For the most part, scrubbing with soap and water or using an all-purpose spray is enough to clean your home. But some jobs call for stronger products, like getting rid of germs after someone is sick.

Many homes rely on disinfectant sprays and wipes, but small missteps can limit their effectiveness and leave surfaces less protected than expected.

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — Six months into the COVID-19 pandemic, wipes and disinfectant spray are household workplace staples. But, depending on the brand, they vary considerably in price, and you'll ...