Cleaning & Building Maintenance Plan to perform
design and purchasing decisions. The exact origin of the phrase: ‘He who fails to plan, plans to fail’ is cause for discussion, but the wisdom of the words is not up for debate. This sage advice, oft-quoted by
management gurus and business consultants, can be applied to a whole host of situations, from job interviews, to sales presentations and even marriage proposals! But when designing a new building, or refurbishing or extending an existing one, it is absolutely crucial. Flooring remains one of the most important considerations in any building or maintenance project, and one to which architects, property developers and FMs should give close attention. Trends in interior design mean that a wide range of different looks can be achieved – but how suitable are these fashionable flooring materials for the use of the building, and how will you maintain their good looks going forward?
When making choices on flooring materials it’s essential that you don’t just think of today, but tomorrow too. Floors that preserve their looks for longer and provide a comfortable, welcome and safe environment for employees, customers and visitors, can only be delivered through
Flooring has to stand up to some tough treatment, but with the right care it can remain attractive and fit for purpose for longer. Ricky Smith, Truvox International’s UK Field Sales Manager, explains why considering how your flooring will be maintained in the future should play a crucial part in your
effective cleaning regimes. Knowing what you will need to keep your floors looking good – saving you time and money in the long run – will play a major part in your design decision.
Suitable materials
and machines The purpose of your building will determine the type of flooring you need – and this may vary from place to place within it – so a full site survey is essential. For example, the flooring material in a school corridor, where footfall from pupils and staff is very high, will be different to the type of flooring needed for the headteacher’s office. Healthcare settings will also need specialist flooring materials to suit a variety of locations, such as wards and waiting rooms, and while the boardroom of a blue-chip company may require an expensive, deep pile carpet, a shiny stone floor may be more suitable for its glass atrium reception area.
“As business needs change, contract cleaners adapt.”
All these different flooring materials will need specific cleaning equipment and regimes to maintain them. When it comes to carpets, it’s advisable that all areas are vacuumed with a commercial grade vacuum cleaner on a daily basis. Vacuums incorporating High-Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filters will help to minimise airborne spores and organisms that could spread infections – particularly pertinent for healthcare providers – but they also help in a general work
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