Office Kitchen Tips

On May 29, 2014, in Office area, by admin
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50-office-kitchen-tipsEvery office is different, but usually it is very important to have rules in every of them. Especially, kitchen rules are very important.

Here are several tips and rules that will help to save peace in your office.

  • Put your name on every product that is yours. If you brought food for everyone, write down that it is for everyone.
  • Don’t even touch the food that is not yours.
  • Wash the dishes and cups after every use.
  • If you see that something is pilled, or you have spilled something, wipe it up as soon as possible.
  • It is recommended to use a special cover for the microwave.
  • You need to plan when and how often to clean a fridge.
  • If you have noticed spoiled food in a fridge, throw it away.
  • If you have drunk the last cup of coffee from a coffee pot, it is recommended making fresh coffee for others.
  • Don’t bring lots of food to the office. The place in the fridge should be divided between the workers.
  • If you add cups or dishes to the drying rank, you need to put those that are dry away. The best way to dry the dishes and cups immediately.

If all the workers follow these rules, the kitchen will be really clean and neat. Be sure that no one forgets the rules. It is recommended printing them and placing the list in the kitchen.

 

Non-Toxic Cleaners For Your Office

On May 23, 2014, in Green cleaning, by admin
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49-nontoxic-cleanersThe choice of the eco-friendly cleaning products is getting wider and wider. There are lots of air-friendly cleaning products at the stores. But we also have the opportunity to save money and to prepare cleaners ourselves.

If you think that they do not clean well, you go wrong here. All of the natural cleaners work really well and at the same time are not so harmful and do not cause allergies.

To tell you the truth there are four basic components that will help you to prepare non-toxic cleaning solutions.

Here is the list of the most important components:

·         Baking soda can be used as an all-purpose cleaner

·         White vinegar is great for disinfecting and cleaning different surfaces, including glass

·         Borax cleans and deodorizes, it is great for cleaning toilets and bathrooms

·         Castile or glycerin-based soap is great for cleaning all kinds of surfaces

If you choose to go green at your office and to use only eco-friendly cleaners, you need to know that you will need to avoid harsh ingredients. Read labels and try to avoid toxic chemicals such as:

·         Glycol and butyl ethers – they are usually found in all-purpose cleaners

·         Terrenes which is contained in cleaners with citrus smell

·         Formaldehyde

·         Phosphates

·         Ammonia which is found in glass cleaners

These chemicals are known to cause different kinds of irritations such as eye, nose and throat irritations, headaches and nausea.

Scientific researches also show that exposure to these chemicals can damage your nervous system, liver and kidneys.

If you buy cleaners at the grocery stores try to look for those that are dye-free, perfume-free, phosphate-free, biodegradable and non toxic.

47-why-your-office-needs-janitorial-serviceAlmost every business needs a janitorial service, because professional cleaning company will do their job and your employees theirs.

Every business owner should realize one thing: customers like to see cleaners that work in the office. This fact gives them assurance in the cleanness of the restrooms, office area, reception, etc.

At the same time janitorial service shows to the customers that employees of this office do their own work, they are not distracted by other cleaning tasks. Customers will also agree that those companies who hire janitorial cleaning companies care about their business, about their employees and about their clients. Invest in your business by making it professionally clean.

The next advantage of having a janitorial service is that they make your workplace healthier. They know how to get rid of germs and bacteria. Professional cleaning companies keep your staff and your customers healthy by providing healthy and clean environment.

Managers need to realize that sick employees do not do their work professionally; working efficiency decreases significantly if the working environment is unhealthy.

And the last, but not the least advantage of the hiring of professional janitorial services is the efficiency. Keep in mind that if you choose professionals – they do the cleaning work professionally, without adding stress to your work and life.

If you are a business owner, you know that you are professional in the field you work. The same happens with janitorial companies. They are professionals in their cleaning work. Let the work be done by professionals!

Don’t waste your time cleaning floors and bathrooms – hire janitorial cleaning company and enjoy the clean working environment. Time is money and your time is valuable. Don’t waste it on unnecessary things!
Find a professional cleaning company and increase the productivity level of your business!

Easy Ways to Freshen Office Car

On May 5, 2014, in Odor removal, by admin
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46-freshen-office-carHow to make your drive to the office pleasant? Sometimes we drive the car that smells not really nice. Below are the pieces of advice from our experts that help to get rid of unpleasant odors.

Bath salt

Pour bath salt with strong fragrance into a small cotton bag. Place this bag into glove compartment. Every time you open it, you will surely enjoy the smell. Replace the bag when needed.

Potpourri wax tart

A potpourri wax tart is made and sold by candle companies. Experts advise to choose the scent you like and to place it into a cup holder in your car.

Fresh herbs

If you want to get rid unpleasant odors, we recommend placing fresh herbs on a newspaper in your car. Just leave these herbs to dry. The herbs will dry and bad odors will be removed.

Essential oils

Sprinkle several drops of your favorite essential oil onto mats. Use lemon or eucalyptus oil. They will help your car to smell nicely for the next several weeks.

 

How Clean Is Your Hotel Room?

On April 18, 2014, in Hotel cleaning, by admin
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45-how-clean-is-hotel-roomDoes your hotel look clean? No stains on the sheets, no hair in the bathroom, no dirt and dust. But is it really clean? There are no guarantees that someone hasn’t left the germs or bacteria.

Be careful and try this steps.

1.      Read reviews

Even before booking a room, read the reviews of the hotel you are going to stay at. Usually these reviews are honest.

2.      Have antibacterial wipes

According to the travel experts the germiest thing in a room is a TV REMOTE. To this list of germiest places we can add doorknobs, toilet flusher, faucets, ice bucket and phone. Wipe this things with antibacterial wipes before you touch them.

3.      Remove the bedspread

Travelers advise to remove it immediately, because these things are not changed after every traveler.

4.      Wash water glasses

Keep in mind that there are only two states that require hotels to sanitize water glasses, they are Kansas and Missouri. Before drinking from this glasses, at least wash them thoroughly.

5.      Wash your hands

Every mom teaches her children to wash hands. We also say: WASH HANDS in every season, especially at cold and flue season. Washing hands prevents the spread of germs. Use warm water and soap every time you wash your hands.



 

Spring Cleaning for Your Office

On March 26, 2014, in Office area, by admin
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43-spring-cleaningToday we are going to talk about several important tips for the office managers on how to move office workers into spring. These tips will help to increase office productivity, which is considered to be a matter of concern for many managers.
Here are several easy, but important solutions for an office spring cleaning.
Be more productive by getting more organized
Take a look on your desk. Is it cluttered? If the answer if yes, then it’s time to get rig of the unnecessary papers and knickknacks.
It is very important to have enough space for different organizers and folders. Organize all the documents and papers. Remember that there should be a system.
The next step is cleaning. Keep your office tidy, clean and germ-free. Use special cleaners and disinfectants frequently.
Experts say that a clean and healthy office may increase productivity level of your employees. Make sure that you have hand sanitizers and tissues everywhere in your office, especially in the most crowded and popular places like kitchen, restrooms, etc.
The results of the studies show that about 92% of office workers eat at their desks. It is perfect, when employees clean after themselves. In order to do that, you need to have different kinds of paper towels, cleaners and sprays.
Spring is time for redecorating of your office. Easy and cheap ideas will help you to refresh your workplace.
The best way to change your office is to paint the walls. If you have time and huge desire to change your office completely, experts recommend visiting a designer who can help you develop a project taking into consideration your needs and desires.
If you want to save money, try to work with what you already have. Instead of purchasing new things and furniture, try to update the furniture you already have.
Not only your desk and the workplace need a spring cleaning… Your computer needs it as well.
If you have resources, consider replacing old computers and laptops with new ones that will help to save space. New tablets help not only to save space, but they offer the possibilities to access needed information any time and anywhere.
If you don’t need to replace your laptop, then you need to clean it for sure. Remove any applications and folders from the desktop that you no longer use. Organize all the documents in your computer and delete those that are of no need.

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!

 

How to Pack Correctly?

On February 14, 2014, in Cleaning advice, by admin
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38-packing-correctlyVery often our work requires a great number of business trips; that is why every person who plans to go on a business trip needs to know how to pack things correctly.

Never pack as you go. Do not throw the things in your suitcase in the last minute, because more likely you will forget some stuff. It is recommended making up a list with the most essential things. This list will help you not to grab things that you don’t need and to be focused on the things you need.

Be sure not to take clothes that do not match. Organize your outfit at home; choose simple colors that can be matched with different colors and styles. Choose very basic things that can be appropriate for different meetings and gatherings.

Save space while packing. Shoes are the best place for small things like stockings. Don’t forget to use this space.

Also place your clothes into plastic bags, because plastic helps to reduce frictions. In plastic bags your clothes will be less wrinkled.

Good luck in your business trips!

Hand Sanitizer at Work? Do We Need It?

On January 31, 2014, in Office area, by admin
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36-hand-sanitizer-at-workExperts say that offices tend to have much more germs than other territories. What are the dirtiest things at the office? The answer is easy…the phone, computer and your desk. Scientists say that there are 400 times more bacteria on your desk than on an average toilet seat.

So, do we need a hand sanitizer at work?

YES, we need it.

Hand sanitizer at work will help you to get rid of bacteria, but you also need to remember that you need to wash your hands as often as possible and disinfect your workplace, telephone and computer with special disinfecting wipes.

It is recommended to keep a bottle with hand sanitizer on your desk.

Also place several bottles in public areas, kitchen (if you have one) and in a break room. If there is a special phone or other equipment in your office that is used by many people, place hand sanitizers near them too.

It is not recommended placing hand sanitizer in the restroom, because employees may substitute washing hands by using sanitizer. You need to remember that some bacteria cannot be killed by hand sanitizer that is why it is highly recommended washing the hands as often as possible, especially when the flue season starts.

Be healthy and take care!