface disinfection is carried out using specialised surface disinfectants or cleaning agents, which can vary widely in composition.

Typically, medical surface disinfectants are bactericidal, virucidal, and fungicidal. Depending on the requirement, ready-to-use disinfectants or concentrated solutions for individual preparation may be used. Whereas surface disinfectants in the past often contained aldehydes and posed health concerns, today most are aldehyde-free and much safer to use.

In recent years, disinfectant wipes have grown in popularity as they offer a simple and safe method for decontaminating surfaces. There is a distinction between ready-to-use disinfectant wipes, which are pre-soaked with disinfectant, and wipe systems that can be soaked with a disinfectant solution by the user.

Ready-to-Use Surface Disinfectants & Concentrates

Whether a spray or wipe disinfection is carried out depends on the size and accessibility of the surface to be disinfected. Many surface disinfectants can also be used for rapid disinfection due to their short contact times. The frequency of surface disinfection depends on the level of infection risk and may vary from room to room.

For example, treatment rooms where dressings are changed are disinfected more frequently than meeting rooms, where no medical procedures take place. To ensure effective reduction of bacteria and germs, it is essential to carefully follow the instructions for use of the chosen surface disinfectant. In particular, the required contact time during spray or wipe disinfection must be strictly observed to reliably eliminate germs and prevent the development of resistance.

Selection Criteria

Odor – for interim disinfection after each patient, a disinfectant with a subtle scent is recommended so that additional ventilation of the room is unnecessary.
Spectrum of activity – patient-near areas, such as neonatal units or intensive care wards, should be cleaned with surface disinfectants that have a broad spectrum of activity and high virucidal effectiveness.
Material compatibility – not all surface disinfectants are suitable for every material. Special attention should be paid when cleaning delicate surfaces to ensure the disinfectant is appropriate.
Application method – for easily accessible surfaces (e.g., examination couches), wipe disinfection is recommended, whereas spray disinfectants are suitable for hard-to-reach areas.

Surface Disinfection Wipes as an Alternative to Disinfectant

Unlike in the past, the rapid disinfection of medical devices using ready-to-use disinfection wipes is becoming increasingly popular in medical and therapy practices. These disinfectant wipes are pre-soaked in a disinfectant and can be dispensed as needed from a refillable box. Using these convenient wipes eliminates the need to prepare a separate disinfectant solution for surface disinfection. The dispenser boxes feature an airtight lid that prevents the wipes from drying out over extended periods. Many manufacturers offer systems consisting of a refillable dispenser and refill packs, which can be soaked in a suitable surface disinfectant or cleaning solution.

For example, the CleaningBox DesiMops is ideal for this purpose. This ready-to-use wipe system is perfect for disinfecting floors and walls. The dispenser box can be tightly sealed to keep the wipes moist, and the wipes are perfect in combination with the CleaningBox Wipe Set II with Velcro system. The wipes are ready-to-use, as they are already soaked in disinfectant, and they have a broad spectrum of activity against viruses, bacteria, and fungi.

Surface Disinfectants – Wide Selection

Regular and correct disinfection of surfaces using a suitable surface disinfectant helps prevent cross-contamination and reduces the risk of infection transmission, making it an essential part of hygiene in medical practices and hospitals. In our online shop, you can purchase surface disinfectants and cleaning solutions from leading brands such as Bacillol, Desomed, Meliseptol, and Kohrsolin, available in canisters or spray bottles at competitive prices.

In addition, the Hygiene category offers an overview of all hygiene products, including personal protective equipment, cleaning and care products, as well as massage and wellness items.