Ringworm spores are notoriously hardy and can survive in the environment for more than a year! Lysol spray, bleach and sunlight are great killers of the fungus.
Does household disinfectant kill ringworm?
The spores of this fungus can be killed with common disinfectants like diluted chlorine bleach (1/4 c per gallon water), benzalkonium chloride, or strong detergents.
How do you disinfect your house after ringworm?
All bedding, brushes, combs, rugs, cages, etc. should be vacuumed, scrubbed, and washed with hot water, detergent, and 1:100 chlorine laundry bleach, or another effective disinfectant (see above). It is best to throw out any items that cannot be thoroughly disinfected. Walls, floors, lamps, etc.
Does sanitizer kill ringworm?
If you have some ringworm on your hands you can use hand sanitiser to kill it, but ringworm on porous surfaces like clothing and carpets will need to be washed out. Never put hand sanitiser on your pets skin or fur. It can cause irritation or they ingest it by licking the area.
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