Floor Maintenance

Floor Maintenance Equipment: What You Need to Know

Regular floor maintenance demonstrates to your workers and customers you are committed to running a safe and clean operation. With the right floor care products, you can prevent the spread of germs, eliminate mold growth, and promote an air of quality in your establishment. Dirty floors are not just visually unappealing; they also represent an actual danger to your guests. Mold spores in the air can make people sick, and grease buildup increases the likelihood of slipping and falling.

When browsing our selection of floor maintenance products, remember to pair your cleaning tools with accessories that will speed up the cleaning process and help prevent accidental slips and spills, such as mop sinks, mop buckets, and wet floor signs. Purchasing the right floor care equipment ensures your floor maintenance procedures can be executed quickly and correctly.

Common Questions About Floor Maintenance

What types of floor cleaning supplies are available?

Floor maintenance equipment helps staff members keep the entire facility safe and clean, from the entrance and restrooms to back-of-house areas. Brooms and dustpans, vacuums, and carpet sweepers pick up dirt and debris, while mops, squeegees, and floor scrubbers and buffers keep hard surfaces sparkling clean. To help employees efficiently complete floor maintenance with less physical strain, operators can pair floor cleaning products with accessories such as mop sinks, floor drains, and mop buckets with built-in wringers.

Which mop head style do I need?

The two traditional types of mop heads are cut end and looped end. Cut-end mop heads are generally the more affordable option but are essentially disposable since they cannot be laundered. Looped-end mop heads may cost slightly more, but they can be laundered and offer a longer life span in commercial operations. You can learn more about choosing the right mop style for your floor maintenance needs in our wet mop heads and handles buyers' guide.

What is the difference between an upright broom and a push broom?

Brooms are essential floor maintenance tools for any commercial foodservice operation. They are usually the best way to collect dirt and debris in entryways, restrooms, dining rooms, and other parts of the building where sanitation and visual cleanliness are vital. Upright brooms are a classic style found in homes and businesses alike and are best for smaller areas, including corners and other hard-to-reach places. Push brooms have wide heads that can sweep larger areas in less time than upright brooms, making them a good option for spaces such as lobbies and hallways. Both styles may have straight or angled bristles and are available in a variety of materials. To ensure you find the right broom for your needs, broom heads and handles are often sold separately.

What are the essential floor cleaning products?

This category is quite broad, so choosing the right pieces from the list might seem daunting. Here's a simple list for what products you'll want to consider, sorted by floor type:

Hard Flooring:

• Brooms – perfect for spot cleaning and regular light maintenance
• Mops – clean up liquid spills and regularly disinfect hard floors
• Dust Mops – function like a broom but pick up tiny dust particles
• Orbital Floor Cleaners – quickly rotating floor scrubber, great for large areas
• Caution Signs – vital for informing guests of potentially dangerous wet areas
• Cleaning Chemicals – used in conjunction with floor care equipment to sanitize and clean the floors

Carpeted Flooring:

• Commercial Vacuums – pick up dirt and debris from carpets; generally stronger and more durable than residential units
• Carpet Cleaners – use clean water and detergent in addition to vacuuming for deep carpet cleaning
• Carpet Sweeper – lightweight rolling unit that picks up debris without needing to be plugged in