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Carpet can be particularly challenging to clean even in non-pandemic times: Muddy feet trample all over it, coffee gets spilled on it, and food crumbs settle into it. Worst of all, pathogens like bacteria and viruses get trapped in it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite the challenges, carpet can be part of a healthy environment with the proper care. Here are five things facility managers should keep in mind to ensure their carpets are cleaned as thoroughly and safely as possible during the COVID-19 pandemic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Carpet cannot be disinfected, only sanitized.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Cleaning is not the same as sanitizing, and sanitizing is not the same as disinfecting. These terms are often used interchangeably, but there are some clear distinctions between them. In fact, carpet cannot be disinfected, only sanitized.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether sanitizing or disinfecting any surface, the first step is always to clean it. This prevents pathogens from hiding under layers of dirt and dust. When it comes to carpets, this involves removing loose soil and other substances, like tar or paint, before deep cleaning and sanitizing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. The right vacuum makes all the difference in carpet care.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A vacuum is essential for keeping carpet clean and healthy\u2014but it is important to select the right one for your needs. A dual-motor upright vacuum with a high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filtration system can be a vital tool for fighting COVID-19 in any facility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Robotics can be a game changer.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Vacuuming is a time-consuming and monotonous task. It can also be physically demanding; lugging around heavy vacuums can cause back pain, and the repetitive arm motions can result in shoulder, wrist, and elbow injuries.\u00a0Autonomous vacuum sweepers\u00a0can take over this job with little-to-no assistance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. All products are not created equal.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Choosing the\u00a0right cleaning products\u00a0for carpet isn\u2019t always easy, but it\u2019s crucial. The wrong product can at best be inefficient and at worst damage the flooring or harm human health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Employee comfort should be top of mind.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If there\u2019s one thing the COVID-19 pandemic has made crystal clear, it\u2019s that cleaning for health is more important than cleaning for appearance. But that doesn\u2019t mean appearances don\u2019t matter. In fact, in many ways, they matter more than ever. 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