The Best Ways to Store Bleach — Organizing Tips from The Kitchen
For all its effectiveness, bleach is actually fairly finicky. Unlike vinegar, which can sit on a shelf basically indefinitely, bleach has a very short shelf life. "Bleach maintains its full strength and efficacy for between three and six months. After that, it loses about 20 percent of its strength per year," says Nancy Bock, senior vice president of education at the American Cleaning Institute.
Once bleach starts to degrade, you can't be totally sure that it will kill the harmful bacteria you're targeting or remove the stains you're hoping to lift. Beyond that, proper storage is key not just for effective cleaning, but also for safety, as it can be a hazard to kids and pets.
Here are the best things you can do when it comes to storing bleach.
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