Language school carpet cleaning in Cambridge

Language Schools in Cambridge famously attract students from all over the world and the local economy benefits greatly from the influx of foreign capital into the cit.

In return it is only fair for language school students to expect the best and most presentable learning and living environments. By offering Language School Students in Cambridge what they expect and more the language schools in Cambridge will benefit from repeat and referral business from these students.

One day the students attending classes in Cambridge will have kids themselves and if they had to sit in a canteen with dirty old worn out floors and stay in hostels with smelly carpets they will be very unlikely sending their children to the wonderful City of Cambridge we call home. We all therefore have an obligation to offer these students the best experience ever as we all benefit from their presence in Cambridge.

The relationship between a healthy living and learning environment and the productive high performing student.
Dirty, worn carpets don’t give a good impression to employees, students and visitors. If students live in rooms where mould grow and dust mites thrive they will be much more likely to under-perform and take more sick days. The impact on the performance of the language school in Cambridge will be directly linked to the performance of the student.

Regular carpet cleaning is necessary to offer a healthy learning and living environment for students in Cambridge.

Carpets and soft furnishing care as an investment and not a cost
Carpets take a lot of daily wear, especially in school. Keeping carpets clean not only make them look better but it also extends their life expectancy. This will be the return on investment in regular cleaning. Carpeting and soft furnishings can be installed but if not maintained you will see the life of the items greatly reduced – It’s like buying a new car and never taking it for a service.

 Dirt in the carpet will wear the fibers out more quickly!  So cleaning your carpets regularly will save you a lot of money in the long run. Replacing carpet can be very expensive!

Art of Clean is a specialist cleaning firm in: 

Wood Floor Sanding,

Stone floor Cleaning,

Carpet Cleaning,

Rug Cleaning,

Upholstery Cleaning 

Leather Furniture Cleaning, 

Working for domestic or commercial clients throughout Cambridgeshire, Essex, Suffolk and Hertfordshire.

For more information on our services contact our friendly team on 01223 863632 or email us at info@artofclean.co.uk

How to clean commercial carpet floor tiles

Floor tiles make a great floor covering for an office or any other commercial space that gets a lot of foot traffic because of its comparable low maintenance and low replacement cost.

In a commercial setting people are less likely to take personal responsibility over the spills and dirt that they contribute to the flooring, so an easy to manage and easy to maintain flooring is key to keeping the floor looking clean at all times.

Carpet tiles that have been badly stained or otherwise damaged can be replaced individually which makes it a great advantage over a full floor covering of carpet or vinyl which will need a full replacement at a considerable cost!

So how do you clean carpet tiles?

Well, very much like the carpet in your home really except often you are able to lift a tile out individually and clean it if need be.

1.  Regular and thorough vacuuming:
Regular cleaning by the office cleaning team will go a long way to keeping your carpet tiles clean.  Most people will not bee too inclined to clean their shoes thoroughly before entering the office so external dirt and debris will build up quickly.  Much of this will work its way deep down into the pile where it will cause pile abrasion, lessening the lifespan of the carpet.  To prolong the life of the carpet you must employ a good vacuum technique ~

How to vacuum the carpet tiles effectively:

• Vacuum heavy soiled areas daily to keep levels of dirt to a minimum - the pile of quality commercial floor tile is strongly secured so breakdown of the carpet should not be an issue.
• For cut pile carpet tiles using a vacuum with brushes will increase its cleaning capabilities ~ loop pile carpet tiles will be damaged buy the brushes so it is necessary to just use a suction attachment.
• Vacuuming the carpet in multiple directions helps to remove more dirt
• Do not vacuum too quickly! A slower movement gives the vacuum time to  extract the dirt from deep down in the pile.

2.  Stain removal:
This can be a real problem in an office as people will drip their tea or coffee and not think twice about cleaning it up! Why would they when you have a cleaner for that?!  Well, this is a problem because although the carpet tile is designed to be stain resistant it is still limited.  And, as with all types of stain removal on all surfaces ~

Immediate action can make all the difference!

Where possible, try to encourage your staff to clean up their own spills.  It is important to remind them that rubbing a stain will only spread it!  Instead, use a clean cloth and dab the worst of it away.  This will make the stain removal at a later point a much more manageable task.

3.  Carpet clean
Now this is different to vacuuming, this is a deep clean that will help to extract a lot of the dirt and allergens that a vacuum cleaner cannot reach, and will remove stains.

Some companies may have an in-house carpet cleaning machine that is used by the office cleaners, however the best carpet clean method it hot water extraction as this will remove the dirt more successfully due to its powerful suction capabilities.  Using a carpet cleaning machine that has poor suction will only clean the top of the carpet, leaving much of the dirt and allergens deeper in the pile which will work their way up to the surface and make the carpet quickly appear dirty again (re-soiling).


For more information on how to maintain your commercial carpet floor tiles or to find out more about our commercial floor cleaning service contact our friendly team on 01223 863632 or email us at info@artofclean.co.uk.

Art of Clean are specialists in: 

Carpet Cleaning,

Rug Cleaning,

Upholstery Cleaning 

Leather Furniture Cleaning, 

Hardwood Floor Cleaning,
Stone floor Cleaning,

Working for domestic or commercial clients throughout Cambridgeshire, Essex, Suffolk and Hertfordshire.

Which Commercial Mopping System is Right for Your Building?

Which Commercial Mopping System is Right for Your Building?

Standard Mop Buckets

Mop buckets come in a range of colours and designs. Most common buckets are provided in colours that compliment colour-coded cleaning regimes and have detachable wringers and handles removing the wringer allows the bucket to be used as an ordinary pail for other general cleaning tasks. It also makes cleaning the bucket a lot easier for the operative.
The wringer is designed to accommodate socket mops. Also, in common with other areas of the industry, JANGRO can supply buckets that incorporate a slip hazard sign on the outer casing as an added safety feature.
Kentucky Mop Wringer Buckets
Unlike general wringer buckets, these are designed for use with Kentucky mops. They are larger than normal buckets and must be used in conjunction with a suitable wringer. This wringer fits to the rim of the bucket and incorporates a draining container with two moveable rollers. The rollers are controlled by means of a handle and when applied the mop is lifted through the rollers for wringing. They are not suitable for use with any other mop.
Bucketless Mopping
The innovative Rubbermaid Pulse Floor Cleaning System  is designed for cleaning smaller floor areas – where mixing a bucket with water and chemicals would be inefficient. – or for touch-up cleaning between bucket & mop cleanings. The built-in reservoir carries 0.6L of cleaning solution – enough to clean up to 80m2. That makes it perfect for offices, retail shops, education facilities, hotels and hospitals. Also available is a Clean-Connect Pulse Caddy that can be stored on a cleaners trolley. The caddy holds 7.5L of cleaning liquid – to clean more than 930m2.
You can now Combine the Pulse mop with the High-capacity FLOW Backpack system, which allows user controlled release of solution. Help reduce labour costs and improve worker productivity and well-being. Ideal for spot cleaning and to clean anywhere where you can not take a bucket. The Flow holds 5.6L for cleaning up to 820m2 of floor surface. The 7.5 cm diameter opening makes refilling clean & easy (Stairs, tube stations, trains)
Flat Mopping Systems

The Vileda Ultraspeed flat mopping system. Here is a good example modular wet flat mopping system designed for easy, efficient, time saving floor cleaning. Both handles come with colour coded grips. Kit: 25lt bucket, levered wringer, chassis, wheels, mop frame, microlite mop pad
Dual Buckets
Dual buckets are used when cleaning solutions and clean water are required when wet mopping is being done. They can incorporate wringers allowing cleaning operatives to carry out two tasks without using two buckets.
Galvanised Steel Roller Buckets

Where colour-coding is not an issue, galvanised wringer buckets can be used. They are manufactured for use with socket and Kentucky mops, but can prove difficult to clean, due to the wringer being welded to the main body of the bucket. In modern establishments, their use is dying out but they are extensively used domestically.

 Mop Variations

Socket Mops
The term Socket or Dolly Mop refers to any ball type mop used for cleaning. These types of mop are the most commonly used within the UK cleaning industry and it is fair to say that every home probably has one. The reason why they are so commonly used is due to the fact that they are suitable for a variety of tasks and that they are used in work areas less than 30-40m.
They are made from 100% white cotton yarn and are double folded and attached to the socket. The socket itself performs two functions, the first being to hold the yarn securely and in such a way that it retains its shape. It also enables the mop head to be securely attached to the handle or “stave” to give it its proper name.
The traditional mop has a metal socket and is attached to a wooden stave; however, the use of coloured plastic varieties is becoming ever more prevalent throughout the industry as they will prevent the spread of bacteria as part of colour-coded cleaning systems. The plastic sockets attach to plastic coated metal handles that usually incorporate a rubber grip at the top, which makes it more comfortable when wringing. Also, plastic fittings make attaching and detaching mop heads much easier for the user to hold the yarn securely and in such a way that it retains its shape. It also enables the mop head to be securely attached to the handle or “stave” to give it its proper name.
The traditional mop has a metal socket and is attached to a wooden stave; however, the use of coloured plastic varieties is becoming ever more prevalent throughout the industry as they will prevent the spread of bacteria as part of colour-coded cleaning systems. The plastic sockets attach to plastic coated metal handles that usually incorporate a rubber grip at the top, which makes it more comfortable when wringing. Also, plastic fittings make attaching and detaching mop heads much easier for the user
Kentucky Mops
Like ordinary socket mops, Kentucky or Yankee mops as they are sometimes referred to are made from 100% cotton yarn, the main differences being that have a much longer yarn and are stitched in the middle using a polyester band to secure the yarn fibres and maintain its shape. The polyester band can also have an abrasive texture to enable the removal of stubborn stains and dirt from the surface being cleaned.
Again, like socket mops, they can be attached to ordinary wooden staves. This is done with the use of a metal “clip and plate” The clip will hold the Kentucky mop head in place and will attach itself to the plate. The metal plate is then attached to the stave. However, coloured plastic clip and plate attachments are readily available and can be attached and detached more easily than the traditional metal designs.
They are particularly effective for cleaning large areas of flooring and can also be used for laying floor polish. However, they can only be used in conjunction with the appropriate wringer bucket. (For further details refer to the Buckets and Mopping Systems above).
A variation on the Kentucky mop is the Rough Neck, which has an abrasive material added to the neck of the mop and helps to remove scuff marks.
Sponge mops
Sponge mops can be used for cleaning floors and vertical surfaces. They are usually supplied complete and replacement heads can be purchased.
The head itself is constructed using absorbent cellulose sponge and is attached to a metal strip, which in turn is mounted within the wringing mechanism.
There are two ways in which the sponge can be wrung. Both involve the use of a handle, the first of which will squeeze the head through two rollers. The other type will squeeze the head between two plates which move in a pincer-like motion.
They are particularly effective for dealing with spillages quickly and efficiently.
Microfibre Flat Mops
Because microfiber flat mopping systems are lighter in weight than traditional cotton mops, they are proven to reduce worker fatigue and possible injuries from mopping.
Composed of lightweight microfiber material, flat mopping systems eliminate the extra weight and stress that are put on a cleaner’s body while mopping with a traditional mop and bucket system. Flat mops also manoeuvre better traditional mops and leave the floor drier, they are probably the most effective mops available
Bonnet Mops
Bonnet mops can be used for cleaning hard floors in conjunction with standard speed rotary cleaning machines but are more commonly used for cleaning carpets.
As we saw earlier different bonnets and different techniques are used for carpet and hard surface cleaning.However, their use is declining due to the modern-day effectiveness of water extraction and steam cleaning techniques

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We are a professional cleaning company who specialise in Carpet, Rug, Hardwood floor, Stone floor, Upholstery and Leather cleaning for domestic an commercial clients.

 For more information about our services contact the team on 01223 863632 or at www.artofclean.co.uk to find out more.

Commercial cleaning services - Floor cleaning - Vinyl and carpet

 Commercial Carpet and Vinyl Cleaning

We have a big contract with Johnson Matthey in Royston, we maintain all their floors throughout the entire commercial property.  They have a large number of staff and visitors which leave a quite a lot of debris and stains on the carpet and vinyl flooring.

Here are a few images of our last clean - we cleaned the office floors, the corridors, the locker rooms and the toilets...and I have to say, without blowing my own trumpet too much, they look almost new again! Great job team! Now that's the message you want to be giving your customers and staff - "We care for our business, our property, out staff".  Without even realising it people will pick up on these efforts.

We are a professional cleaning company who specialise in Carpet, Rug, Hardwood floor, Stone floor, Upholstery and Leather cleaning for domestic an commercial clients.

 For more information about our services contact the team on 01223 863632 or at www.artofclean.co.uk to find out more.