Foil Sloppy Weather
With the wet weather always just around the corner, it is important not to forget to keep
floors in your common areas clean and dry. Here are some tips on how to protect your floors from messy winter weather:
Walk Off
Matting
Adequate matting at the inside and outside of every entrance give customers and employees ample
chance to get a good portion of dirt, salt, and water off their feet before tracking it inside. It also helps to stop possible slip
and fall accidents due to wet shoes. (see next article for more details about matting)
Keep Sidewalks Clear
The less snow and ice on the paths leading to the building, the less likely it is to land inside the building.
Umbrella Stands
For a small investment, you have the ability to keep umbrellas from piling up and dripping all over the floors on a wet day.
Set a
Cleaning Schedule
Ice melting products can stain carpets, dull waxed floors, and degrade unprotected
wood. It's especially important for floors in high traffic-areas to be maintained appropriately to prevent costly deferred maintenance.
Arrange for extra services before bad weather sets in.
