Why Wall Cleaning is Important

Office and commercial buildings regularly receive routine cleaning that involves mopping floors, vacuuming carpets, emptying garbage and sanitizing bathrooms and break rooms. Did you know that it’s also important to wash the walls? 

Why wash walls in a commercial building? There are a number of important and relevant reasons to wash the walls in your commercial building/office. 

• To reduce disease: Regularly cleaning walls removes accumulated dust, mould spores, pollen, dander, spillage and other debris that can aggravate asthma and allergies and increase the incidence of sickness among employees. As one in every four or five Canadians (20 to 25% of the population) has allergies, wall washing is an important part of cleaning an office.  

• To keep the area looking clean and attractive: Clean walls make an area look neater and more inviting for employees and clients. They allow light (natural and artificial) to reflect, making the space bright and welcoming. 

• To encourage cleanliness and organization: Employees tend to keep their personal workplace cleaner when the surrounding space is properly maintained.

• To discourage clutter:  Regular wall washing provides an opportunity to rearrange and discard anything that has been hung in the space (photos, mementoes, artwork, signage, advertisements, etc.). 

• To reduce stress: The vast majority of people become stressed and anxious when their environment is less-than-clean.

• To lift spirits: Keeping your office clean keeps the spirits of your employees high, ensuring that they’re working to the best of their abilities. A clean, organized space improves productivity. 

• To improve motivation: A clean workplace subconsciously represents action and responsibility. A dirty workplace subconsciously represents inaction and a lack of responsibility. Keeping your workplace clean builds a solid foundation for company morale and motivation.

• To satisfy lease contracts: Most lease contracts require occupants to clean the property (including walls) at the end of the tenancy.

• To prepare for painting: If you plan on adding a fresh coat of paint, proper cleaning of the walls will allow better adhesion creating a superior finished product.

When should you clean your walls? It’s recommended that walls be cleaned at least once a year, ideally in early spring or late fall. Between cleanings, you can supplement with weekly dry dusting, spot cleaning (doorways, light switches, high traffic areas) and vacuuming up pesky cobwebs. Walls should be cleaned before the application of a new coat of paint. 

How to prepare your office for wall cleaning: There are a few simple steps you can take to make the washing of office walls simpler and quicker. 

• Choose a time when the office will be closed for a few days (long weekend, Christmas break)

• Shift items that are against the walls

• Cover furniture with plastic sheets

• Remove objects that will slow the task and/or can be damaged

• Remove all items displayed on the walls

Hire a professional cleaner: Expert cleaners have the equipment, supplies, experience and knowledge to complete the wall washing task quickly, efficiently and effectively.

Your walls are a big part of your commercial space. Give them the attention they need. Schedule wall washing at least once yearly with a professional cleaning company.

Do your office walls need a deep cleaning? Want help keeping your commercial space clean and attractive? Call Strathcona Cleaners Ltd at 403-237-8355 or email us at info@strathconacleaners.com. Our Calgary-based business provides janitorial services to an array of industries. We custom tailor our cleaning and maintenance plans to suit your specific needs. You can even choose non-toxic products and eco-friendly equipment. Depend on us for quality janitorial and office cleaning. Contact us today!