How to prevent having a smelly office.
No one wants to go into a smelly office every day! Just like your home, keeping your office smelling nice and fresh is just as important.
Not only is cleaning the biggest part of keeping the musky smells at bay, but there are also other ways in which you can keep it smelling fresher for longer.
Here are a few ways:
How to Prevent Having a Smelly Office – Keep windows open.
Ensuring your office windows are open throughout the day facilitates a continuous circulation of air, effectively dispelling stale air and infusing the workspace with freshness.
Ever experienced that midday drowsiness when the office warms up? Introducing a gentle breeze by keeping windows open aids in temperature regulation, especially in the absence of air conditioning.
While a fan can be beneficial during the sweltering summer months, the simple act of allowing a natural breeze through open windows not only refreshes the environment but also contributes to a more comfortable and energising workplace.
Embracing this practice not only enhances overall well-being but also demonstrates a cost-effective and eco-friendly approach to maintaining a conducive office atmosphere.
Use candles / plug-ins / reed diffusers.
There are so many options nowadays for nice smelly’s!
You can choose from many different types of smell dispensers such as candles, plugins, air fresheners, reed diffusers, incense sticks, and the list goes on!
So if a spray air freshener doesn’t work for your office due to asthma or their smells are too strong, have a look at getting a plug-in that releases a lovely smell every few minutes, or maybe even a candle.
As much as these can smell nice, if the underlying issue isn’t tackled, these will just mask the foul odors.
Make sure bins are emptied.
As you probably know, bins aren’t the freshest smelling, especially if people throw away food.
We recommend emptying the bins every couple of days, so nothing is left to fester overnight and starts smelling bad in the office.
A little trick to remove odors: put a bit of Zoflora on a kitchen towel and place it at the bottom of the bin. This will help keep it smelling less like bin juice and more like lemons!
Less smelly foods in the office.
The perpetual debate over aromatic foods in offices often leads to extreme measures, with some companies opting to eliminate microwaves altogether to curb the issue.
Certain odorous foods, like cooked fish, tend to stir up considerable discussion, and the reasons are quite understandable.
The pungent aroma can permeate the entire office, impacting the work environment and causing discomfort among colleagues.
Balancing individual preferences and communal considerations regarding food choices can be challenging.
Establishing clear guidelines or designated spaces for certain foods and fostering open communication can help address this issue without resorting to drastic measures like removing microwaves.
Striking a harmonious balance ensures a workplace where everyone’s needs and sensitivities are respected, promoting a more pleasant and collaborative atmosphere.
Clean your office chair.
A smelly office chair just isn’t the one!
You eat, drink and talk at your desk, and probably all whilst you’re sitting in your office chair.
This means crumbs, dirt, bacteria, and more will eventually make their way to where you’re sitting.
Always check the tag on your chair before you start cleaning it. There are many different types of materials and fabrics, and you don’t want to ruin them by using the wrong type of cleaning product.
Make sure you clean up any spillages when they happen, and give your chair a good deep clean once a month!
Here’s a great article on how to clean your office chair.
How to Prevent Having a Smelly Office – Professional cleaning company.
The only way to truly prevent having a smelly office is to keep it clean. Instead of having to do it all yourself, and take time away from your work day and your employees’ work days, hire a professional commercial cleaning company.
Carter and Faraday are specialists when it comes to commercial and office cleaning, with over 43 years of impeccable performance.
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We are here to help you get your office back into shape, working efficiently with ultimate cleanliness, and smelling fresh!
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