A revolutionary innovation from Yanko Design is a door handle with Self-Sterilization System which puts fears of bacteria-spreading influenza to rest.
It is amazing that we never think that the dirtiest part of a public bathroom is likely the door handle and not places like the toilet seat or the paper towel dispenser, as this is one part of the bathroom that everyone touches on their way in or out, regardless of whether they have washed their hands or not.
Door handles are a breeding ground for bacteria since all it takes is for a person to sneeze into their palm and touch a door handle. Add that to the million other people following behind, opening that same door
Bacteria adapts, and eventually you’ll have to use more and more sanitizer until germs become completely resistant to its effect.
Some experts say you should grab an extra paper towel and use it to open the door when you’re finished washing your hands,
Until we can cure common communicable diseases, our best defense is prevention.
Door knobs and handles are huge breeding grounds for those microscopic germs so creating self-sterilizing door handles could be a good alternative.
This new Door Handle with Self-Sterilization System uses UV light inside the handle to kill any germs that might come to live on it. The light is on and the handle glows blue when the door is shut, but when you push the handle down to open the door, the UV lamp keeping the handle sterilized will turn itself off.
This is definitely a good idea that might make public restrooms a little more sanitary.
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http://www.yankodesign.com
