There are three main criteria for selecting the correct hospitality furniture: placement, style and durability.

Grey water recovery systems are starting to gain traction in commercial and multi-residential buildings because of their ...

Building management needs to understand what conditions are necessary for mould growth, so it can ultimately prevent it.

Through a combination of smart purchasing, maintenance programs and strategic planning, building managers ...

Property managers can lose thousands of dollars and clients due to birds roosting and nesting on their buildings.

Delays in the rollout of many of the OPA's CDM programs have now necessitated a one-year extension to what was ...

Talks between Ontario’s elevator technician union and management cannot seem to get off the ground floor.

Toronto’s harmonized zoning bylaw draft is nearing completion and City staff is optimistic the rules will meet the approval of both Toronto council and property owners. But they may have reason to be wary; the City’s previous attempt at a ...

To get the greatest value out of a LED lighting retrofit, ask about a manufacturer’s product testing, quality control and sustainability practices.

Touch-free systems can provide a safer, cleaner and more pleasant restroom environment, and research shows 90 per cent of patrons prefer these options.

While often more expensive than traditional cleaning cloths and mopheads, microfibre products tend to be more absorbent, use significantly less chemicals and water, and clean surfaces more effectively.

Over the years, carpet warranties have changed considerably, limiting their liability. In some cases, the manufacturer will: specify what type of cleaning is appropriate to maintain the warranty; require cleaning receipts to indicate when and ...

Scam Detector is a free smartphone application that exposes in detail more than 550 of the world’s most notorious scams. The company behind the app also updates it regularly with the newest scams.

A recent decision from the CRTC puts TV service providers in a better position to compete in some commercial and institutional buildings.

To ensure a sound masking system works as expected, a clear set of performance standards should be established prior to procurement. If not, the system may not provide the desired level of speech privacy or noise control.

An energy audit is the logical first step in helping to reduce a facility’s utility costs and carbon footprint, and justify capital expenditures. Here are 10 things every building manager should know before embarking on an energy audit.

The Ontario Power Authority has introduced a number of new conservation programs to help consumers and businesses save money, better manage their electricity use, reduce their impact on the environment and help ensure the province has ...