High pressure cleaning
Definition: High-pressure cleaning is one of the methods used to clean equipment and furnishings. High-pressure cleaning is used to remove adhering dirt with a high-pressure cleaning device. This method can be used in wet areas, e.g. toilets, washrooms, changing rooms, etc.
Objective/result: The object/surface is free of adhering dirt, object/surface may still be very damp.
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Sweeping
Definition: Sweeping is a cleaning method for cleaning floors. Manual or mechanical, dry, mechanical removal of lying (lightly bound) dirt (dust, sand, leaves, balls of paper, etc.) using bristle products (brooms, brushes, sweeping rollers, brushing rollers) and collection in a container.
Objective/result: surface is free of dirt (dust, sand, balls of paper, cigarette butts, etc.), but a small amount of dust residue on the floor is to be expected.
Sweeping with sweeping shavings
Definition: Sweeping with sweeping chips is a cleaning method for cleaning floors. The sweeping chips are applied and the floor is cleaned by subsequent sweeping. Dispose of the sweepings properly. Depending on the type of sweeping chips used, care substances are applied at the same time.
Objective/result: Surface is free of sand, leaves, balls of paper, dust; if applicable, the surface is in a well-maintained condition.
Vacuum sweeping
Definition: Vacuum sweeping is one of the cleaning methods used to clean floors. Dry mechanical removal of dirt with bristle products and simultaneous suction of dust and collection of the dirt in a container.
Target/result: Surface is free of dust and coarse dirt (sand, balls of paper, etc.)
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Wet cleaning
Definition: Wet cleaning is a method of cleaning equipment and furnishings. Stubborn soiling (e.g. drink stains, greasy soiling) is removed from the object manually using a wet, slightly soaked sponge cloth or other cleaning textiles.
Objective/result: The object/surface is free of adhering dirt, traces of handling, dust and streaks.
Wet cleaning and subsequent drying
Definition. Wet cleaning and drying is a method of cleaning equipment and furnishings. Stubborn dirt is manually removed from the object with a wet, slightly dehydrated sponge cloth or other cleaning textiles.
The moisture is then absorbed with a dry cleaning cloth or similar suitable cleaning utensils (e.g. leather).
Objective/result: The object/surface is free of adhering dirt, traces of handling, dust and streaks. The object/surface must no longer be damp.
Wet scrubbing
Definition: Wet scrubbing is both a cleaning method for cleaning floors and a method for cleaning equipment and furnishings.
For manual or machine floor cleaning with bristle products or cleaning pads to remove stubborn stains.
As a method of cleaning equipment and furnishings, firmly adhering dirt is removed from the object manually using an abrasive pad sponge, suitable brushes or scouring agents.
Aim/result:As a cleaning method for floor cleaning, wet scrubbing ensures that the surface is free of coarse dirt, dust and all dirt residues and is free of streaks and wipe marks. When cleaning equipment and furnishings, the objects/surfaces are free of firmly adhering dirt, traces of handling, dust and streaks. Objects/surfaces may still be very damp. It should be noted that each of the cleaning agents used must be matched to and suitable for the surface.
Wet shampooing
Definition: Wet shampooing is one of the cleaning methods used to clean floors. In contrast to dry shampooing, wet foam is more active in cleaning. The method is used for basic cleaning of textile floor coverings.
Aim/result: The aim, or result, is the same as for shampooing. However, it should be noted that the flooring must be completely dry after wet shampooing before it is used again.
Wet mopping
Definition: Wet mopping is one of the cleaning methods used to clean floors. Manual wet cleaning with cleaning textiles to remove adhering dirt (drink stains, road grime, etc.). This method can also be used for disinfecting floor cleaning using suitable agents; a maintenance effect is achieved at the same time using wiping care products.
Target/result: Surface is free of dust, coarse dirt, adhering dirt (drink stains, road grime, etc.) and other dirt residues. Rubber heel marks may still be present on the surfaces. When using wiping care products, the remaining care substances should be free of dirt deposits and should be able to be removed from the floor covering without time-consuming and environmentally harmful basic cleaning. When using disinfectants, sufficient germ inactivation should be achieved.
Single-stage wet mopping
Definition: One-step wet mopping is a method of floor cleaning. The floor covering is cleaned in a single operation with more or less dewatered cleaning textiles (mop, mop cover, scouring or wiping cloth, non-woven cloth). The liquid remaining from this operation is allowed to dry. In addition to cleaning agents, wiping care or disinfectants can also be added to the wiping water.
Aim/result: See wet mopping. It should also be noted that the one-step wet mopping method is only suitable for floor coverings that have a low degree of soiling or are sensitive to moisture (raised floors in computer rooms, etc.).
Wet mopping with pre-prepared covers (in the hospital sector)
Definition: Wet mopping with pre-prepared covers (in the hospital sector) is one of the cleaning methods used for floor cleaning. Manual wet cleaning with pre-moistened cleaning textiles to remove loose and adhering dirt (drink stains, road grime, etc.). With this method, the covers are pre-moistened and changed after approx. 20-25 square meters of surface area. If the moisture is not sufficient to remove adhering dirt, the necessary moisture is applied using a spray can.
Target/result: The surface is free of dust, coarse dirt, adhering dirt (drink stains, road grime, etc.) and other dirt residues; rubber heel marks may still be present on the surfaces. It should also be noted that there are no wipe marks due to the always clean cleaning liquor and covers.
Two-stage wet mopping
Definition: The two-step method is a method for cleaning floors and is the classic wet mopping method. In the first step, a cleaning textile (cloth, mop, mop cover of wide mop devices, etc.) is used to apply enough cleaning fluid to the floor covering to soften or remove adhering, water-bound dirt. In the second work step, the excess cleaning fluid is absorbed again with the cleaning textile.
Aim/result: Compare with wet mopping. It should be noted that the cleaning effect is significantly better than with single-stage wet mopping. In addition, the mopping water dries faster, reducing the risk of slipping.
