Eco-Friendly Ice Melt Alternatives

As global warming continues to rise, it is critical to consider your impact on the environment. Implementing waste sorting programs, creating a bring-your-own-dishes-to-work policy, using motion sensors for soap dispensers and hand dryers, and going paperless are a few of the many ways you can minimize your business’s impact on the planet. Another green initiative includes using eco-friendly ice melt alternatives. Salts and chlorides present in most chemical-based ice melts negatively affect our ecosystem by entering our waterways. When ingested by animals, ice melt can cause severe harm. There are many store-bought eco-friendly ice melt alternatives; however, these items you may have in your cupboard will also suffice.

Pickle Brine

The high salt content in pickle brine combined with vinegar makes pickle brine highly…

Why Commercial Floor Maintenance is Crucial in the Winter

Commercial floors are meant to withstand heavy foot traffic but are not designed to withstand harsh winter elements. Commercial floor care helps extend the lifespan of commercial floors and protects them from wear and tear. Sealing hard floor surfaces and using anti-slip mats in high-traffic areas minimize the dirt, moisture, and mud tracked into a business. Give your business floors the gift of routine floor maintenance this winter with Clean Green Solutions’ commercial floor cleaning services! 

Protect Commercial Floors

Excessive rain and snowfall can make commercial floors slippery and cause them to mould or swell. Businesses with hard floor surfaces should consider sealing their floors. Sealing high-traffic floors protects commercial floors from water damage and adds traction. Businesses with carpets…

Winter Office Safety Hazards You Should Be Aware Of

Every season has its unique challenges. The winter brings cold temperatures, more precipitation, and less daylight. Recognizing potential office safety hazards can prevent workplace injuries, and health risks, and boost employee morale. Make safety a priority this winter by hiring office cleaning professionals to maintain your business.

Wet Floors

Wet floors are the number one cause of slips, trips, and falls. Hard floor surfaces are especially slippery when moisture is present. Winter in Vancouver can be wet and rainy, making it difficult to keep commercial floors clean. Use absorbent, anti-slip mats in entrances and other high-traffic areas and consider waxing hard floors to enhance grip. Utilize hazard signs around the office to remind staff, customers, and guests of potential slipping hazards.

Icy Entrances…

Holiday Carpet Stains & How to Remove Them

Tis the season of stains! Enjoy the holiday season and its festivities without taking a toll on your office carpets. Tending to stains immediately prevents a stain from being deeply absorbed into carpet fibres and makes it easier to remove. Spot testing is critical when cleaning commercial carpets, especially when unsure about the material. Consider low-maintenance commercial floor options when designing your office space. There are a variety of common holiday carpet stains we often come across. Keep reading to learn more!

Red Wine

Red wine or mulled wine can be tricky to remove from carpets because of its dark pigment. Avoid rubbing the stain, as it will only deepen it. Instead, pour club soda on the stain and let it sit for 10-20 minutes. If the wine stain is still visible, repeat the process. Alternatively, pour salt on the stain…

Tips for Keeping Your Office Clean During the Holidays

The holiday season brings new seasonal cleaning challenges. Preventative cleaning is one of the best things you can do to keep your office clean and germ-free. Encouraging a “cleaning-up-as-you-go” policy in the workplace is a positive habit that can make all the difference during the holidays. Before we enter December, it is beneficial to communicate with your current office cleaning company and inform them of any expected changes in foot traffic, meetings, events, and problem areas, so you are both on the same page. Keep cleaning consistency high and ensure cleaning is a priority by implementing the following holiday office cleaning tips!

Make Daily Vacuuming A Habit

Daily vacuuming prevents rodents and pests and contributes to a clean workplace. During the holiday season, there is a lot more debris on the floor due to eating…

Why A Day Porter is Recommended During the Fall

The fall brings its own seasonal challenges. Hiring a day porter to clean during the fall can improve cleanliness, health, and safety and help your business be more productive. Increased rainfall and cold temperatures can create slipping hazards, especially with less indoor light. Sanitization and disinfection should be frequent during the fall to decrease workplace illness and promote good hygiene. Keep your business clean and green with Clean Green Solutions! Their janitorial and day porter services will help you maintain consistent cleanliness and ensure a safer workplace. 

Avoid Safety Hazards

Wet shoes, umbrellas, and coats cause puddling and pooling on hard floor surfaces. Damp leaves make commercial floors slick and can also be a slipping hazard. Routinely mopping throughout the day, using entryway rugs, and…

How to Keep Building Windows Clean During Rainy Season

Keeping commercial windows spotless during fall can be arduous, especially for businesses located on a busy road. A routine window cleaning schedule, proper cleaning supplies, and professional expertise can extend the lifespan of commercial windows and improve curb appeal. Many business owners put off building window cleaning during the fall in Vancouver due to wet and cold conditions; However, window cleaning can be highly beneficial. Frequent window maintenance in the fall protects commercial windows from the acid in rainwater, prevents mould, mildew, and grime build-up, and improves insulation. Ensure your commercial windows look their best this fall with the following building window cleaning tips!

Don’t Forget Interior Windows

When booking window cleaning services for your business, you may immediately …

The Different Types of Commercial Floor Cleaning Explained

There are many types of commercial floors and every floor material is different. Understanding the various types of commercial floor care is essential for preventing damage. Clean Green Solutions specializes in commercial floor maintenance and offers a variety of eco-friendly floor cleaning solutions for any floor. Here are some of the most common flooring materials we work with and the commercial cleaning methods we use.

Common Commercial Floor Materials Tile Laminate Vinyl Plank Hardwood Rubber/Cork Concrete Epoxy Carpet Commercial Floor Maintenance Methods

Commercial floors have heavy foot traffic and require commercial-grade floor cleaners and tools to avoid wear and tear. Specific floor care methods are recommended. When it comes to cleaning, it is highly beneficial to spot test, use non-abrasive tools, and…

The Impact of Autumn on Commercial Floors

Autumn can be wet and rainy as temperatures drop and we transition to winter. Routine floor care can make all the difference! Protecting commercial floors during autumn is important to avoid permanent damage and safety hazards. Not all commercial floors are alike and floor maintenance varies. Hiring a commercial cleaning company to maintain your office or building’s floors can reduce floor-cleaning mistakes and extend the lifespan of commercial floors. Here are some factors that affect the health of commercial floors that you should be aware of.

Moisture

Whether your business has carpets, hardwood, or another common commercial flooring material, keeping moisture away from floors is beneficial for preventing mould growth. Moisture in carpets creates stale odours, and bacteria, and can damage a floor’s surface. Hardwood…

How to Improve Your Business Cleaning Services

Commercial cleaning plays a vital role in the success of a business. It affects customer loyalty, staff morale, safety, and a company’s growth. Poor cleaning services create additional stress and add to the day-to-day workload. It is important to establish good habits from the start rather than waiting for your commercial cleaners to drop the ball. Here are some things you can do to improve your current business cleaning services or keep in mind when onboarding new cleaners.

Make Communication A Habit

There’s no such thing as overcommunicating when it comes to corporate cleaning. Frequent communication with a commercial cleaning company helps communicate effectively and guarantees high cleaning standards. Sharing insight and feedback regularly can help eliminate problems before they arise, such as poor cleaning,…