Stay on top of what needs to be disinfected and washed — and how often — with this helpful checklist.
doorknobs
TV/stereo remotes
light switches
video game controls
drawer pulls
computer mouse and keyboard
hard plastic toys
storage bins and lids
art supplies, including scissors and markers
plastic games and pieces
wastebasket
vinyl play mats
sports equipment
art smocks
pillowcases
costumes/dress-up clothes
blankets
slipcovers
rugs
*Use products as directed. Keep out of reach of children.clorox.com
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"Choose a high-gloss paint for the walls. It is the easiest paint finish to clean because of its protective sheen, so the inevitable crayon scribbles can be less painfully wiped away."
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