As soon as alcohol-based cleaners dry, they offer no additional protection. Sanitizer from Life Industries, however, continues to disinfect long after it's applied. Its active ingredient reduces bacterial contamination on hard surfaces up to a week after treatment. Not only is less product needed long-term, thus reducing overall costs, but safety is increased.

The COVID-19 pandemic has educated Americans and Canadians on the importance of cleanliness. Life Industries Sanitizer contains benzalkonium chloride (BZK), a safe ingredient that continues working to reduce the reformation of bacterial colonies after it's applied, unlike alcohol-based products. BZK is an FDA- and CDC-approved alternative to alcohol-based disinfectants.

Sanitizer is ideal for use on boats, RV and aircraft, as well as around the home, office and manufacturing plant. It's available in 4, 8, 12, 16 and 32 fl. oz. spray bottles, plus 16 fl. oz and 1 gal. refill bottles. Prices start at $2.63.

Life Industries develops, formulates and manufactures commercial chemical products including cleaners, protectants, caulks, sealants and restoration items. Its brands include BoatLIFE, RV by LIFE and AeroLIFE.

Contact Life Industries Corp., 4060 Bridgeview Dr., North Charleston, SC 29405. Toll-free 800-382-9706; Fax: 843-566-1275. www.boatlife.com; www.rvbylife.com; www.aerolifeindustries.com; bit.ly/BoatLifeYouTube.