Cleaning
Why flu season may be forever changed
COVID-19 has changed our definition of "clean" and that will likely lead to a change in our yearly rhythm. From now on, "flu season" as we know it may cease to exist.
Better mats, lower carbon footprints
This ESG pursuit can take facility owners and managers in many different directions. That includes under one’s feet. For more insights, we reached out to Jeff Grabinsky, Vice President of Development & Sustainability with Executive Mat Service (EMS).
7 things to know about cleaning building entry mats
As a rule of thumb, facility managers and staff can never over-clean entry mats, especially when it comes to vacuuming.
6 ways to prepare for increased foot traffic
Businesses can prepare for greater foot traffic by implementing strong protocols.
Chemical dispenser selection tips & best practices
Selecting a precise, high-quality chemical dispenser provides a cleaner, healthier environment and allows your cleaning team to keep up.
The advantages of third-party floor inspections
In some situations, such as the need for specific evaluations, validations, or corrective actions, third-party floor inspections make sense.
The pandemic cleaning takeaways
This is the perfect time to determine what we in the facility cleaning and real estate industries have learned from the pandemic.
The pitfalls of carpet deodorizers
Carpet deodorizers are widely used by many people and cleaning staffs, but they can actually cause numerous issues if used incorrectly.
Deodorizing smoke- or fire-damaged wood
It's impossible to remove every smoke particle or fire byproduct, but smoke and fire-damaged wood can be cleaned to a point where any odour is undetectable.
Preparing facility floors for winter
During winter weather, facility floors can suffer from snow, ice, salt, and sand being tracked throughout a building.
Testing high-touch surfaces in grocery stores
A University of Guelph study found the risk of exposure from high-touch surfaces in grocery stores is low if recommended protocols are followed.
6 changes in LEED and the future of green cleaning
Later this year, U.S. Green Building Council members will be voting on six changes to LEED cleaning credits.
Vote for the cleaning industry’s best innovators
The ISSA Show Innovation Awards honours trailblazing companies in the commercial, institutional, and residential cleaning community.
Protect occupants from a winter flu resurgence
Flu was almost non-existent last winter due to lockdowns and health measures, but experts warn it may return with a vengeance this winter.
GBAC STAR launches Destination program
The program allows municipalities, tourism bureaus, and destination marketing organizations to demonstrate dedication to building healthier, safer, and more confident communities.
Office workers now want touchless washroom fixtures: Bradley Corp
The Healthy Handwashing Survey found that touchless fixtures are the feature that would make workers feel most safe in the washroom.
Prioritizing the safety of cleaning professionals
Now more than ever, cleaning workers need to know that their employers are taking their safety seriously.






















