How to Make the Most of Your UVC Lamps

1. How to Make the Most of Your UVC Lamps Ultraviolet lights or UVC lamps are incredibly efficient at sanitizing indoor spaces. These lamps can easily eliminate up to 99% of all surface or airborne pathogens. Viruses, airborne bacteria, and other microorganisms stand virtually no chance against ultraviolet (C) lamps.  UVC Lights in Homes  In the past, UVC lights were mainly used in hospitals, laboratories, doctor’s chambers, and research institutes. Slowly, as they became more popular, commercial building owners started using them to keep their indoor spaces germ-free.  These lights are commonly found in food processing plants, commercial kitchens, manufacturing plants, and other commercial environments. Now, you can find UVC lighting solutions inside people’s homes. 

2. Ever since the COVID19 pandemic hit the world, people have started caring more about sanitisation and cleanliness. Homeowners need and deserve disinfection products that provide 100% accuracy.  That’s why the use of UVC disinfectant products inside residential spaces is becoming more popular every year. Unfortunately, not all homeowners are fully aware of the ins/outs of UVC technology. Here’s how inexperienced users can make the most of their UVC lighting solutions. • Tackle Mould Growth  • With UVC lights, you’ll never have to worry about mould or mildew infestations in your home again. That’s because ultraviolet (UV) energy can disintegrate the bacterial creatures within seconds.  • Mould or mildew can’t grow without reproduction. To reproduce, moulds release spores. These spores typically spread through the air inside the house.  • Most mould infestations happen inside basements, attics, and other locations of the house that residents don’t visit or clean much.  • Installing germicidal UVC lamps in these regions can guarantee their safety from mould infestation.  • The ultraviolet light from these lamps has wavelengths ranging between 185 and 254 nanometres. Ultraviolet light of such short wavelengths can instantly render mould sterile. 

3. Once mould or mildew is hit by UVC light, it can’t release spores. It can no longer reproduce. It can only exist for a while before dying. So, homeowners must consider installing UVC lights in the areas of their homes that are prone to mould damage. Install them in your attic or bathroom to keep your home mould-free. Clean and Maintain the Lights to Boost their Lifespans   Users must always periodically check their UVC lights and fixtures. They can use cotton or paper towels to clean these lightbulbs every two to three months. Simply dip the dry cotton or paper towel in alcohol. Gently wipe the bulbs to eliminate any dust/germ build-up. Don’t worry - UVC lightbulbs or lamps don’t produce much heat. That’s why they’re durable, long-lasting and easy to clean. By regularly cleaning and maintaining your UVC lights you can expect them to run for at least 17,000 hours. That’s over two years of service.

4. Avoid Prolonged and Direct Exposure to UVC Light UVC lights are 100% safe for home use. But, prolonged and direct exposure to any light isn’t good for your health. UVC light can technically damage your skin and cause eye irritation. But, these instances are super-rare.  All UVC lights meant for home use are designed with user safety in mind. Still, users must avoid exposing their eyes and skin to UVC light for long periods.