Why can't I use more bleach?

[nutty_gnome]

What is the downside of using too much bleach in a sanitizing solution?

Lets say I have a contaminated bucket. I want to nuke all critters in there. What concentration of bleach to water should I use and why shouldn't I use more bleach? Any insight on the topic would be helpful.

 

[SteveHeff]

10% bleach solution. That is, you can dilute 40 oz of water with 4 oz of bleach. Many spray bottles will contain the correct markings for such work. But don't go dumping a gallon of bleach into a bucket with a splash of water. That would be a waste of bleach.

 

[TasunkaWitko]

I'll quote the great(?) George Herter:

The .30/30 kills 'em dead, and you can't get any deader than dead.

 

[Jim311]

Because you don't want to impart a chlorine flavor to the plastic. 15ML per gallon for a several day soak will take care of any bacteria.