Carpeting is one of the most popular choices for office spaces. It creates coziness, reduces noise and adds aesthetics to the space. But at the same time, it requires special care. Otherwise, in a year or two, even the most expensive carpet can turn into a worn-out “bald” canvas at the entrance.
What’s the reason?
It’s simple: ordinary sand, which gets into the office on your shoes every day, settles at the base of the carpet. Its microparticles are often shaped like crystals with sharp edges. They act as an abrasive, that is, they literally “cut” the pile, causing the coating to sag and wipe off. The most affected areas are the high-traffic areas of business centers and offices: at the entrance and near elevators, in the aisles between desks.
What do we recommend as an experienced cleaning company?
- In the most vulnerable areas, it is better to use replaceable carpet squares. They are easy to replace when worn out.
- Vacuuming should be done daily or several times a week, especially during the season of high dust.
- Use professional vacuum cleaners with HEPA filters that not only remove the top layer, but also deeply extract sand from the base of the pile.
By the way, international standards of ISSA (The Worldwide Cleaning Industry Association) indicate that the speed of high-quality vacuuming ranges from 278 to 557 m² per hour, depending on the equipment, which is 5-11 minutes per 100 m². And according to BOMA/APPA standards, productivity ranges from 10 to 20 minutes per 100 m², depending on the load of the space with furniture.
Neglecting regular professional cleaning in office space means deferred costs for expensive carpet replacement that could have served you for years. That’s why professional cleaning is an investment that prolongs the life of your office at every step, preserving its value, aesthetics, and comfort.