Office and commercial furniture sees much more daily use compared to residential furniture. Millions of Americans spend 40 hours or more in an office each week working in close proximity with each other. This makes office space a paradise for all kinds of germs and bacteria (average used chair, mouse and keyboard contain more than 20,000 germs per square inch).
Because of the high usage, office furniture very rapidly becomes worn out and dirty. Upholstery on items such as boardroom chairs, office chairs, waiting room sofas and loveseats easily absorbs dust, food and beverage particles and harmful germs which cannot be removed with regular cleaning. However, office furniture cleaning is very often overlooked. Sure, office kitchen and bathrooms are professionally cleaned on a regular basis. But when it comes to office furniture maintenance, upholstery cleaning is usually neglected until it’s too late.
Regular professional upholstery cleaning should be a priority in any building. It can provide significant benefits to everyone that works in that office space, and here are some of them:
- Healthier work environment – Many people are not aware of the danger of unclean work environment. The most harmful bacteria commonly found in workplaces is Staphylococcus aureus. It can cause a range of infections, including skin infections and pneumonia (it affects around 500,000 patients in American hospitals annually). Allergens such as dust, mites and other microscopic particles found in dirty upholstery furniture can even cause respiratory problems to more sensitive employees and visitors. Also, furniture that is not maintained regularly contributes to poor air quality which can cause headaches, sinus problems, etc. By reducing the presence of allergens and bacteria, regular upholstery cleaning is significantly contributing to a healthier work environment where employees are happier and more productive.
- First impression – First impressions are so important in the business world. The first thing your clients see when they visit your company is the upholstery; when they wait for you in the reception or waiting area. So letting them sit on stained sofas and soiled chairs probably is not the best way to ensure a positive first impression. Instead, keeping your upholstery’s appearance professional is a much better way to go. Hiring a professional cleaning company will take the pressure off your back – your office furniture will always be fresh and spotless and visitors satisfied.
- Protect office upholstery – Adequate and regular maintenance can extend the life of the company’s upholstery and protect it against stains from becoming permanent. Choosing the right cleaning company is very important, because professional upholstery cleaning companies have experienced professionals who know how to properly clean each type of upholstery fabric. Wrong cleaning product applied to a specific type of fabric can cause further damage that cannot be reversed.
- Restore office upholstery – Aside from removing stains, professional upholstery cleaning can help refresh and revitalize any office furniture. Why waste money on new furniture when you can restore old one and add years to its life with regular professional upholstery cleaning.
We have the expertise and experience necessary to ensure your workplace is clean as possible. We can take care of all your upholstery – office chairs, armchairs, ottomans, sofas, fabric screens, etc. Our powerful steam extraction cleaning system can eliminate stains, germs and bacteria and restore your furniture’s original shine. Call us, together we can create a workable cleaning schedule that fits with the financial objectives of your company and makes your employees healthier and happier.
