Sanitizing My Countertop

Decorating By MissyTex Updated 12 Jun 2012 , 11:43pm by hbquikcomjamesl

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MissyTex Posted 12 Jun 2012 , 9:02pm
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I want to roll out fondant directly on my counter. I have regular laminate countertop. If I clean it well with bleach water solution would that be sanitary enough? I have used a large piece of vinyl in the past, but the rolling action tends to make it move, which is a PITA. I sanitize all my equipment and tools with bleach water, rinse and dry. It should be the same with the countertop. Im just paranoid, so thought Id ask. Thanks!

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MimiFix Posted 12 Jun 2012 , 9:53pm
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Yes, bleach water for your countertop is fine. (I'd be more concerned with using a piece of vinyl. That's my paranoia.)

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kakeladi Posted 12 Jun 2012 , 10:04pm
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All that is needed is a 10% solution of bleach in water; and let them *air dry*. If you are using a towel to dry them you are re-introducing more germs icon_sad.gif
To keep your vinyl in place while rolling, place wet paper towels in the corners to hold it. OR put pieces of non-skid shelf liner in the corners icon_smile.gif

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MissyTex Posted 12 Jun 2012 , 11:09pm
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Great, thanks! I will use bleach water. And yes, I let everything air dry.

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hbquikcomjamesl Posted 12 Jun 2012 , 11:43pm
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Personally, depending on what's been on the counter since the last time it was sanitized, I either the Lysol pump spray, or the Clorox pump spray. Either way, I rinse afterwards.

And I wouldn't use vinyl, either. I might, however, use parchment paper, if I were rolling out something that's likely to stick, like a thin, sticky, cookie dough.

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