Foul odors and dirty floors are two major factors impacting people’s perceptions of a facility, including restrooms. Knowing this inspired Imperial Dade to put together a collection of tips and tricks for effective restroom floor maintenance. Tip #1: Display Signage To Communicate Hazards Placing wet floor signs is an effective way of informing people that…
Read More >>As colder temperatures approach in many geographical regions, more people in charge of away-from-home facility care, including restrooms, will be looking to keep their building occupants extra safe from seasonal influenza and other sicknesses. Such precautions often involve the proper selection and use of sanitizers and disinfectants, according to Scott Jarden, President of The Bullen…
Read More >>Restrooms can make or break a building’s overall impression as it pertains to regular occupants and visitors. Having clean, well-stocked restrooms is essential to the satisfaction of tenants and guests, according to Kimberly-Clark Professional. Foul odors and waste are common issues. Problem: A Smelly Restroom By nature, restrooms aren’t always the freshest smelling spaces in…
Read More >>In a recent survey by Bradley Company, nearly 70% of Americans reported having a particularly unpleasant experience in a public restroom due to the poor condition of the facility. The top restroom aggravations included clogged or unflushed toilets; old, dirty or unkempt appearances; and unpleasant smells. “Unfortunately, businesses that neglect restroom cleaning and maintenance are…
Read More >>The theme for World Toilet Day 2024, scheduled for November 19, is “Toilets – A Place for Peace.” World Toilet Day is an annual United Nations Observance promoted through a worldwide public campaign to tackle the global sanitation crisis. “‘Safe toilets for all by 2030’ is one of the targets for the UN Sustainable Development…
Read More >>Porta potties have become a staple at outdoor events, construction sites, and various other locations where a traditional restroom isn’t accessible. While they may appreciate their convenience, not many people are aware of the interesting facts that surround these mobile restrooms. According to Doodie Calls (doodie-calls.com): They Were Invented for Ship Workers — The first porta…
Read More >>A clean, pathogen-free, fresh-smelling, and properly stocked restroom is a must for any facility. Unfortunately, restrooms can be a challenge to keep clean, and as a result, they are usually the No. 1 source for building maintenance complaints, according to Keith Schneringer, Senior Director of Marketing – JanSan + Sustainability at BradyPLUS (bradyplus.com). An effective…
Read More >>For many Americans, summer would hardly be complete without at least one trip to the ballpark. In fact, in a survey of baseball fans who recently visited one of the nation’s 30 professional ballparks, GP PRO found that 92 percent were satisfied with their overall ballpark experience. According to the survey, primary factors influencing a positive ballpark experience…
Read More >>New research released by hygiene product company Tork, an Essity brand, shines light on the difficulties Americans have in staying hygienic while using public restrooms in the United States. According to data gathered by Tork: Almost 1 in 3 Americans faced barriers to washing their hands in public restrooms. Around 1 in 5 experienced difficulties using…
Read More >>According to a GP PRO survey of 1,025 U.S. adults, nearly half believe Americans are behaving worse in public now than they did in the two to three years prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, and nearly 60% have witnessed such behavior in the last three months. “Of the 27% of survey respondents who specifically witnessed damage to…
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