When it comes to managing your office, whether you have carpeted or tiled flooring impacts aesthetics, along with the frequency and type of cleaning needed. Both have pros and cons, but knowing how to maintain them correctly can improve cleanliness and hygiene, creating a healthier working environment, while reducing long term maintenance costs.
Carpeted offices are inviting and warm. Carpets absorb sound, making larger spaces feel more comfortable. At the same time, they trap dust, dirt, allergens, and spills within their fibres.
Tiled offices are sleek and polished. Tiles are easier to clean and resistant to stains, but they can be noisy, cold, and require attention, especially around grouting, which can collect bacteria and dirt.
Carpeted offices require regular cleaning to ensure they are hygienic and clean, prolonging the life of your carpeting. We recommend the following cleaning frequency for carpeted offices:
Vacuum high traffic areas to remove dust, debris, and allergens at surface level, reducing the risk of them settling into the fibres. High traffic areas include communal spaces, entrances, and hallways
Vacuum all carpeted spaces, including under desks. Use a HEPA-filter vacuum to ensure all small particles are captured, improving indoor air quality.
Clean stains and spills that may have not been noticed. We do recommend addressing spills immediately to prevent long-term stains and odours.
Deep clean carpets and upholstery quarterly. Deep cleaning gets deep into the carpet fibres, removing dust and dirt, while helping to prolong the life of your carpets. Quiet offices with low foot traffic can consider a biannual deep clean.
Tiled offices tend to be easier to maintain, though they do require regular care to ensure that they remain clean and hygienic.
Sweep the floors to remove dust and dirt, focusing on high-traffic areas. Dirt particles can be abrasive and dull the finish of your tiles over a period of time.
Mop floors to prevent build up of grime, while keeping files looking bright and fresh.
Clean and inspect the grouting between the tiles. Use a grout cleaner or schedule professional cleaners as grout becomes stained and can harbour germs and bacteria, requiring thorough cleaning.
Seal the grouting to prevent moisture and stain penetration.
There is never a one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to carpet and tile cleaning frequency. Every office is unique, therefore your cleaning frequency will be determined by:
As mentioned above, every office is unique and therefore your approach to clean office flooring is bespoke to your needs. Carpeted spaces do require more frequent and specialised cleaning, maintaining their appearance, while improving indoor air quality. Tiled floors, on the other hand, are easier to manage. Remember to pay close attention to grouting, to maintain a professional image. Whether your office has carpets or tiles, the Sloane Cleaning Services team can help you keep them clean and hygienic, improving the longevity of your flooring, saving you money in the long run. Contact us now to find out more.