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Saving Labor on Floor Care Processes starts with eliminating stripping and burnishing

As labor shortages continue to impact cleaning operations, reducing the time allocated for floor maintenance should be considered.  However, floor appearance is still a driver on public perceptions of facility cleanliness, so careful planning is required. Labor Intensive Processes Bur
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Enhanced Cleaning & Disinfecting means Cleanliness is now a Business Differentiator

The NEED to CLEAN helps businesses succeed The ongoing pandemic has opened the eyes of the public about the importance of facility cleanliness.  Many businesses are now viewing cleaning & disinfecting or ‘enhanced cleaning’ as a business differentiator and are working
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How to Clean Your Cell Phone and Tablet Screen Safely

Cleaning screens on electronic devices including cell phone and tablet touch screens requires careful selection of cleaning agents that won’t harm the surfaces while effectively removing dust, dirt, and smudges. One of the Dirtiest Surfaces We Touch Everyday Our cell phones are one of
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What type of flooring do I have and how do I take care of it?

Sometimes we run into flooring that we cannot easily identify.  This post discusses resilient flooring types and recommended maintenance for commonly used surfaces past and present. Old Flooring Types:  These surfaces are no longer used, but can still be found in old buildings. Asphal
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How to Remove Blood Stains from carpet, upholstery, bedding and clothing

Blood stains are a problem on all types of soft surfaces including carpeting, upholstery, mattresses, bedding, and clothing.  These stubborn stains can be effectively removed with a little know how and the right product. Why is Blood Red? Blood is red in color because it contains an i
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Electrostatic Spray Disinfecting to help keep Schools Open & Students Safe

Our education system has been turned upside down by COVID-19.  Now, the SARS-CoV-2 Delta Variant is bringing a new heightened awareness of the need to protect students and staff from COVID-19 infections. Schools must have a game plan in place to allow students to safely return to in p

How to use Bio Enzyme Cleaning Products to Solve Problems

Bio-Enzyme Cleaning products often collectively referred to as “Enzyme Cleaners” offer a number of benefits in addressing some of the most difficult cleaning challenges.  This article addresses how and where to use bio-enzyme products for best results. Using Nature to Clea
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How to select a Private Label Chemical Manufacturer

Many distribution businesses including those in the janitorial and sanitary supply business are gravitating toward private label products to grow their business.  In the cleaning industry, it is well known the highest margin item a dealer sells is floor maintenance and cleaning chemic

How to Clean Grout and Keep It Clean

Grouted Tile floors and walls are common in commercial and residential settings.  Ceramic and Porcelain tiles are the most common grouted tile used in commercial restrooms.  While the tile is well suited to  commercial settings due to durability and cleanability, the grout between the

New CDC Guidance on disinfecting facilities…Should we stop disinfecting?

You may have read about new guidance from the CDC questioning the need to disinfect surfaces to prevent the spread of COVID-19.  This guidance suggested that cleaning with soap and water might be good enough in many situations. Take a Pause…. While this CDC guidance maybe advisa