Cleaning Tips for Restaurants

On March 16, 2014, in Restaurant cleaning, by admin
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42-cleaning-tips-restaurantHygiene at the restaurants should be a number one matter. In order to be productive and effective your restaurant should keep to the health regulations and codes.

Here are several tips from our cleaning experts that will help you to keep your restaurant clean and germ-free.

·         The main thing in a clean kitchen is floor drains. They should always be clean and well-maintained.

·         All the floors at the restaurant should be covered with special anti-slip coating. It will help your visitors not to fall, but at the same time it will keep the floor clean. You may use extra layer of coating in the hard to reach spots.

·         If you use mops and buckets at your restaurant, you need to remember that these things should be cleaned every day. They should be also disinfected once in a while.

·         A good buffer is a great helper at the restaurant. Buff the floors at least once a week. The best way to buff the floor is to use a special machine. Choose a small one that will be perfect for your kitchen.

·         You also need to remember that all the cleaners and other chemicals, as well as mops and buckets, should be stored in a special place. This will help them to remain clean and stay away from any pests.

        And let me mention again, if you want to save time and be sure that your restaurant is clean and shiny, our company will help you with that. We know how to work and please our clients.

40-tips-for-office-preparing-for-springSpring is the time when we try to bring everything in order. The same can be said about office. Let’s declutter and clean our offices and keep them tidy.

First of all try to get rid of all the unnecessary things that clutter your work space. Throw all the papers that you don’t need. Get rid of the unnecessary knickknacks, pens, etc.

Experts say that it is very important to have special zones for daily functioning. Usually you will need to have a workspace with a computer, a storage area, a filing area for the documents and a place for meetings.

Your workplace with a computer should not be cluttered with things that you don’t need. The only things that you will need in this area are a computer and a notebook with several pens. All the other things should be stored somewhere else.

Experts also recommend creating a special system for your papers. It is difficult to recommend something here, because every person should create it according to his needs.

The same can be said about filing. Prepare different folders in different colors for the documents that you work with.

Nowadays in the time of new technologies and internet experts began to pay attention to the digital clutter. They say that digital clutter is just as stressful as usual physical one. That is why it very important to keep your e-mail in order.

At the same time declutter your desktop of the computer. Delete all the unnecessary documents and icons. Create a logical digital filing system. And please, do not stick the notes or reminders to the monitor; they only distract you from work.

And one more important thing…disinfect regularly.

Even if you consider yourself to be a neat person, you still need to disinfect your work area. Use special disinfecting wipes for the computer, the mouse and the keyboard. Don’t forget about the phone and the desk. Try to disinfect at least one a week. Experts say that you need to develop a habit of keeping your office clean. A clean office makes you more productive!

 

39-cleaning-of-homeofficeIf you work at home, usually you spend lots of hours in your home office. Most people do not like to work in a mess that is why it is very important to keep your workplace in order for increasing your productivity!

Here are several quick tips that will help you to de-clutter your working space.

First of all, you are to clean all the surfaces using a microfiber cloth. You may add lemon into the water, it will help to disinfect and to add pleasant odor.

Don’t forget to pay attention to your desk, shelves and tables. Remove all the papers and other things and wipe down the surfaces. When you clean your desk, only return the things that are really needed.

The next thing you need to clean is your electronics.

Computer, keyboard, mouse, phone. All these electronics are dirty and full of germs. Your task is to clean and to disinfect the surfaces.

Use a damp cloth for cleaning. You may also add vinegar into the water for better cleaning. LCD screens are recommended to be cleaned with special LCD cleaning solutions.

When you are done with the cleaning of the outside of the room, it is time to clean the inside. I mean different drawers and cabinets.

Look through the papers and things that are found in your drawers. Everything that is not needed and is not used should be thrown away immediately.

Use folders for the papers and bins for other small things.

Now it’s time to clean floors.

Throw away everything that is not needed. Vacuum carpets and wash floors. Don’t forget about the spaces that are difficult to reach.

After this quick cleaning you will really like your shiny office.

 

Homemade Car Wash

On December 27, 2013, in Cleaning advice, by admin
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Everybody knows that it is very important to keep your car clean. Usually the car may tell a lot about its owner. It goes without saying the car should be clean.

We spend lots of money on cleaning products for your car, but the experts say that there are receipts of very efficient homemade cleaning products.

In order to prepare it you will need pure castile soap, spray bottle with the mixture of equal parts of vinegar and water, washing soda, salt, all-purpose wax, interior polish and some other things that can be found in every house.

You need to start cleaning your car with the outside. The car should be washed not on a sunny day, because water will dry too fast and will leave stains.

Experts say that first of all you need to rinse the car and wash away all the biggest dirt.

Use soapy water and add pure castile soap to it. After washing it, use clean water and rinse the car well. Change water if needed and rinse one more time.

Now you need to dry it using a clean and a soft towel that will not leave scratches or stains.

For the cleaning of the inside of the car you need to use a vacuum cleaner first. You may also disperse baking soda on the seats and leave it for some time. Then vacuum it.

Use the mixture of water and vinegar to wash all the inside interior.

And now it’s time to finish washing your car with washing wheels, windows and mirrors.

Prepare a paste out of washing soda and salt, use equal parts. Use this paste on rims and tires and leave it there for about 10 minutes. Then scrub and rinse thoroughly.

If you want your chrome surfaces shine, then use a mixture of vinegar and water.

Windows and mirrors clean with the help of the vinegar. Spray it and let it sit there for several minutes and then rinse it well.

Now your car is clean and you are ready to go to work.

 

 

How to Organize Photo Wall in the Office?

On December 18, 2013, in Organizing tips, by admin
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31-how-to-organize-photosUsually the walls in the office are dull and grey. How to make them bright? Experts recommend creating a special picture wall on it. Doesn’t matter what kinds of pictures you will choose, they surely will brighten your office.

First of all, you need to pick up the right wall. This wall should be big enough and empty without bookshelves and other pieces of furniture.

This wall should be well lit in order to see all the objects that will be hanging there. Pay attention to the color of the wall. Choose the color which will serve as a great background for your pictures.

Now is the time to choose pictures. Pay attention to the balance between colored pictures and those that are done in black and white. Choose pictures that will calm your customers. The best way is the pictures that depict nature. Such beautiful photos will add life to your wall.

The next important thing for the picture is a frame. Designers recommend sticking to one color (black, white or brown), the sizes of the frames as well as pictures may vary.

The next step is to lay all the pictures on the tale or on the floor. Choose the best combination for you, balance large and small frames and leave enough space between them.

When you will be satisfied with the layout be sure to repeat it on the wall. Take a pencil and mark the places for the pictures. Don’t forget that the pictures should hang straight, that’s why you will need to use a level.

When the preparation is done and the nails are hammered, it’s time to hang pictures. Once your frames with pictures are on the wall, check the layout. If you don’t like something, try to change places of the frames.

Add extra light to the wall, place a sofa or a set of arm-chairs on the opposite side in order to pay attention of the clients to the wall.

And do not stop, add new frames and pictures that will brighten the wall more and more.

 

Carpet Cleaning Tips for Your Office

On November 4, 2013, in Floor Cleaning, by admin
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29-carpet-cleaning-tipsClean office is the real face of how the office works. That’s why it is very important to have clean carpet in your office and not only on the day of cleaning, but all the year round. Professional janitorial service shares cleaning tips for your carpet.

1.      If you use the help of janitorial service, make sure they vacuum all the areas which are most frequently used at least two or three times a week, and the rest of the carpet at least once a week.

2.      Professionals recommend using special floor mats under the chairs, because it will save your carpet from scraping.

3.      You also need to make sure that cleaning crew uses stain-resistant carpet protector after cleanings.

4.      Make sure that a commercial cleaning company is ready to help you as soon as possible when a heavy stain occurs on the carpet.

5.      Cleaning crew shouldn’t also forget to clean under the rugs and carpets from time to time.

6.      If you don’t want the color to transfer from the furniture to the floor, use protective blocks for several days after cleaning.

7.      It is much better to clean carpets and furniture on the same day, because it will save time and won’t interrupt the working process.

When your carpet is properly maintained and cleaned, its’ life will be extended. But be sure to choose the right company that provide commercial cleaning services, choose the most professional company.

If you still look for a professional commercial cleaning crew, our cleaning company that works in Seattle and the area will gladly help you.

 

Stay Away from Flu at Workplace

On October 31, 2013, in Public cleaning, by admin
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28-stay-away-from-fluCold and flu season is coming. What has your company done to keep the employees safe from flu? Does your commercial cleaning company use the special techniques to keep the environment flu-free?

Public place is a very germy place. Germs are easily transmitted from one person to the other very easily, so your commercial cleaning company should provide the germ-free environment.

Just think about all the surfaces that are found in the office and are used by many employees. There are a great number of surfaces that should be disinfected, but nobody even wipes them down.

This is the mistake of your commercial cleaning company.

Of course, it a good idea to have a commercial cleaning company to look after the cleanness in your office. But you need to choose the ones that will not only clean the floors and the mirrors, but those who will perfectly clean and disinfect all the surfaces in your office.

During cold and flue season your cleaning crew should prevent such bacteria like staphylococcus, streptococcus and E.coli, cold and flu viruses using new bacteria fighting techniques and practices.

If a commercial cleaning crew uses green products to clean the office, it’s even better, because it will help to avoid allergies and other health diseases. Your employees will surely thank you.

If you are looking for a good janitorial company in Seattle, our crew will be ready to provide the full range of cleaning services for you. If you have any questions, just give us a call.

How to Clean Your Cell Phone?

On October 25, 2013, in Cleaning electronics, by admin
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26-how-to-clean-cellphoneCell phones, especially those with touchscreens, get dirty very quickly and easily. Dust, fingerprints, food stains and other unpleasant things can be found on them.

Studies have shown that cell phones are home for a greater number of more harmful bacteria than keyboard or doorknobs.

Another study has proved that infectious microbes and viruses can easily enter your body through eyes, nose and mouth.

Cleaning of your cell phone with touchscreen may seem a crazy idea at first sight, but it should be done no matter what.

The main idea in cleaning your cell phone is being gentle with it. Be careful with choosing methods and device that will be used for cleaning.

All the cloths that you will use should be soft and all the cleaners should be mild.

All kinds of wipes are designed for cleaning and disinfecting cell phones, but our experts recommend using DIY products. You may moisten a cloth with a mixture of 40% isopropyl alcohol that is available at any drug store with 60% of water. This solution will not only clean your cell phone, but it will also disinfect it easily.

There are several “Don’t” things that should be kept in mind.

1.      Don’t use a paper towel. Rough fibers can scratch the display surface. Microfiber cloth is the best one to use.

2.      Don’t use any kind of glass cleaner that contain ammonia, because these chemicals will damage an LCD display.

3.      Don’t spray water directly on your phone, just use a moisten cloth to wipe a cell phone down.

25-interesting-cleaning-tipsWe spend most of our life at work. We are overloaded with all the tasks we need to perform. No wonder we do not have time to organize papers on our desk and always are looking for the car keys in this mess.

The first thing you need to understand is that when you leave your office or desk try to leave it clean.

File all the documents that you have been using today and find special folders for them. Find at the store a special organizer that will help you store all the papers and documents.

We are talking not only about your paper documents but also about your computer. Don’t forget to organize all the documents in it. Make folders and don’t collect your documents on the desktop.

Experts recommend starting Monday with cleaning your electronics.

Clean places with the largest number of germs in the office: a computer keyboard, a mouse and a phone. There are special gadgets that can be used for cleaning your electronics, but we are sure that a usual antibacterial wipes will work perfectly.

The next step in making your office shining is decluttering of your desk.

Most people leave thing here and then try to find them in the piles of papers and documents. Once and for always clean your table, throw away everything that you don’t need and assign a special place for the things that are used and needed.

If you put everything in the right place, you won’t have mountains of unneeded things.

And one more thing you need to do is to throw away all the junk from your table and from the drawers.

The next time someone gives you a calendar or a card as a present from the partner company, it’s better to throw it right away in order not to make a mess on your desk.

Home Cleaning Tips for an Office

On October 2, 2013, in Cleaning industry, by admin
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18-house-cleaning-tipsOf course, it’s much better if your office or a company has a professional cleaning crew that looks after the cleanest on the territory. This crew works on a special schedule and they do not come every day. What can be done to keep your office clean while the janitorial company is away?

What are the special tips that will keep your office in a perfect shape between cleaning?

First of all, pay attention to cleaning dust. With a great number of papers and people dust appears faster than at home. Ask your employees not to forget to clean dust on their tables, on the lamps, monitors of the computers, etc.

Computer keyboards do need a special attention. Keyboards draw dust, dirt, food crumbs like magnets. This happens because almost all the employees eat and drink at their desks. That’s why food crumbs and different spilled stains are the usual things. The main thing that will help you to keep your keyboard clean is taking it away when eating.

But you can also clean a keyboard with sticky notes; it’s a great tool that works wonderfully.

If you have carpeted floors and you realize that they start smelling strange, just sprinkle baking soda. Leave it for an hour on the carpets and then vacuum it. You will immediately see how clean and refreshed are.

Do you have a microwave oven on your office kitchen? If yes then you also know how quickly it becomes dirty. To clean it you can pour white vinegar in a bowl and put it into the microwave for 10 minutes, afterwards just wipe all the dirt from the inside of the microwave with a paper towel.

Lemons also help a lot with cleaning of the microwaves, besides lemon will leave a pleasant odor in the microwave.

In order to be successful office should be clean.

If you still haven’t found a good commercial cleaning company, call Pro quality Office Cleaning, the best cleaning company in Seattle and Seattle area.