Scientific research shows that many household items are bacterial breeding grounds and so if you’re packing the kids’ pencil case for back to school or planning to share scissors around the home or office, it pays to have peace of mind they are clean and safe to use.
Scissors can harbour many microbes which can be easily passed from one person to another. An antimicrobial coating gives an additional layer of protection. It also helps keep your scissors cleaner for longer and extends their life by preventing deterioration caused by mould and mildew and helps prevent the growth of bacterial odours.
With hygiene top of mind, Westcott Scissors has launched a new antimicrobial range with a special coating to help inhibit the growth of bacterial stains and odours, helping to defend against microbes and microorganisms such as common bacteria, yeast, mould and fungi.
Perfect for the whole family, including training scissors for pre-schoolers, safety tip scissors for ages 4+ and multi-purpose scissors for adults, it comes in a fabulous selection of colours and size – great for home, school, craft and more.
Caring for your Scissors
If like so many people, you can’t find a pair of scissors when you need them – it pays to keep them stored in a regular, easy-to-remember place and look after them. Here’s how:
- Correct use – only use scissors to cut the materials for which they were designed. Using scissors for materials they weren’t intended for will dull the blades.
- Storage – store scissors in a closed position. Storing them open is the most common cause of dull blades.
- Environment – scissors should be kept dry and dust-free and the blades covered where possible to protect the points.
For further information, visit: www.bigw.com.au or www.officeworks.com.au.
Canberra Daily has 4 x Westcott antimicrobial stationery prize packs valued at $50 each to be won.
ENTER TO WIN
To enter, email [email protected] with ‘Westcott Scissors’ in the subject field. Tell us your name, full contact details (including best delivery address) and one top tip for caring for scissors. Entries close 9am Thursday 16 December 2021 and winners drawn same day. One entry per person. Entrants must be aged 18+.
