Date Posted:5 September 2023
The start of spring is the perfect opportunity to give your childcare facility a deep clean. Who doesn’t love starting a new season with a clean environment. It not only enhances the overall atmosphere but also contributes to the health and well-being of the children under your care. Here are some essential tasks for a successful spring clean.
Steam Clean Carpets
Children spend a lot of time playing on the floor, making it crucial to keep carpets clean and sanitized. Steam cleaning helps eliminate dirt, allergens, and germs from deep within the fibers, creating a safer space for kids to explore.
Scrub All Floors
From the play areas to the corridors, make sure all floors receive a thorough scrubbing. It is also important to clean the less accessible areas, like under furniture or in corners.
Wash Curtains
Dust and allergens can accumulate on curtains over time. Remove and thoroughly wash them. If you should have blinds or shutters, dust and wipe down with hot water and soap.
Kitchen
The heart of any facility, the kitchen, demands special attention. Even though the kitchen should always be clean and hygienic, there can be areas that don’t get as much attention on a regular basis. Thoroughly clean under and behind cabinets and appliances. As well as that every appliance should get a deep clean as well.
Bathroom
The bathroom should always be spotless as hygiene is paramount. A spring clean is the perfect opportunity to give it even more attention. Scrubbing floors and making sure every last corner has been cleaned.
Windows and Window Frames
Windows and window frames often don’t get the same amount of attention as other areas. They can accumulate a lot of dust. So it is important to give them a proper clean with hot water and detergent.
These are only a few areas to focus on. Every facility is different and needs to customise their own spring cleaning list.
Sometimes a deep clean can be a daunting task and it is beneficial to outsource certain jobs. Outsourcing can ensure that cleaning is done to very high standards.
Incorporating spring cleaning into your routine not only will create a healthier environment for children but also reflect your commitment to their well-being.
Below we have listed some products that can be useful for your next deep clean.
