There’s little debate that clean environments are critical in maintaining the health and safety of occupants. And while “clean environments” can entail sterilized surfaces and waste-free spaces, it also means employing the best practices and resources to ensure high indoor air quality (IAQ). IAQ is defined as the cleanliness of air within and around buildings, […]
A trend that we have noticed in recent years is the shift towards daytime cleaning for office environments. Some workplaces choose staggered programs, using both day and evening cleaners to keep their building looking its best, while others prefer to rely solely on day porters and matrons. Whatever arrangement is ideal for your office, incorporating […]
Which areas would you say are the most important to keep clean? If you said the lobby or the staff kitchen you’d be right, but don’t forget to add the bathroom to your top-tier list! In one survey, 86% of customers said they wouldn’t return to a place if the bathrooms weren’t up to par […]
Is the air inside your building feeling a little bit stale? A long winter spent inside can leave many of us in Southern Ontario feeling that way. But don’t worry; there are a few simple steps you can take to help improve indoor air quality no matter the season. Here are three tips for keeping […]
Do you like using a vinegar-based solution on your windows at home? Are you a fan of a certain brand of cleaning products? Do you believe you’ve created the perfect aromatic concoction to fill your rooms with the scent of newly bloomed flowers? As tempting as it might be to bring these products to work […]
For many people, summer conjures pleasant thoughts of blooming flowers, freshly cut grass, and sizzling barbeques. But for facility managers, hot and humid days can also mean nasty, unpleasant odours that make their buildings less inviting places for residents, employees, and visitors alike. While chemical air fresheners can help to mask unpleasant smells, regular cleaning […]
Asthma is a condition that many Canadians live with on a daily basis. Over 2 million Canadians have asthma, and asthma rates have been steadily increasing for the past 20 years. In spite of new medications and technologies, asthma contributes to about 350 deaths per year. That averages out to almost 1 death each day. […]
Our previous blog covered the basics of green cleaning, answering the question, “what is green cleaning?”. In part 2, we are delving further into green cleaning with an exploration of its importance. Indoor Air Quality and Health Risks Green cleaning is a safer way to clean. Conventional cleaning products pollute the indoor air with harmful […]
Everyone likes the smell of a newly constructed office building with all new materials and fresh paint, much like everyone likes the smell of a new car. But what you smell are VOCs, and that’s not good for indoor air quality. Many building materials contain a high level of VOCs (or Volatile Organic Compounds) that […]
