Using a Janitorial Service to Keep Your Business’s Reputation Intact

A business runs on its reputation. A good reputation leads to increased business and increased profits. A negative reputation will have the reverse effect. It is easy for a good reputation to be lost, and it is difficult for a bad reputation to be lived down. Something that will have a huge impact on the way a business is perceived is whether or not it is clean or dirty. It doesn’t matter if it is a retail store, a medical facility, an office facility, a manufacturing plant, or a restaurant. A dirty environment will have a negative effect on a business’s reputation.

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When people walk into a building, the very first thing they notice is how clean it is. This is true not only of customers, but also of employees. Employees are uncomfortable and often feel embarrassed when they are working in a place that is dirty. It is hard for employees to look or to feel professional when the environment they are working in is full of dirt and grime.

Interestingly, in a professional environment, it is not just the big things that clients notice. They focus on the details. They notice if the areas along the floor boards have collected dust. They will see if dust is collecting on fan blades, or if lighting fixtures are dirty. They will make decisions about the company and its employees based on how clean their work space is. If an office has trash bins that are full of trash, public bathrooms that are dirty and unkempt, and an entryway where the floor is full of mud, clients are going to have a negative reaction.

The situation is even worse in restaurants and in medical environments. Customers have been known to walk out of clinics or walk out of restaurants and never come back if they feel that these places are unkempt or dirty. One of the first places that a customer at a restaurant or a potential patient at a clinic looks at to determine the cleanliness level of the building is at its windows. If windows are smudged or full of finger prints, it is a good indication that other areas inside the building are just as dirty.

It is very clear to see why businesses are willing to pay good money to hire industrial cleaning services. If the janitorial service hired does their job well, they will not only help to improve the business’s image, but they will also improve the morale of employees, improve the hygiene level of the facility, and protect the business’s reputation.

The Benefits and Risks of Portable Heaters

Whether you have a large or small home, or even a newer or older home, you more than likely have at least one place within the home that doesn't heat up as well as other parts.  But just turning the heat up across the board really isn't the answer for a number of reasons. First off, it could dramatically impact your heating bill.  This is especially not welcome if you didn't need it in the rest of your home.  In addition, though, it may make the rest of your home uncomfortably warmer.  And worse yet, may not address the heat in the first location anyway.

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One solution you can consider is purchasing a portable heater.  Over the years there has been a lot of controversial thoughts on using portable heaters, primarily because in the past they did cause a lot of home fires.  However, technology has improved dramatically over the years and these units can be quite useful and safe.  Some of the key pros to using an electric portable heater include the following:

*  Being portable, they can be moved from place to place easily. 

*  With a variety of brands and models to choose from, you can choose one with as great a range as you need.  For example, do you need to heat a small area or a medium sized area?  (If you have a large area needing extra heating you may need to get a couple of them).

*  When not in use they can store away easily.

*  Some of the newer units can double as a fan or even a portable air conditioner.

*  For those of you with designer decorating taste there are even a number of really cool, interesting designs to choose from.

But as with anything, you should consider the cons with using one of these electric portable heating devices, too.

*  They generally only heat smaller areas, so using them in a large or open room, or one with vaulted ceilings probably will not have the effect you are looking for.

*  As with any electrical device there is always a potential of fire, though less so than in the past.  You should keep your heater away from drapes, clothing, couches or anything that could potentially catch on fire.

*  The circulation isn't as strong as with a whole house system.

*  The BTU may not be efficient for the room you are looking to heat (so check this prior to your purchase).

You can also consider a propane heater.  Some of the pros and cons for these heaters include:

*  Fan performance and heat distribution is better.

*  They come in a variety of sizes depending on the space you are trying to heat.

*  As propane is very inexpensive, using these heaters compared to electric should cost less to operate.

*  Since propane heaters has an exposed flame (which is covered) they can get extremely hot with a higher chance for fire than the electric varieties.

*  You will need to have a propane tank to run your heater.  You can get larger tanks, but these are less desirable since they are not very fashionable, bulky and more visibly obtrusive.

So bottom line, you will be able to find a portable heater to meet your needs, no matter what your space is like.  But choosing the proper unit with all the features and characteristics you need or desire will just take a little research and shopping.  You can try the home building stores, department stores and even online shopping to expand your options.

Written by APM Construction Services, a construction and home maintenance company that is the best choice for heating and cooling Columbia, MO has to offer.

Colorless Sun Reflection

For The Weekend in Black and White this week, allow me to share wonderful moment in one afternoon around the Gede Lake Bogor (West Java, Indonesia). Without colors, the sun reflected on the lake surface still worth to be admired.

Categories of Decorative Accent Pillows for Sofa

Accent pillows are pillows that are used to accentuate a certain area in the room. Not only are they decorative but they are also useful as they provide comfort and make a room look cozy. Since they are so popular, there are many different designs that you can choose from.

Different Categories of Accent Pillows for Sofa

Basic Accent Pillows

These are very basic pillows that have simple designs. They are mostly available in neutral colors so they can be used in almost any room and can be paired with other pillows that have more detailed designs and brighter colors.

Custom-made Accent Pillows

These pillows are made as required by the client. They provide a specific design and color scheme that the manufacturers follow.

Embellished Accent Pillows

These luxury throw pillows are available in several designs and further embellishments like laces, beads, embroidery and sequences are added to give the pillow a more contemporary look.  There are several styles that one can go for such as vintage, oriental, retro etc.

How You Can Decorate Your Space with Luxury Throw Pillows

There are a few things that you should keep in mind when decorating a room with pillows. Consider these:

Number and Arrangement Of the Pillows

Asymmetrical look is the best which is why it is recommended that you arrange the pillows in odd numbers like in threes and fives. Furthermore, go for smaller pillow so that the room doesn’t look overdone.

The Shape

There are several shapes that you can choose from. You can use round pillows on single sofas and chairs whereas you can go for more angular pillows (squares and rectangles) for big couches. A lot of people love decorating their living room with bolsters as it gives a very majestic and royal look.

The Pattern and The Fabric

Have a good look at your room before deciding on the pattern. Is the paint color a boring shade of white? If yes then you can to for bright colors and interesting geometric patterns. If the color of your room is bright then go for more neutral colors like weight, cream, and beige so that it evens out the room’s appearance.

The Trim and Edges

If you want to give your rooms a more artistic or formal look then you can go for Aubusson style pillows as they are extremely fancy and have flared edges that have a lot of tassels and fringes.

About the Company

PillowsandDecor.com has a vast range of beautiful pillows that are made from fabrics which are imported from countries like Belgium and Spain. Not only are their pillows affordable but the company also has excellent customer care service which makes shopping with them truly memorable.