Commercial Daily Cleaning - How to Clean Everything

Commercial Office Cleaning Tips

1. Toilets / Washrooms

Goal: Sanitised, odour-free, and restocked.
Frequency: Daily (multiple times per day in high-traffic areas).

Steps:

1. PPE on: Gloves and safety glasses if using chemicals.

2. Place Wet Floor Sign.

3. Empty bins and replace liners.

4. Apply disinfectant to toilets, urinals, and sinks let it sit (dwell time = germ kill time).

5. Clean mirrors with glass cleaner or vinegar-based cleaner.

6. Scrub toilets/urinals: Inside bowl with toilet brush, outside surfaces with disinfectant cloth.

7. Wipe all surfaces: Counters, dispensers, light switches, door handles.

8. Refill consumables: Soap, toilet paper, paper towels.

9. Mop floors last with a disinfectant solution (change mop water often).

✅ Pro Tips:

• Use color-coded cloths/mops (e.g., red for toilets, blue for sinks) to prevent cross-contamination.

• Always work top to bottom.

• Keep an air freshener or deodoriser for lasting freshness.

2. Kitchen / Break Room

Goal: Clean, hygienic, and odour-free prevents pests and bacteria buildup.
Frequency: Daily.

Steps:

1. Empty bins and replace liners.

2. Wipe all surfaces: Counters, tables, and cabinet handles with food-safe disinfectant.

3. Clean appliances:

   • Microwave: Inside/out with mild cleaner.

   • Fridge exterior: Wipe handles and doors.

   • Sink: Scrub with baking soda or stainless-steel cleaner.

4. Spot clean walls (coffee splashes, fingerprints).

5. Sweep and mop floors with neutral floor cleaner.

✅ Pro Tips:

• Deep-clean fridge and microwave weekly.

• Avoid using strong-scented chemicals that can linger on food surfaces.

• Always disinfect dish sponge areas and sink drains bacteria hot spots.

3. Offices & Work Areas

Goal: Organised, dust-free, professional look.
Frequency: Daily light cleans + weekly deep clean.

Steps:

1. Empty bins and replace liners.

2. Dust all surfaces: Desks, monitors, shelves, vents.

3. Wipe desks (avoid moving papers; use microfiber cloth with neutral cleaner).

4. Clean glass partitions and windows.

5. Vacuum carpets and chair mats.

6. Disinfect high-touch points: Door handles, light switches, keyboards (with approved wipes).

✅ Pro Tips:

• Always use dry cloths on electronics,  no direct spray.

• Clean after hours to minimize disruption.

• Use backpack vacuums for speed and mobility.

4. Meeting Rooms / Conference Areas

Goal: Tidy, presentable, and ready for client meetings.
Frequency: Daily.

Steps:

1. Dust and disinfect tables, phones, and remote controls.

2. Straighten chairs and cables.

3. Clean glass and screens with microfiber cloth.

4. Empty trash and vacuum carpets.

5. Check for fingerprints on doors and walls.

✅ Pro Tips:

• Leave a pleasant scent (light air freshener or neutral deodoriser).

• Wipe under tables gum and dirt often collect there.

• Ensure chairs are evenly spaced for a “presentation-ready” look.

5. Staircases & Entrances / Reception Areas

Goal: Safe, spotless, and first-impression ready.
Frequency: Daily + spot cleaning during day shifts.

Steps:

1. Sweep or vacuum stairs and entry mats.

2. Mop floors (start at top floor and work down).

3. Wipe handrails with disinfectant high-touch area!

4. Clean glass doors and handles (no streaks).

5. Dust corners and baseboards.

6. Check lighting and remove cobwebs from ceilings.

✅ Pro Tips:

• Use neutral cleaner for tile, special polish for marble/granite, low-moisture mop for wood.

• Keep wet floor signs visible during cleaning.

• Always leave the entry spotless it’s what clients notice first.

6. Optional: Daily Sequence for a Full Office Building

1. Start with waste collection throughout the facility.

2. Clean toilets first (so disinfectant can dwell while you handle other areas).

3. Clean kitchens/break rooms.

4. Move to offices and meeting rooms.

5. Finish with staircases and entrances (so floors are clean and dry as you leave).

 7. Safety & Professional Standards

• Always wear gloves and non-slip shoes.

• Use “Wet Floor” signs whenever mopping.

• Store chemicals in labelled containers.

• Follow correct chemical dilution ratios stronger isn’t better.

• Use color-coded cleaning systems for hygiene compliance.