Should your office invest in adjustable desks?
For most office workers, our jobs require long periods of time sat at our desks in front of computers. In fact, the average Brit spends 9 hours a day sitting. Whilst this may be the norm, there is mounting evidence that a sedentary lifestyle can create some very serious health risks. To combat this occupational […]
Winter is coming
December signals the start of winter, and despite one of the warmest Novembers on record, you can be sure that during a British winter, adverse weather conditions are never too far away. For a facilities manager, heavy rain, low temperatures, strong winds, snow and ice present a formidable set of challenges throughout the festive season. […]
Let the light flood into your office
If you have commercial premises you have probably put a lot of work into making the exterior of your building as inviting and appealing as possible. It is important to show potential clients and customers that you keep up with the maintenance of your premises as it makes a good impression and helps to instil […]
Keep your premises clean throughout the winter
In the winter, we often neglect the exteriors of our buildings due to the weather. However, in commercial settings, particularly offices, it is vital you continue to have the exterior of your building cleaned throughout the year in order to maintain your professional image.
Blitz cleans for landlords just before Christmas
Christmas is a busy time for everyone, but the festive season can be even more hectic if you are moving home. As the UK rental market continues to grow there are record numbers of tenants taking up properties throughout the year, including over Christmas. This is of course great news for renters and landlords. People […]
Clean toilets make happy customers
First impressions count, and the condition of your toilets says a lot about how you run your business. Research shows that 50% of people would tell friends and family about a negative toilet experience and 46% would avoid going to an establishment based on a poor toilet review. So, with the cleanliness of your business’s toilet […]
Adjusting your cleaning plans for winter
Winter can have a major impact on office working environments. The cold weather will undoubtedly lead to more illnesses, and germs can spread quickly through the property if you don’t keep up with your cleaning requirements. To help reduce illness and absences, you may want to offer anti-bacterial products such as hand sanitiser to staff […]
Stop putting off that essential cleaning job
Cleaning in work environments is often a task that gets put off due to time constraints, or the perception that professional cleaning will be too expensive. We appreciate that it can be impossible for businesses running with a small staff to employ a full time cleaner. If you’re in need of thorough, professional cleaning but […]
The importance of providing a clean and safe learning environment
The importance of providing a clean and safe school environment for children is clear. A child’s school years are a time to learn and grow in safety, and schools have a duty of care to protect their students from sickness and injury. Whilst most people can recall their favourite teacher, few notice the work undertaken […]
Making your office furniture look like new again
Over time, the furniture and floors in your office are subjected to a large amount of wear and tear. Food and drink spillages can play havoc with the appearance and quality of chairs and carpets over the years, not to mention dirty hands, shoes, dust, pollutants and other contaminants. As time goes on chairs, curtains […]