Cleaning and Carpeting in Medical Facilities

CLEANING AND MAINTAINING CARPETING IN MEDICAL FACILITIES Four steps to ensure longevity of health care carpeting and maintain its dirt-trapping benefits Carpet selection 101 Choosing the right carpet material can make waiting lounges, meeting rooms and other areas with high traffic more comfortable, healthier and even safer. The best type of carpet for a health care facility is a commercial grade, low-nap nylon carpet." This type of material has great stain-resistance and resiliency, lowers the risk of spills wicking 'back to the surface and is easier to maintain compared with other fiber types. Best and safest ways to clean carpeting Extraction cleaning- processes that pull up and physically remove from the facility what comes 'up from the carpets, typically using hoses and extraction tanks - is always recommended. Look for services that use nontoxic cleaners, sanitizers and carpet-protecting products for maximum safety and to help carpets stay cleaner longer. Plan the cleaning during the slowest part of the day to minimize inconvenience and disruption to daily routines and activities. How often should the carpets in health care facilities be cleaned? At minimum, carpets should be professionally deep cleaned and sanitized every six months, and plenty of facilities do this quarterly if not monthly. Areas with heavier traffic, such as entryways and hallways, should be cleaned more frequently. Minimizing damage and extending carpet life Professional extraction cleanings once a quarter for high-traffic areas and at least every six months otherwise. Regular and thorough vacuuming. Spot cleaning/surface cleaning. SOURCE: https:/www.hfmmagazine.com/articles/3163-cleaning-and-maintaining-carpeting-in-medical-facilities PRESENTED BY: www.avalon-services.com.sg o on