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How to Know if Metal Surfaces Need Refinishing

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The best facility managers understand the importance of maintaining the metal surfaces in their buildings. Without a metal maintenance plan, a building's metal hardware and architectural surfaces can become dirty, dented, scratched, rusted, or dull. Commercial spaces, in particular, are prone to metal wear and tear due to high traffic throughout the building. Over time,…

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The Pros and Cons of Concrete Flooring for Commercial Buildings

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Polished concrete flooring is durable, attractive, and a great flooring choice for many businesses. From office environments and industrial settings to airports to retail stores and education – concrete surfaces are the perfect solution for all kinds of commercial spaces. Concrete has come a long way from its drab, gray, industrial beginnings. Today, decorative designs,…

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What Is Required to Maintain Commercial Stone Floors Properly?

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When it comes to commercial properties and office spaces, there is no more elegant or practical finish than stone. Establishing an effective maintenance program is crucial to keep commercial stone floors in good condition and looking their best. 1. First, identify the stone. The beginning phase of designing an effective maintenance program involves identifying the…

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5 Signs Your Carpet Isn’t as Clean as You Think

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We’re all guilty of looking at a stain-free carpet and assuming it’s perfectly clean. Especially in office spaces or commercial buildings, a carpet that looks hygienic is usually enough to justify putting off a deep clean for another few months. Your carpet may look clean… but is it really? Carpet is a collector of stuff.…

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What Causes Rust on Metal Surfaces and How to Avoid Metal Deterioration

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Rust on metal in a commercial space can damage a business's first impression on a visitor, whether on elevators, door handles, turnstiles, door frames, restroom partitions, fixtures, or other surfaces. Leaving rust unchecked, even in one part of a building, can take away from its overall appearance and leave a bad impression on both employees…

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The Top Tile and Grout Cleaning Mistakes

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The impact of clean, fresh tile and pristine grout on your building’s visitors cannot be understated. Every space you step into has an impact on how you feel, and the look of the tiled areas in your building is no exception. Keeping them clean makes visitors feel like they are entering an environment where effort…

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What’s the Difference Between a Janitorial Team and a Deep Cleaning Team?

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You already have a janitorial crew, so why would you need additional deep cleaning services for your commercial property? Janitorial can handle all of the cleaning needs, right? The idea that we should view janitorial crews and commercial deep cleaning teams as opposing forces is a misconception. In reality, both teams have unique strengths and…

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Tile Restoration: Let’s Reduce Waste Together

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The floors in the buildings you manage take a beating every day. Over time, all of this wear and tear takes its toll, leaving your floors looking dull and worn out. When it's time for a change, you might think your only option is to rip it all up and install a new floor. But…

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5 Ways to Extend the Life of Your Commercial Carpet

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In most commercial buildings, carpet is one of the most significant interior design investments; it’s also one of the most abused. Causing companies to replace their carpet after only a few years of use is a big hit to the budget and the landfill, as carpet takes over 100 years to decompose. Commercial carpets can…

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4 Common Myths Surrounding Commercial Carpet Cleaning

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Before working with our Care Team, quite a few of our clients had a much different view and opinion of commercial carpet cleaning. The misconceptions surrounding commercial carpet cleaning could be due to several reasons, but we’re not here to discuss that. Instead, we’re here to outline some of the myths we’ve come across and…

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