Jeyes Fluid is a brand of disinfectant fluid for external use only,[1] owned by the Easy Cleaning Solutions LTD [2] It is predominantly used for removing bacteria, while gardeners have found it effective at cleaning paths, patios, greenhouses, driveways and drains; particularly of moss.[3] With cautious use, it can also remove weeds.[4]
The product was patented by John Jeyes in 1877, and granted a Royal Warrant to the British royal family in 1896.
While no longer used for this purpose, Jeyes Fluid has been used in historical medical treatments.[5] William Robert Woodman attributes low death rates for cases of scarlet fever to interventions, including