Since we know that traditional cleaning products contain toxic substances that can pollute the air and affect health, there has been a widespread craze for ecological cleaning due to the many benefits of bio-cleaning. It is also for this reason that cleaning companies advocating the use of ecological methods are very popular today.

However, contrary to popular belief, green cleaning is not just about using environmentally friendly detergents or disinfectants. It also means implementing new cleaning practices and methods. How do we do it in practice? The essentials to know to clean your offices ecologically!

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What is an ecological cleaning service?

Thanks to the use of ecological cleaning products, it is possible to clean professional premises while respecting the environment and preserving health. We say that a product is ecological when it meets the following criteria:

  • Efficient: it is sufficiently concentrated to allow a deep cleaning;
  • Healthy: it does not contain substances dangerous to health and harmful to the environment;
  • Biodegradable: it can decompose on its own;
  • Resource-friendly: it is made entirely or largely from renewable raw materials;
  • Animal friendly: it has not been tested on animals;
  • Natural: its manufacture is essentially based on the use of natural products.

Ecological products most often benefit from an eco-label. Here are some of the most common of them: European ecolabel, NF Environnement, Nature & Progrès, Eco’Reflex…

Green cleaning also means adopting new habits

Green cleaning is not just about using green products. It involves adopting an eco-responsible approach:

  • Regular cleaning rather than deep cleaning: regular cleaning avoids the accumulation of significant dirt, grease, and bad odors. This, in turn, makes it possible to avoid the use of more aggressive products;
  • Limit the use of aggressive products;
  • Respect prescribed dosages: contrary to what one might think, overdose negatively impacts the effectiveness of an ecological cleaning product;
  • Respect the action time;
  • Favor the use of rags over impregnated wipes;
  • Reduce as much as possible the number of detergents or detergent-disinfectants to be used;
  • Ventilate indoor spaces for at least 15 minutes a day;
  • Always protect yourself with protective equipment: some ecological products made from plants containing allergenic molecules are sometimes irritating.

100% natural cleaning products exist

Some say they are outdated! We are talking about these 100% natural detergents which allow cleaning as effective as industrial cleaning products:

  • The white vinegar: it has a strong cleaning power, stain remover, sanitizer, bleach, disinfectant, deodorant, and descaling. In addition, it can be used hot or cold on various surfaces (tiles, glass, melamine, etc.);
  • The soda: they can be used for deep cleaning, scouring, washing, and disinfecting before work. They also have very impressive antifungal and antibacterial action. Note that gloves must be worn when using them. They are dissolved in hot water and can be used to remove stains from the windows or even traces of blood present on the tiles;
  • The soap: in addition to clean, degrease, disinfect and remove odors, this natural antiseptic can also revive upholstery and remove pen marks on surfaces. It is chosen with a vegetable oil content of more than 72%. As a reminder, real Marseille soap does not contain dye, chemical preservatives, or other additives and fragrances.

Preserving water resources with microfiber

Finally, ecological cleaning also means preserving water resources. The use of microfiber is the approach that best meets this requirement.

Microfiber is a textile fiber characterized by its high absorbent capacity and resistance. It is found in a wide range of household rags.

The biggest advantage of a microfiber cloth is that it can be used dry to capture dust on smooth surfaces. Slightly damp, it gets rid of fatty substances and particles. The microfiber thus reduces the use of water and detergents since it is effective without.