Nail Tool Sanitizing Station: A Setup Guide for Between Clients

Six pieces for the station

Stainless Steel Sterilizing BoxA 3-piece stainless set for soaking and storing metal implements.Sterilizer Box, Clear CoverHolds tools in disinfectant solution between clients, with a clear cover.Drill Bit ContainerA dedicated container for soaking e-file bits in disinfectant solution.Glass Sterilizer Jar 25ozA clear glass jar for bits, tweezers and small implements.Large Tray with HolesA perforated tray that lets liquid drain, so tools dry faster.Small Stainless TrayA compact tray to keep implements organized and ready.

Disinfectant solution is sold separately. Use one your state board accepts and follow its label for dilution and contact time.

A simple between-clients routine

1. 1
   Clean firstRemove debris and wash non-disposable tools with soap and water before they go into any disinfectant.
2. 2
   DisinfectSoak clean tools in your approved solution for the contact time on its label, using a sterilizer box or a bit container.
3. 3
   Rinse and dryRinse if the label says to, then let tools drain and dry on a clean perforated tray.
4. 4
   Store cleanKeep clean tools in a clean, covered container until the next client.
5. 5
   Discard single useThrow away used files, buffers and wipes after one client. See your state board for what counts as single use.

Quick rules

Single-use and station essentials

Nail Files, Zebra GritMSRP $2.50BufferMSRP from $3.50Lint Free WipesMSRP $1.95Disposable Spa LinerMSRP $37.25AcetoneMSRP from $4.95