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By Sam Dyer How do you keep a commercial washroom clean and stocked? Use a recorded routine covering toilets, basins, touchpoints, floors, bins and dispensers. Check soap, toilet paper and hand-drying supplies, and adjust inspection frequency to usage. Choose products for the surface and task, follow their instructions, and investigate persistent odours or leaks rather than relying on fragrance. A clean washroom makes a big difference to how people feel about a business. Whether you manage an office, pub, restaurant, school or other commercial premises, a well-maintained washroom helps create a positive impression and provides a more comfortable environment for staff and visitors. But keeping washrooms clean involves more than giving the toilets a quick wipe. From tackling limescale and persistent odours to keeping soap dispensers topped up, a good washroom cleaning routine needs to cover several different tasks. In this gui...

By Sam Dyer If you've ever compared laundry detergents or professional cleaning products, you've probably come across terms such as bio, non-bio, enzymatic and biological. But what do these terms actually mean? The short answer is that biological cleaning products use enzymes or microorganisms to help break down organic soils , while non-biological products don't rely on enzymes in the same way. Understanding the difference can help you choose the right type of cleaner for the job, particularly when you're dealing with stubborn stains, odours, grease or organic waste. What Does "Bio" Mean? In cleaning products, bio is short for biological. A biological cleaner contains biological ingredients, most commonly enzymes , which help break down particular types of organic matter. Different enzymes work on different substances. For example: Proteases break down proteins Lipases br...

By Sam Dyer Keeping a pub or bar clean is about much more than making things look tidy. With drinks being served throughout the day and evening, spills, grease, food debris, fingerprints and general dirt can quickly build up. A good cleaning routine helps keep customer-facing areas looking their best, while also making sure glasses, beer lines, kitchens and washrooms are properly maintained. Whether you're running a traditional pub, cocktail bar, restaurant bar or busy hospitality venue, this guide covers some of the key areas to include in your cleaning routine. Why Is Cleaning So Important in Pubs and Bars? Pubs and bars can be particularly demanding environments when it comes to cleaning. Tables need regular attention, floors can quickly become sticky, and bar equipment needs to be cleaned properly to maintain hygiene. Some areas also need specialist products rather than a standard surface cleaner....

By Sam Dyer How do you dilute cleaning chemicals correctly? Use the product’s instructions for the exact task, measure the concentrate and water, and follow the specified application and contact time. Check whether the dose is stated per litre of water or per litre of finished solution. Ready-to-use products should be used as directed, without assuming they need dilution. When it comes to professional cleaning, it can be tempting to think that using more cleaning chemical will give you better results. In reality, using the correct dilution is just as important as choosing the right product. Many professional cleaning chemicals are supplied as concentrated formulas, particularly larger 5-litre products. These need to be diluted with water before use, according to the manufacturer's instructions. Getting the ratio right can help you achieve better cleaning results, avoid unnecessary waste and use cleaning chemicals safely....