Archive for July, 2008

Four Tips to Help Care for Wood Furniture

Dust buildup can acutally cause small scratches in wood finish. Regular dusting will protect the finish on the wood. Always dust gently, following the grain of the wood.
Polish with a paste or liquid wax to protect the wood, prolong the life of the finish and minimize dust buildup.
Avoid direct sunlight and heat. Heat can cause [...]

Quick Tips on Floor Cleaners

Today I have a quick post about the different kinds of floor cleaners and what floor surfaces to use them with.
Unless the areas that you are cleaning have one kind of floor throughout, you will have to deal with different cleaning methods depending on the different kinds of hard-surface floors. The first step toward efficient [...]

Hand Refillable Bulk Soap Dispensers Are Risky

This just crossed the good doctor’s desk this morning…
According to a recent study at the University of Arizona, bulk soap dispensers are at risk for soap contamination due to their refilling style. These dispensers use a reusable container that is refilled by hand, increasing the potential for soap contamination. To ensure the health and safety [...]

Quick Info on Cleaning Wipers

Hello avid fans, today I have a few notes about the different types of cleaning wipers.
Airlaid wipers are thick and soft, with a cloth-like feel. They can be rinsed and reused, and are an economical choice. Airlaid wipers absorb grease and oil. They are available in both economy and heavy-duty grades.
Scrim reinforced wipers are multi-ply [...]

Para Block Urinal & Bowl Deodorants

Q&A about Urinal & Bowl Blocks
Q: What are ‘para block deodorants?
A: Para block deodorants are air-activated, freshen the air and eliminate undesireable odors. Made from paradichlorobenzene (hence the ‘para’) saturated with liquid deodorants.
Q: What does ‘enzymatic’ mean?
A: There is another category of para block deodorants called ‘enzymatic para block deodorants’ that combine standard para blocks [...]

Chemical Dilution Chart

Use this chart as a guideline for diluting chemical cleaning products. 1:x means 1 part concentrate to x parts water. For example, to make a quart of solution in a 1:15 dilution, mix 2 oz. of concentrate into 30 oz. of water. (NOTE: To minimize foaming, fill the container with water before adding the concentrate. [...]

Green Cleaning Tips & Best Practices

“Green cleaning” refers to the use of products and procedures that are more healthful and more environmentally friendly than others serving the same function. The Environmental Standard for Cleaning Services (GS-42) is Green Seal’s current standard that specifies green chemicals, supplies, and equipment as well as cleaning procedures and mandates employee training and communication with [...]

Rubbermaid Glutton Waste and Recycling Station

This centralized collection solution for consumer waste and recycling sortation needs features a 92-gallon combined capacity with segmentation for up to four separate 23-gallon waste containers. The restrictive-opening tops with iconic and word labels guide sortation and minimize contamination. The unifying station lid frame has a center hinge for easy emptying without removing the entire [...]