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5 Office Cleaning Mistakes to Avoid

It’s terrific if your office staff get together to clean the office at the end of the week. But if you are cleaning the office incorrectly, it may not be worth your time and effort.

Check out these five cleaning mistakes you should avoid when cleaning your office space.

1. Incorrectly using cleaning supplies
Different office surfaces require different cleaning products and tools. When it comes to cleaning, a two in one product may seem like a good idea, but may not be as effective as it is too general of a cleaning solution.

The wrong product can be ineffective and could also cause damage to your office surfaces. It’s best to purchase specific products for specific surfaces to get desired results.

 

2. Cleaning up stains incorrectly
It’s easy when you spill something on the carpet to try to scrub it off immediately. It would help if you avoided this technique because it will spread around the stain further, making it impossible to remove. Plus, in the process, you can untwist and damage the carpet fibres, which can ruin the look and feel of the carpet.

Instead, it would help if you tried to blot out carpet stains using paper towels. This method will soak up as much cleaning product as possible, and then you can apply your carpet cleaner.

Afterwards, let the cleaning product sit for the recommended time and blot it off with paper towels. If this doesn’t remove the stain entirely, try this process again.

This system is the best way to stop stains from seeping deep into the fibres and causing long-term damage.

 

3. Only cleaning visible areas
Many office areas get missed when cleaning (especially after a long day, when people want to get home to their families). These spaces can include the underside of chairs and desks, computers, microwaves, curtains, blinds, and more.

Unclean spaces can bring bacteria, fungi, and viruses into your workspace, leading to allergies and more frequent sick leave. Spending an extra half an hour cleaning may seem like a big commitment, but it’s worth it in the long run!

 

4. Not cleaning the bathroom
We understand that no one wants to clean the bathroom, but this office area is one of the most significant breeding grounds for germs (especially if it’s shared with other businesses and clients).

We would recommend that you clean the bathroom daily, including disinfecting the toilet and sink.

 

5. Not emptying the trash bin daily
Like bathroom cleaning, no one ever puts their hands up to empty the trash bin, but this is a crucial office cleaning task. Even day-old trash can lead to foul odours because of decaying food. Plus, it can pollute the air with harmful particles and microorganisms that cause diseases.

If you would rather spend more time working and making money, and less time cleaning, we recommend using professional cleaners such as Cleantastic Commercial Cleaners. We’re thorough cleaners you can trust!

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