If you’re a business owner and are looking for commercial cleaning solutions, look no further than 208 Cleaning Co. in Boise. We can help you with all of your commercial cleaning needs, including cleaning retail spaces on a regular basis. In today’s blog, we’re going to cover the ins and outs of keeping these spaces clean and how you can approach those tasks on your own terms. 

No Second Chance For A First Impression

As a business owner, you know that you only have a few brief chances to make a great first impression with your customers. Of course, your products and your staff will take care of a lot of that first impression, however, another huge aspect is the cleanliness of the retail space itself. Today’s shoppers are very savvy and are used to a certain level of cleanliness that can be a high bar to clear. If your space is not in tip top shape, then your potential customers could be turning away and also telling their friends and family to do the same. 

Tips For Cleaning High Foot Traffic Areas

The sales floor gets a lot of use from day to day. You will need to stay on top of cleaning this area if you want to make a good first impression on your clients. Tips for cleaning success:

• The floors must be cleaned regularly without fail
  • Sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming are a must, every day
• Any spills or spots must be addressed immediately so they are not allowed to set in and be visible by potential customers
  • This can even be a safety issue as some spills or mud that is tracked in by customers can be dangerous if left unattended 
  • Keep a “spill kit” handy just out of sight of customers so that you can tackle these messes quickly and efficiently
• Every night, after the doors close, you should do a spot check of the floor space in order to pick up any trash or dirt left around during the day
• Install a large and sturdy walk off mat in the entrance area of your store. Clean the mat daily and replace it as necessary to ensure that it helps to trap as much excess dirt, mud, and grime from customers’ shoes as they walk through the entrance

Display and Merchandise Areas

Display areas and merchandise holding areas must be kept clean at all times. Make sure that you are dusting at least a few times a week in order to make everything look appealing, shiny, and presentable. 

• Starting with dusting, always clean top to bottom, or high to low. 
• Dust regularly with a microfiber cloth or duster since they trap dust rather than just knock it off 
• For glass display cases you will want to keep them smudge and fingerprint free since guests are going to be using that space every day. Use a streak free glass cleaner and a lint-free cloth. 
• For acrylic or plastic cases, avoid ammonia-based cleaners (like traditional glass cleaner) — they can cloud or damage acrylic. Instead, use a cleaner designed for plastics.

For The Road

Keeping your retail commercial space clean is no small feat, but with a little preparation you can be ready for anything that comes your way this year. Contact us if you or someone you know may be in need of a residential or commercial cleaning service like ours. We can’t wait to hear from you. Give us a call or email us here. Have fun and stay safe out there!