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HOW TO MINIMIZE THE RISK OF CORONAVIRUS IN YOUR VEHICLE

By NuVinAir

While the world seems to be spinning out of control around us, it is time we take back ownership of those things that are within our power to control. Since so many of us are now working from and spending more time at home, we can make sure our environment is as healthy as we can make it, especially in our vehicles.

Experts have now determined that coronavirus can remain active on plastic and stainless steel for up to 72 hours, and we certainly know that our vehicles are made up of plenty of those surfaces. The good news is that the virus can be effectively inactivated if the surfaces are properly cleaned.

VEHICLE HOTSPOTS

Kelly Blue Book suggests that car owners, dealerships, rental car companies and ride share entities use hand sanitizers and disinfecting wipes to wipe down the interior of a vehicle and any other area that could be considered a high-touch area such as steering wheels, door handles, control buttons, seat belts, mirrors and radios.

However, even if used correctly and frequently, these wipes are normally unable to reach far enough into porous surfaces such as upholstery and nooks and crannies to address the contaminants embedded in those materials and areas. The contaminants embedded in hard-to-reach areas can contribute to the residual less-than-clean smell of the vehicle.

PRODUCTS TO USE AND AVOID

Alcohol solutions that contain at least 70 percent alcohol are effective against coronavirus, according to the CDC. Whatever you do, don’t use bleach or hydrogen peroxide on the inside of your car, as they will likely damage your car’s upholstery. Avoid using ammonia-based cleaners on car touch screens, as they can damage their anti-glare coating.

ASK YOUR DEALERSHIP OR LOCAL AUTO SERVICE-RELATED BUSINESS

Check with your local dealership, auto detailer, service center or car wash to see if they are offering any type of healthy vehicle program or proprietary product line that is designed to clean both the air and surfaces inside your vehicle. Even during stay-at-home orders, they may be offering mobile detailing or cleaning services to meet your needs. You can trust that your local auto business has strongly vetted any product that it offers, which can give you confidence in a healthier commute for you and your family.

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TOP BBQ ISLAND COMPONENTS THAT EVERY HARDSCAPE NEEDS

Contributed by BBQ Island

With the weather near perfect outside, it’s the ideal time to create a beautiful and functional outdoor cooking space. We’ve put together a list of all of the necessities with a few luxury additions for the more adventurous cooks.

THE GRILL: Let’s start with the obvious. The grill sets the pace for the rest of the island.

DOORS AND DRAWERS: A necessity and musthave on any island. It is code to have access to the interior of an island for emergency gas shut offs; also, for installation purposes and running the lines. Combination units are best if you have the room.

Now for the fun stuff…

REFRIGERATORS: One of the most common luxury components to have in an island. Do not look for the cheapest refrigerator or you’ll run into issues. Make sure it is UL-outdoor rated.

DROP-IN COOLERS: This is a great alternative to refrigerators. ISLAND BUILT-IN LIGHTS: Cooking in the dark is never fun and can kill the atmosphere. Make sure your island is lit with mounted hardwired lights.

TRASH ROLLOUTS/CHUTES: It helps aesthetically by relieving you of an external trashcan sitting around while also removing the unpleasantries of odor issues and bug attraction.

PAPER TOWEL DISPENSER: One of the easiest things to make room for and well worth it. Every grill expert knows how important paper towels can be.

SIDE BURNERS AND POWER BURNERS:

This helps to keep all the cooking to the island. For instance, if you have side dishes in pans, pots, or griddles you need to cook up, you don’t have to use the stove inside.

BEVERAGE CENTERS/SINKS: This is a highly underestimated feature that can be a huge help for cleaning up as well as making drinks.

PIZZA OVENS: These bring ultimate ambiance while impressing all the neighbors. VENTS: Creating airflow helps with the overall performance of the grill and circulates the heat. After all, we’re trying to cook the food, not ourselves.

After going through the must-haves, be sure not to go overboard with decor and appliances. Make room for what is essential and necessary to give you space for cooking and entertaining without added clutter.

Happy cooking!

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