If you love to watch crime TV shows, you know that the killer always leaves behind some DNA or blood evidence behind. So the intrepid investigator whips out their handy blacklight, and the biological material that the eye can’t see is visible under the glow of the light.
While blacklights are great for television drama, they are valuable tools to expose the substances around us that our eyes can’t see. In fact, blacklights are crucial tools for cleaning, disinfection, crime scene investigation, and other uses. Here’s how they work.
Blacklights emit concentrated UV light. Some substances like blood, urine and other bodily fluids are visible under UV light. These substances absorb UV rays and re-emit at different wavelengths, appearing to glow. Substances that do this are called phosphors. The cool thing is, this absorption and glowing effect occurs with even microscopic amounts. That’s why in crime shows, the blood appears even if it’s been wiped away!
As fun as it is on TV when the blacklight shows blood or other bodily fluids, in real life, the idea that we are surrounded by bodily fluids and bacteria is a little distressing. Just think, if you turned a blacklight on in your business, what would you find? Probably a lot more than you think. In the age of COVID-19, we need to be extra vigilant about cleaning high-touch surfaces that may have potentially contagious bodily fluids on them. That’s why disinfection services are also crucial to ensure that potentially harmful germs and viruses are not being spread in your business.
If you want to ensure that your business is clean, even from the germs and bacteria you can’t see, you need professional cleaning services. We don’t just wipe the dirt away. We also disinfect so that the germs die. Another option we offer for your peace of mind is our MicroShield 360 program. This antimicrobial coating adheres to the surface and prevents bacteria and germ growth between cleanings. We use electrostatic technology to spray the solution. This technology evenly distributes the solution across every inch of the surface, and it’s approved for hundreds of surfaces, including food prep surfaces. The results last for up to one year, providing lasting protection between cleanings from germs and bacteria. You can learn more about the program here.
Blacklights might seem like fun, but they are valuable tools that can tell us more about the cleanliness of our space. So if you want to feel comfortable with the idea of ever turning on a blacklight in your business, give us a call. We have the experience and cleaning knowledge to ensure your business is clean, even under a blacklight!
