Cleaning
Getting your hard floors back-to-school ready
It’s almost that time of year again when schools reopen and are flooded with traffic, trampling over floors during all sorts of weather. The summer
FCM’s Summer 2023 issue is now available!
As the cleaning and maintenance landscape continues to improve and evolve, what does it look like these days? The pandemic leaves its mark with labour
Using textiles to improve wellness and lower maintenance
Facilities today face stricter cleaning and maintenance standards, as the general public continues to become more informed about climate health, sustainability, and the environment. This
Avoiding summer mould in your building
The heat of the summer weather can have adverse effects on your building and your maintenance plan. Along with added moisture from rainfall, the risk
Protect your employees and your facility from air pollution
As the summer heats up, so do wildfires and the smoke they carry. This year Canadian wildfires have sent dangerous levels of smoke up and
Why you should be evaluating your distributors
Most commercial facility administrators have an evaluation process for their vendors to ensure that they are getting the best service for the best price. For
ESG and the commercial cleaning industry
More and more companies are looking for ways to increase their sustainability efforts, and commercial cleaners can help businesses reach their environmental, social, and governance
Overcoming objections to commercial cleaning
In today’s economy, many industries are finding sales challenging, and commercial cleaners are no exception. Whether the business has in-house cleaners, a small staff, or
Making the change to daytime cleaning
With all the changes in building occupancy, work-from-home, and flex hours still reigning, cleaners have had to make accommodations to get the job done in
Should your cleaning include RTUs?
As important as it is for cleaners to use the proper practices and protocols for optimum sanitation, it’s vital that they get the math right
Avoid cross-contamination in your facility
As the pandemic continues to influence how, when, and where we clean, cross-contamination remains a top priority among maintenance managers and commercial cleaners. The practices
Selecting the best hardwood floor finish
Are you refinishing your building’s hardwood floor? Do you know the right application for your business? It’s important to get it right when choosing your
Why your mops might need an upgrade
As in all industries, commercial cleaning equipment and supplies are constantly evolving and advancing. From cleaning supplies to mops, it might be time to audit
Sustainable cleaning matters
Sustainable cleaning is on almost everyone’s minds as we continue to strive to lower our environmental impact. As we evolve from “green cleaning” to longer,
Are smart toilets the way of the future?
As technology continues to evolve the commercial cleaning industry with innovation, where do smart toilets fit in? The smart toilet global market is predicted to
Ensuring front-line workers are safe and engaged
A thriving facility starts with prioritizing staff, cleanliness, and safety. However, overworking employees and relying on them to maintain their own workplace has been shown
Your flooring can affect seasonal allergies
‘Tis the season for allergies, lasting in some cases until mid-October, including everything from grass to ragweed pollen. With 25 per cent of the population