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Optical brightener
September 8, 2023 Mark Violand

Should You Use Optical Brighteners on Carpet?

Carpet

Because optical brighteners do such a great job making clothes whiter and brighter, it’s very common to find them added to carpet cleaning detergents, as well as spot and stain removers. But is it really a good idea to use an optical brightener on carpet?

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Resilient Floors
August 2, 2023 HCPA Floor Care Products Division

Maintaining Your School’s Resilient Floors

Hard Floors

For many educational facilities, resilient floor maintenance is the largest single task. Because this work is so demanding, the custodial staff must use their time effectively. But with the right approach, facility managers can optimize floor maintenance, to keep costs down while your floors still look great.

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Maintaining a Rented Office Space
August 2, 2023 Bryan Christiansen

Maintaining a Rented Office Space

Facility Management

There’s more to maintaining an office space than emptying the trash cans and turning out the lights when employees go home for the evening.

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How to Seal and Protect Grout
July 26, 2023 Bill Griffin

How to Seal and Protect Grout

Hard Floors

Applying a penetrating sealer to grout looks like a simple process, but the closer you look, the more complex it becomes. There are certain things you need to know before you start the job.

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cleaning, cleaning service, spring cleaning
July 17, 2023 Julia Walsh

Freshen Your Facility With Focused Cleaning This Summer

Facility Management

If you missed the opportunity to do a spring cleaning, summer is also the perfect time to deep clean your facilities and remove build-up from all types of weather. Luckily for us, modern-day tools and technology can make the once tedious chore a breeze. With a detailed plan in place, the right products and solutions will refresh your facility in no time.

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The Connection Between Cleaning and Facility Image
July 13, 2023 Keith Schneringer

The Connection Between Cleaning and Facility Image

Facility Management

Better cleaning results contribute to improved facility image as well as improved occupant wellness.

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The ABCs and 123s of Restroom Care
July 11, 2023 Kathleen Misovic

The ABCs and 123s of Restroom Care

Restrooms

Restroom problem areas vary from school to school depending on the age of the students. With the smaller kids you're dealing with messes and with the older students you're dealing with graffiti, vandalism and theft.

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hardwood, wood flooring
July 10, 2023 Rama Sreenivasan

Flooring Contractors Turn to Technology

Hard Floors

App-free video technology makes it easy to continue delivering quality service at scale, no matter your team size. All employees need is a smartphone or tablet and internet access.

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Trends in Hard Floors
June 7, 2023

Trends in Hard Floors

Hard Floors

Watch this free webinar to discover the latest trends in hard floor materials, along with the best cleaning and care practices to maintain both new and existing flooring.

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Resilient Flooring Technology Delivers New Life to Old Floors
June 1, 2023 Dave Darche

Resilient Flooring Technology Delivers New Life to Old Floors

Hard Floors

If you’ve been avoiding having to replace old, dilapidated flooring due to cost concerns, you might want to check out the new technology that can help you update your flooring for less money.

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Choosing Quality
May 30, 2023 Tim Poskin

Choosing Quality

Business and Management

What are you doing to ensure that the cleaning service you choose for your facility will provide the highest quality? Check out these key factors to consider before you make your decision.

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Are Allergens Underfoot in Your Facility?
May 24, 2023 Jennifer Whelan

Are Allergens Underfoot in Your Facility?

Health and Safety

People or activity can kick the dust and allergens from the floor into the air—therefore into the “breathing zone” for sensitive individuals.

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