Top 10 Ways to Wipe Away the Winter from Your Office

Top 10 Ways to Wipe Away the Winter from Your Office

Spring is almost here and we are all eager for a refreshing change in our weather. After a long Winter of staring at the office walls for months on end, your office is likely in need of some minor, or MAJOR, Spring cleaning.

The good news is that there are several approaches you could take to clean your office and make it more lively, both in and out!

1. Pressure-wash the exterior area

Is your building showing the wear and tear from a Minnesota Winter? Grime, water stains, dust, and salt can remain on your building long past the last snow.  Pressure-washing the exterior can do miracles and make your walls, as well as the environment, look new. Prior to utilizing the gear, be sure that the outside surface can withstand the high PSI power of a pressure washer and that you don’t have any exposed wires or untreated lumber in the open where it could come into contact with the water.  Pressure washing is something that nearly anyone can do.  You can get a brand new pressure washer that will work just fine for some basic clean up for less than $100 at your local home improvement store. Get a hose and some soap and you are ready to say bye-bye to the Winter time!

 

2. Set planters by the entranceway

Create a pleasant appearance and atmosphere by placing planters loaded up with beautiful flowers, blossoms, and foliage, next to the entryways. Plants in flowerpots regularly require more water and compost than those in the ground, so utilize hardier assortments of fertilizers that can help retain water and feed your plants. Some good flower choices include geraniums, zinnias and annual grasses for radiant spots, or coleus, begonias and crawling Jenny for obscure corners,

 

3. Intense clean commercial rugs and solid surface flooring

Regardless of whether you normally vacuumed the carpets and surface throughout the winter months, a ton of the salt, slush, and garbage that were tracked in by staff and visitors definitely find its way into the material of commercial rugs, carpets, and floor mats, leaving stains and deteriorating rug fibers. Consequently, it may be ideal to substitute floor mats in the event that they have tough and lasting stains or are beginning to twist around the edges (a clear stumbling hazard). Utilize a business steam cleaner and proper cleaning substances to lift grime and revive the fiber of carpets and rugs. Do likewise for hard surface flooring. This is something anyone can do, but if you would like more than a surface clean, this is best left to professionals.

 

4. Clean the windows

Since the days are longer, you'll want to use this to your advantage and allow as much sun in as  possible. The sun reveals dust, smudges, residue, and watermarks on your windows that weren't previously detectable. On the off chance that you have window screens, you'll need to take them off, vacuum behind them and wipe off sticking dust and residue. The windows on some edifice require window cleaning all the more frequently which is contingent on the sort of structure, area, and several variables. Also, the kind of business you operate has an effect, so enlist the services of experienced experts to properly manage the job.

 

5. Clean or substitute old plants

Despite the level of care you offer, that half-dead plant in the corner won't come back to life at any point in the near future. Indoor plants are moderately cheap and help to freshen up the air, so substitute those battered office plants with new ones. In addition, don't disregard those old, dusty and cobweb plagued fake plants either. Make sure you clean and dust them just like you would any other piece of furniture in your office.

 

6. Handle the break room

When was the last time you checked behind your break room cooler or beneath the microwave, coffee machine or under the toaster? Complete a full cleaning underneath these appliances and wash down ledges, countertops, floors, baseboards and wall surfaces. And most importantly take the time to dispose of the neglected remains and expired food in the fridge and freezer.

 

7. Deal with clutter

Clutter is anything that you will never need again, but can’t bring yourself to throw it away. If you feel wasteful throwing too much out, remember that you can always donate most things to charity so it does not go to waste.  Dispose of those old work stations, tables, seats, empty file organizers, obsolete office equipment, tapestries, and other neglected items that may have piled up in a back room for the entire Winter.  You can even hold a company sale and give staff first dibs. Thereafter, give the leftovers away to charity. Take whatever remains to a not-for-profit or thrift shop, recycle it or discard it conscientiously.

 

8. Cover your walls a new layer of paint

It's a great opportunity to fix scrape marks, gaps, patch holes, and dispose of that terrible wallpaper that from the ’90s that you have in the break room!  Just remember that color can have a big affect on employees, so choose wisely.  Gentler colors help staff to focus on their tasks, while more brilliant colors in board rooms promote coordinated effort and inspiration. Painting surfaces enhance greater adaptability to switch things later on, and various coatings are tough enough to stand firm in the face of tough daily use.

 

9. Clean the ceiling

Grime and dirt don't only build up on the flat, low surfaces; it can also accumulate on the actual ceiling as well. After some time, pollutants in the air, dust and other forms of dirt sticks to the ceilings making it look awful. There’s a need to clean ceilings to wipe dirt build up and cobwebs. In the event that you have acoustic tiles, stains and dust accumulation are normal. Replace stained or deteriorated tiles while ensuring you make use of the correct types of commercial cleaners that won't harm tile surfaces. As a result of the potential threats of cleaning high surfaces and damaging panels with the wrong cleaning agent, this job is best managed by a commercial cleaning and facility operator.

 

10. Hire assistance

Spiffing up your business by handling some parts of these tasks yourself is fair; however, more complex work should be left to experts to execute them accordingly. Employing somebody to deal with the major tasks guarantees that your business encounters less interruptions and staff can proceed with important work. Furthermore, employing professionals eliminates a good number of the risks related to cleaning, like, climbing ladders or making use of cleaning gear.

Feel free to contact Hallbrook Cleaning for an assessment and quote for your facility today.