Touch-free cleaning also includes drip systems, which are hard plumbed and automatically drip cleaning chemicals into toilets and urinals. They offer continual maintenance and odor control, which helps when you have staffing challenges and high-traffic restrooms. Sealing And Scrubbing Grout Lines One of the most common issues in rest-rooms is discolored grout lines, usually caused by mopping the floor and leaving behind dirty water. The water will naturally seek out the low-est spot on the floor, which just happens to be in the grout lines. Due to the pervious nature of grout, soils will actually make their way into the grout and settle as the moisture evaporates. What is left behind is soil along with a detergent residue that acts as a binder to trap the soil in the grout. One solution to this problem is to clean the grout lines and then seal or impregnate them so that the perviousness is reduced and soils cannot penetrate the grout. This will make the grout easier to clean and will improve the appearance over the life of the restroom. Be sure that you are satisfied with the appearance of the grout before sealing it, as this will also seal any soils or residues that are left behind. The only way to improve the appearance if that happens is to remove the grout and Crisp. Clean. And Environmentally Green. From the start, Clothesline Fresh TM laundry products have been formulated not only for high efficiency cleaning, but also to benefit the health and well-being of people and the environment. Now, Spartan expands its green promise by offering five, new Design for the Environment approved products. Spartan’s extensive line of Clothesline Fresh products deliver advanced, sustainable laundry solutions teamed with Spartan’s legendary customer service and CIMS-GB certified sales force … helping you meet your company’s goals for a sustainable future. To learn more, contact your local Spartan authorized distributor. Visit www.spartanchemical.com or call toll-free, 800-537-8990. What is DfE? The DfE (Design for the Environment) program is an EPA standards program to promote and encourage the use of products that incorporate environmentally preferable ingredients. Look for the DfE logo on the label! © SCC 8/11 Formulated in partnership with the Environmental Protection Agency’s Design for the Environment program. Newer technologies allow for complete cleaning of restroom floors, including hard-to-reach grout lines. Image courtesy of Windsor Industries Circle Product Information no. 215 on page 32 www.cmmonline.com 35
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