Taking advantage of the economic benefits afforded with cleaning concentrates can be problematic if a facility has a limited number of closets with wall space and plumbing to accommodate wall…
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Using Ice Melt Effectively in Norfolk, VA
According to the Farmers’ Almanac, our area should have a winter that is overall warmer than normal with near normal snowfall. It is predicted the first chance for snow is…
Elements of a Green Carpet Care Program
There are many factors involved with a comprehensive green carpet care program, including equipment, processes, and products. There is never a “one-size fits all” when it comes to the best…
Seven Steps To Avoid Commercial Vacuum Repair Bills
Many expensive commercial vacuum cleaners repair bills can be avoided by practicing correct equipment usage and implementing a consistent maintenance program. We often see commercial vacuums come in for service…
DfE: Same Program, New Name, New Logo
The EPA has put a new face on an old friend with the introduction of “Safer Choice.” Formerly known as “DfE Standard” or the “Design for the Environment Standard,” the…
How Surfactants in Cleaners Work
Knowing some simple chemistry will help you understand the importance of surfactants in the cleaning process. Surfactant is short for “SURFace ACTive AgeNt”. Surfactants are usually organic compounds, which are…
Is Logo Matting Worth It?
Many businesses consider extending the marketing of their logo onto the floor with customized logo matting. After all, you can capture a lot of first and last impressions while the…
The Low-Down on Water Lift: Carpet Extractors
When you invest in a carpet extractor, pay particular attention to the machine’s water lift numbers. The water lift statistic indicates the “suction power” of the machine as it basically…
Hydrogen Peroxide and “Green” Disinfectants
The EPA is actively piloting a program for granting some type of registration for more environmentally friendly products that claim disinfecting or sanitizing benefits. The program is being conducted through…
Getting Salt Out of Carpets
It has been a long winter with Norfolk snowfall estimates for the month of January at more than 600% over last year. Where there is snow and ice, there is…
Wiping Your Hands Clean of Paper Towel Transmitted Bacteria
How “clean” are unused paper towels? For the most part, one would say a paper towel that is fresh out-of-the-box should be pretty sanitary. For that reason, many were surprised…
BioEnzymatic Cleaners ... Beyond the Days of Greasy Drains
When bio-enzymatic cleaners first emerged in the custodian closet, they were primarily seen as effective solutions to clear grease traps and drains. As time has passed, this exciting new genre…
Breathe Easy by Eliminating Air Freshener Phthalates
In the battle of the bathroom odors, are you exposing your tenants to potentially harmful air while trying to provide a pleasant fragrance? A study conducted by the Natural Resources…
Changes in LEED v4 Cleaning Chemicals: What it Means for Janitorial Professionals
Are you responsible for the maintenance of a LEED building, or one that is considering LEED certification? If so, you need to know about the passage of LEED v4, which…
Healthy, Green Commercial Cleaning Starts with Chemical Dilution
When it comes to healthy, green cleaning programs, it all starts with your chemical program. The custodial supplies in a healthy, green cleaning program should be anchored by a certified…