Does boiling pine sol on the stove kill air-born germs?
Here is the info from the product’s required Materials Data Safety Sheet: Warnings: Eye and skin irritant. Harmful, if swallowed. Do not get in eyes. Avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact. For sensitive skin or prolonged use, wear gloves. Avoid contact with food. Eyes: Immediately rinse with water for 15 minutes. If irritation persists, call a physician. If swallowed: Do not induce vomiting. Drink a glassful of water. Immediately call a physician. Skin: Rinse with water. Keep out of reach of children. Do not use or mix with other household cleaners. Keep away from heat, sparks and open flame. SO: Boiling would put the pine sol into the air, causing eye irritation plus pine sol contains pine oil a very flammable ingredient. Hence the warning– keep away from heat, sparks and open flame. Boiling it would NOT be a good idea. Maybe 50 yrs ago in old drafty houses it was common to do, but in today’s homes I would highly discourage it for your safety, your family’s safety and your home.