by Janice Stewart | Aug 28, 2015 | Cleaning Science, Green Cleaning, Hotel/Housekeeping, Office Cleaning, Residential / Home / Maid Cleaning
The low cost and absorption power of sponges may be outweighed by the time and risk of decontaminating them properly between jobs. Sometimes we spend so much time looking at new (and old) tools to add to our arsenal of cleaning tools that we forget to review the ones...
by Janice Stewart | Jul 31, 2015 | Cleaning Procedure, Cleaning Science, Residential / Home / Maid Cleaning
Feather dusters may seem traditional and even romantic as a cleaning tool, but they can cost you a lot of money – in the time it takes to use and maintain them properly.Sometimes we spend so much time looking at new (and old) tools to add to our arsenal of cleaning...
by Janice Stewart | May 26, 2015 | Cleaning Procedure, Cleaning Science, Cleaning Tips, Green Cleaning, Safety and Health
Exploring “natural” grout cleaning methods In Part 2 of “Don’t Pout about Dirty Grout,” I am exploring the lowest impact chemical options (sometimes called “green” or “natural” cleaning solutions) for cleaning and whitening grout as well as protective options for...
by Janice Stewart | Apr 27, 2015 | Cleaning Science, Cleaning Tips, Green Cleaning
Clean grout is well worth the effort for the value it adds to your clients’ perception of a clean home.Cleaning dirty or discolored grout is a frustrating job, but doing it right adds immeasurable value to our reputation as cleaners. Grout in showers is exposed to...
by Janice Stewart | Mar 23, 2015 | Cleaning Science, Cleaning Tips, Featured Posts, Green Cleaning, Readers' Choice
An old home remedy might be just the solution you’re looking for. With growing awareness of the dangers of manufactured and even naturally-derived cleaning products growing among consumers, cleaning businesses have had to turn to “old home remedies” in an...