How to Test Disinfectant Strength with Australian Gold Strips
By Sun Tanning Store | Published: 2026-10-25
Category: How-to Guides
Learn how to use Australian Gold Disinfectant Test Strips to check your tanning salon cleaner's pH level and ensure proper disinfectant concentration for effective sanitation.
Quick answer
Use Australian Gold Disinfectant Test Strips to quickly check the pH level of your disinfectant solution, ensuring it's neither too strong nor too diluted for effective sanitation.
Why pH testing matters for salon disinfectants
Disinfectants lose effectiveness if the solution is too weak or too strong. A weak mix won't kill germs, while an overly strong one can damage equipment and irritate skin. pH test strips give you a fast, reliable way to verify the concentration is in the correct range.
For tanning salons, consistent disinfectant strength is critical. Australian Gold Disinfectant Test Strips are designed specifically for use with Australian Gold disinfectants, taking the guesswork out of maintaining proper sanitation.
Common mistakes to avoid
Don't reuse test strips—they are single-use only. Also, avoid touching the test pad with your fingers, as oils can affect the reading. Always follow the manufacturer's dilution instructions for your specific disinfectant; the test strip confirms the pH, not the exact chemical concentration.
How to test disinfectant strength with Australian Gold strips
- Prepare the disinfectant solution: Mix your Australian Gold disinfectant with water according to the label instructions. Ensure the solution is at room temperature for accurate pH reading. Always use fresh water and measure carefully—too much or too little disinfectant will affect the test result.
- Dip the test strip: Remove one Australian Gold Disinfectant Test Strip from the pack. Submerge the test pad into the solution for 1-2 seconds, then remove and shake off excess liquid. Do not leave the strip in the solution longer than a few seconds, as over-soaking can skew the color change.
- Read the result: Wait 15-30 seconds for the color to develop. Compare the test pad to the color chart on the strip's packaging. The matching color indicates the pH level, confirming whether the disinfectant is at proper strength. If the color doesn't match the target range, discard the solution and remix with correct proportions before retesting.
Product facts
- Australian Gold Disinfectant Test Strips: Australian Gold Disinfectant Test Strips are pH level testing strips to be used with Australian Gold Disinfectants, sold in a 100-count pack. These strips remove the guesswork from disinfectant preparation, helping you quickly confirm whether your solution is at the right strength for effective sanitation.
Australian Gold Disinfectant Test Strips
