Jul 29, 2019
When cleaning tile and grout you can encounter some unexpected problems. Once concern is a white haze left on the grout or on the tile after the floors dry. Two factors can produce this haze: efflorescence and sealer haze. Efflorescence appears as a white power,...
May 31, 2019
Disinfection efforts directly affect the health and safety of a facility’s patients, employees, visitors and customers. It is critical that building managers continue to audit and revise their infection prevention plan. Flooring is one surface that facility...
May 3, 2019
Becoming eco-friendly often starts at home by saving energy and utilizing public recycling collections, but what else can we do to help our earth? By following the same practices at work, we can reduce our waste costs, energy usage and carbon footprint. Get everyone...
Mar 29, 2019
Nothing in a facility says you have let your floors go like spots that inevitably appear in the most high profile of places. As a facility manager, your proficiency in spotting is essential. In this article we are going to talk about some of the basics you will need...
Feb 28, 2019
True or False: The toilet seat is the dirtiest part of the restroom. Regardless of what patrons may think, the toilet seats – unless visibly soiled – is probably cleaner than many other surfaces in the restroom and is a less-likely source of...
Nov 30, 2018
According to a 2018 survey by CMM magazine, carpet is the number 2 trouble spot for facility managers and the top trouble area for those working in long-term care and retail facilities. Below are several tips for taking on carpets that may be giving your staff a...
