With an increase in shared meeting spaces, staff eating at their desks and hot desking, there is no better day that today ‘Global Handwashing Day’ to highlight handwashing. Recent studies show that not only does handwashing reduce and protect disease, it is also known to bring wellbeing and happiness to people. Our hands have the…
The 17th October sees the UK part of a global campaign to recognise the hard work and dedication of cleaning staff. USS are delighted to highlight that the CSSA in partnership with Karcher are running this campaign to recognise our cleaning staff and show them that they are valued and appreciated members of any business.…
The key to keeping carpets and upholstery looking fresh and new is regular maintenance. This helps to keep both the environment and ourselves clean and healthy. Effective cleaning can reduce the risk of allergenic elements and diseases spreading as well as having a positive impact on our mood and offering a welcoming environment to visitors. Carpet…
Unique Support Services is the contractor cleaning service provider of choice for a number of 4 and 5 star hotels in and around Central London including a number of hotels that fall within the Hilton Group. One such hotel described as modern stylish and comfortable and just a stone’s throw from some of London’s…
It’s another working day, you have arrived at your office as normal and you have an important meeting first thing, everything looks clean and tidy and you are ready and motivated to start another busy day. First impressions count, so now imagine arriving for work only to find the rubbish bins are full, yesterdays’ coffee…
Microfibre cloths and mops can be washed and re-used time and time again minimising cost of supplies. They also provide quick drying results reducing the risks of slips, trips and falls and it is for these reasons USS have embrace the microfibre cloth. Designed for use with only water and no chemicals, they improve sustainability…
It’s important when selecting a vacuum cleaner that you look for one that is durable and robust and it features high filtration and high airflow. Think about what you are going to be using it for and where and ensure the dust extraction is fit for purpose. Conventional dust extraction units require the user to…
Ensuring the longevity and beauty of expensive floor coverings and materials makes an instant impression on your customers, when they are pristinely cleaned and cared for it achieves the great impression you hope for. Leave it to get stained, chipped or worn and it says something else entirely. New guides to simplify the method of…
Did you know dirt, squalor and clutter can be symptoms of unhappiness or illness, in fact mental health counsellors often advise their clients to clean their environment every day and Japanese Buddhists believe that to pursue spirituality you must clean, clean, clean. Cleaning in itself can be powerful and when asked facilities managers said they…
School’s nearly out and although some teaching staff may still be required to be on school grounds, the majority of students will not so now is as good as time as any to ensure the premises are hygienically clean in every area. Whether it be a nursery, school, college or university, whether it be windows,…