Cleaning is what happens when the something is soiled. Disinfecting deals with killing microorganisms (which can only be seen under a microscope).

Cleaning is generally accomplished by spraying a disinfectant onto the soiled object then wiping it clean with a rag. Disinfecting is generally accomplished by spraying a surface disinfectant onto the object. Examples of surface disinfectants are Lysol and 1:10 Bleach Solution. Examples of cleaning agents include Isopropyl Alcohol, 1:10 Bleach Solution, Foamy Disinfectant, Disinfectant wipes. To disinfect, simply spray a surface disinfectant on solid surfaces and let them air dry. Spray it and walk away.

Bleach 1:10 solution does it all. It cleans and disinfects.

Wipe How to mix, use, and store bleach so that it is effectivehard work surfaces and equipment with 1% solution of fresh household bleach and allow to air dry Add household bleach to liquid biohazardous spills or liquid waste until a 10% concentration of bleach is achieved for 20 minutes.Household bleach is a water-based solution of sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl) with a typical concentration of 5.25% by weight of the NaOCl active ingredient. Manage bleach’s decay in antimicrobial activity by mixing fresh, daily solutions of diluted bleach.