Rooms are the main places where we engage in our daily activities, and these activities could lead to the accumulation of harmful gases and be conducive to bacterial growth. Therefore, it is particularly important to regularly disinfect and sterilize rooms, which helps maintain the health of family members and reduces the risk of germ exposure. Using vinegar to fumigate rooms is a common disinfection method that indeed can help kill germs to a certain extent.
However, not all situations are suitable for vinegar fumigation. Especially in environments where there are infants in the household, extra caution is needed. The skin and respiratory system of infants are delicate, and prolonged exposure to a vinegar-fumed environment may trigger adverse reactions, such as skin irritation, respiratory discomfort, and even breathing difficulties. Therefore, when fumigating with vinegar, it is essential to ensure infants are not present, thoroughly ventilate the area after completion, and only allow infants back after the air is fresh again.
Although acetic acid has certain disinfection properties at high concentrations, household vinegar contains lower acetic acid levels, resulting in limited disinfection effects and not being recommended as the primary disinfection method. Conversely, high-concentration vinegar fumigation could also bring side effects, such as respiratory irritation, respiratory problems, and skin discomfort, particularly for individuals with diseases like bronchitis, emphysema, and asthma.
To sum up, even though vinegar fumigation is a convenient disinfection method, its potential negative impacts should be considered during implementation, especially for the protection of infants and sensitive populations. Correct procedures should include: choosing appropriate timing, ensuring humans and animals stay away; controlling vinegar concentration to avoid excessive fumigation; thoroughly ventilating the area after fumigation to ensure a safe and comfortable living environment. Personal protection during the procedure is also important, wearing a mask is a basic self-protection measure. Moreover, keeping doors and windows closed tightly to ensure fumigation effectiveness, but promptly opening for ventilation after fumigation to prevent residual vinegar affecting air quality.
