Cleaning Equipment Used by Hotel Housekeeping (Tutorial 7)

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0:44 VACUUM CLEANER : DEFINITON & HOW TO USE

Vacuum cleaner is the most common equipment for cleaning which is widely used in hotel. Basically they are applicable and suitable for all kind of surfaces but it is suggested for large carpeted area. Vacuum cleaner can be primarily categorized into two types. Such as:

•The upright vacuum (operate on a combined suction).
•The floor vacuum (cylindrical or spherical that works on solely suction).

1:37 VACUUM CLEANER BUYING TIPS

•Rapidity to remove dirt.
•Demand less labor power.
•Prevent dust from raising.

2:14 HOW TO USE VACUUM CLEANER

The vacuum cleaner should be applied in cross ways to let the suction to properly agitate the dust and sand during cleaning the carpet.

3:47 USE WET EXTRACTIONS

Wet extractions have suction and water injections which are used to wash and suck water from surface particularly from the car pests and floors.

4:08 TYPES OF WET EXTRACTIONS

Wet extractors are basically two types. Such as:

1. Lighter transportable tank version model.
2. Heavy duty push cart variety.

4:39 WHAT IS MOP & HOW USE MOP

Mops are easy way to clean dust from floors. Most of the mops come in thick or loose woven cotton cloth. Dip the mops in fresh or clean water and squeeze before wiping the floors. The water must be changed with fresh water before applying again. After completion of cleaning, the mop should be washed with foamy water or detergents and dried properly.

5:18 HOW TO USE ROTARY FLOOR MACHINE

Rotary floor machines are used for multipurpose. Just by changing one attachment it can be applicable in both floors and carpets. It has built-in tray for dissolving detergent and tanks for water absorption and supply. Rotary machines are available in different speeds.

5:58 HOW TO USE CLEANING CONTAINERS

Not only the cleaning machinery are important but also the containers are essential to bring perfect cleaning in hotel. Types of Cleaning Container:

•Buckets are primarily used to carry water, detergents and chemicals ion removing spills.
•To remove spots and stains, housekeeper use plastic basin and bowls.

6:34 USE OF BRUSHES

Brushes are made of different materials which come in variety of sizes and shapes. Different brushes have different functions. Such as, to clean the carpets or furniture that brushes are used which are made of nylon or plastic bristles whereas metal brushes works great in cleaning window’s wire mesh. Types of Brushes:

•To clean sensitive surfaces feather brushes are used.
•Special nylon toilet brushes are used to clean WC and bidet bowls.
•To clean carpets, carpet hand brushes are often used as a substitute of vacuum cleaner.

8:06 HOW USE BROOMS

The main job of a broom is to take away the large particles of soil from hard and tough floors. Types of Brooms:

• Soft brooms.
• Hard brooms.
• Push brooms.
• Corn brooms.
• Whisk brooms.

8:29 HOW TO USE DUSTERS

Dusters are used in hotel to clean loose dust and wash various surfaces. Dusters come in various sizes for different purposes. Dusters are made of soft cotton, flannel or artificial feathers mounted on a stick. After finishing work, they should be thoroughly washed and dried.

8:52 HOW TO USE POLISHING CLOTH

Polishing cloth is also considered as cleaning equipment. The role of polishing cloth is to clean and burnish the polished surfaces by rubbing them forcefully. Polishing cloths are made of soft absorbent cloth.

9:25 MISCELLANEOUS CLEANING EQUIPMENT

1. Step leaders used for cleaning upper surfaces.
2. Rubber gloves for all purpose cleaning.
3. Different sized racks for keeping toothpaste, brushes, small materials etc.
4. Useless linens are used to cover furniture and materials.
5. Waterproof tarp for dissolving cleaning solutions.
6. Pick-up pans for collecting water.
7. Manual or electrical sprayers to spray water or cleaning solutions in the carpet.

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