How to Disinfect Furniture in Your Office

In a previous blog article, we discussed CDC recommendations on how to clean and disinfect desks and other surfaces you’ll encounter in a typical office. In this article, we’re going to talk about cleaning and disinfecting the specific products Stand Up Desk Store sells. Since keeping a sanitized workspace is more important than ever, you’ll be happy to know that Stand Up Desk Store products are easy to clean. And, as we develop new products to meet the changing requirements of the post COVID-19 workplace, we will make certain that cleanability continues to be central to our designs. The EPA publishes an extensive list of registered household disinfectants to guard against SARS-CoV-2. Since this can get confusing, and not all solutions are tested as safe on SUDS products, here’s an easy, economical option that is effective and safe on practically everything we make, 70% alcohol:

70% alcohol is actually more effective than pure alcohol because it works more
slowly, allowing a complete penetration into the germs it is killing.
Both common variations - ethyl (rubbing) alcohol and isopropyl alcohol - are safe
and effective.
Alcohol is an especially good option on our PET acoustic panels because it
evaporates quickly and is not as likely to be absorbed as other solutions.

If you wish to instead use a mild bleach solution (also suggested by the CDC as effective against SARS-CoV-2) or a brand name household cleaner, we strongly recommend testing it on a very small area to make certain it will not stain, discolor, or otherwise cause damage. If used as directed, both of these options are likely safe on most SUDS products. However, damage caused by a household cleaner or a bleach solution is not covered under the Stand Up Desk Store warranty.

With all of this in mind, here’s an overview on cleaning our various products:

How to Disinfect Upholstery, How to Disinfect Desks, and How to Disinfect Wood Furniture

Disinfecting Fabric Office Chairs

Using the upholstery attachment, vacuum to remove dust and loose dirt.
If Stained or Visibly Dirty: Clean using a mild solution of water and dish soap.
1. Apply the solution using a clean cotton towel or microfiber cloth.
2. Apply the solution to the cloth, not the fabric.
3. Do not saturate the fabric.
4. Always blot the fabric, never wipe or scrub.
5. Follow up by gently blotting with a cloth dampened with water.
Lightly mist using an alcohol solution in a spray.
1. Do not saturate the fabric.
2. NOTE: Lysol aerosol spray has also been tested and found safe on SUDS
  fabrics.
Leave to dry.

Disinfecting PET Privacy Panels (with Fabric Covering)

Using the upholstery attachment, vacuum to remove dust and loose dirt.
If Stained or Visibly Dirty: Clean using a mild solution of water and dish soap.
1. Apply the solution using a clean cotton towel or microfiber cloth.
2. Apply the solution to the cloth, not the fabric.
3. Do not saturate the fabric.
4. Always blot the fabric, never wipe or scrub.
5. Follow up by gently blotting with a cloth dampened with water.
Lightly mist using an alcohol solution in a spray.
1. Do not saturate the fabric.
2. NOTE: Lysol aerosol spray has also been tested and found safe on SUDS
  fabrics.
Leave to air dry.

Disinfecting “Raw” PET Privacy Panels (without Fabric Covering)

Using the upholstery attachment, vacuum to remove dust and loose dirt.
DO NOT clean with soapy water, as this may cause discoloration.
Lightly mist using an alcohol solution in a spray.
1. Do not saturate.
2. NOTE: Lysol aerosol spray has also been tested and found safe on SUDS
  fabrics.
Leave to air dry.

Disinfecting Whiteboards

Clean using a mild solution of water and dish soap.
1. Apply the solution using a spray bottle and wipe using a clean cotton towel or microfiber cloth.
2. Avoid paper towels, as they can cause scratches.
3. Follow up by wiping with a second cloth dampened with water.
Disinfect using an alcohol wipe, or by using a clean cotton or microfiber cloth
dampened with a 70% alcohol solution.
1. Avoid paper towels, as they can cause scratches.
Leave to air dry.

Disinfecting Synthetic (MDF) Desktops

Use a clean cloth, dusting wand, or vacuum to remove dust and loose dirt.
Clean using a mild solution of soapy water.
1. Apply the solution using a spray bottle and wipe using a clean cotton towel or microfiber cloth.
2. Avoid paper towels, as they can cause scratches.
3. Follow up by wiping with a second cloth dampened with water.
Disinfect using an alcohol wipe, or by using a clean cotton or microfiber cloth
dampened with a 70% alcohol solution.
1. Avoid paper towels, as they can cause scratches.
Leave to air dry.

Disinfecting Solid Wood Desktops

Use a reputable, brand name product that is specifically designed to safely
disinfect wood furniture.
Follow application instructions as outlined on the bottle.
After application, wipe desktop with a second cloth dampened with water.
Wipe completely dry using a dry cloth.

NOTE: While a wood-specific product is optimal, you can also disinfect using a clean cotton or microfiber cloth dampened with a 70% alcohol solution. After application, wipe desktop with a second cloth dampened with water. Finish by wiping completely dry.

Disinfecting Desk Frames and Accessories (Keyboard Trays, File Cabinets, etc.)

Use a clean cloth, dusting wand, or vacuum to remove dust and loose dirt.
Clean using a mild solution of soapy water.
1. Apply the solution using a spray bottle and wipe using a clean cotton towel or microfiber cloth.
2. Avoid paper towels, as they can cause scratches.
3. Follow up by wiping with a second cloth dampened with water.
Disinfect using an alcohol wipe, or by using a clean cotton or microfiber cloth
dampened with a 70% alcohol solution.
1. Avoid paper towels, as they can cause scratches.
Leave to air dry.

Cleaning Acrylic Privacy Screens and Sneeze Guards

Using a spray bottle, apply a solution of soapy water to dampen the entire surface you wish to clean.
GENTLY wipe using a clean microfiber cloth.
Using a dry microfiber cloth, gently buff to remove the remaining liquid.
If any smudges remain, repeat the process on the area.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT use paper towels and/or ammonia-based products like glass cleaners as these will permanently damage the acrylic. Only use clean microfiber cloths, water, and mild dish soap.

Want to learn more about cleaning and disinfecting surfaces? Visit the CDC website for:

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