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Facility ServiceS

Some Dos and Don’ts

Machine-Assisted Scrubbing:
• Ensure that the machine is
equipped with a suitable brush
or attachment based on the
upholstery material.
• Set the machine to the
recommended settings for
upholstery cleaning, balancing
scrubbing intensity and material
sensitivity.
• Systematically scrub the entire
upholstery surface, paying extra
attention to areas with stains or
heavy soiling.
Irfan Khan, Founder & • Regularly inspect the machine Devi Prasad Shetty,
Managing Director Go brushes or attachments for Director, Durga Facility
Facility Management wear and tear, replacing them Management Services Pvt.
says that regular as needed to maintain optimal Ltd advocates a systematic
maintenance routines performance approach to upholstery
such as vacuuming, spot Extraction and Drying: maintenance, integrating
cleaning, and professional • Engage the extraction function the efficacy of chemicals,
deep cleaning can help on the Machine to remove the technological prowess
prevent dirt, stains, and excess moisture and cleaning of specific upholstery
solution.
odours from becoming cleaning machine, and
embedded in the fabric. • Thoroughly extract the cleaning a structured Standard
solution, ensuring minimal
residual moisture. Operating Procedure (SOP).
Guidelines given by the • Allow the upholstery to dry
manufacturers/suppliers of both the completely before returning it to placement to minimize sunlight
material and cleaning equipment/ regular use. exposure and implementing
chemicals should be followed • Facilitate drying by using fans policies to mitigate risks from
properly. Different types of material or ensuring proper ventilation in sharp objects are instrumental
will require different approaches. the treated area. in averting potential damage.
Wrong cleaning agent could lead Repair and Restoration: Regular inspections serve
to discolouration and damage. as preventive healthcare for
It is crucial to prevent spills • Explore the role of cleaning
and staining. If these happens, equipment like Taski TR 101 furniture, identifying issues
immediate action can reduce the in repairing minor damages before they escalate.
damage. Also recommended are and wear. Provide guidelines Review:
rotation and flipping of cushions on when to use the equipment
to prevent increased damage to for spot treatments and when • Regularly review and update
specific areas professional assistance may the SOP based on feedback,
be required for more extensive evolving industry best
restoration. practices, and manufacturer

Preventive Measures and recommendations.
Inspections: • Conduct training sessions for
• Beyond routine cleaning, staff involved in upholstery
proactive measures and vigilant maintenance to ensure
inspections play a pivotal role. adherence to the established
Encouraging strategic furniture procedures.

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