Janitorial Checklist:
Cleaning Tasks and Recommended Rags for Commercial Spaces

Maintaining a clean and hygienic commercial space is crucial for creating a positive environment for employees, clients, and visitors. This comprehensive janitorial checklist is designed to ensure that all areas of a commercial facility are thoroughly cleaned and sanitized on a regular basis.

Each task is carefully matched with the appropriate type of cleaning rag, sourced from A&A Wiping Cloth, to optimize efficiency and effectiveness. Whether it's daily dusting and sanitizing, weekly deep cleaning, or monthly and quarterly maintenance, this checklist provides clear guidance on the specific cleaning materials to use.

By following this systematic approach, janitorial staff can achieve consistent, high-quality cleaning results, enhancing the overall appearance and hygiene of the facility. This not only helps in maintaining a professional image but also contributes to the health and well-being of everyone who uses the space.



Daily Cleaning Tasks

Entryways and Lobbies

  • Polish furniture

Use: Recycled White Flannel – Soft and ideal for polishing without leaving scratches.

  • Clean light fixtures

Use: Microfiber Towels – Effective at removing dust and grime without streaking.

  • Wipe down baseboards

Use: Recycled Color Knit Rags – Perfect for detailed dusting and cleaning.

Restrooms

  • Deep clean floors and walls

Use: Recycled Color Terry Towels – Durable and suitable for heavy-duty cleaning tasks.

  • Descale sinks and toilets

Use: New White Knit – Soft and absorbent for effective descaling.

  • Wipe down partitions

Use: Recycled White Terry Towels – Ideal for cleaning large surfaces.

Offices and Workspaces

  • Dust surfaces

Use: Recycled White Knit Cloth – Effective for dusting due to their flexibility and ability to trap dust.

  • Sanitize desks and keyboards

Use: Microfiber Towels – Excellent for capturing dust and germs without scratching surfaces.

  • Wipe down phones and light switches

Use: Recycled Blue Surgical Towels – Perfect for disinfecting high-touch areas.

Restrooms

  • Clean and sanitize countertops and tables

Use: New White Terry Bar Towel – Highly absorbent and durable for cleaning and sanitizing.

  • Wipe down appliances

Use: New White Terry Bar Towel – Perfect for detailed cleaning and wiping of kitchen appliances.

  • Clean microwave inside and out

Use: White Washcloths – Effective for removing food residues.

Hallways and Common Areas

  • Dust surfaces

Use: White Flannel – Great for trapping and removing dust from various surfaces.

  • Wipe down door handles and light switches

Use: Recycled Blue Surgical Towels – Suitable for disinfecting high-touch areas.



Weekly Cleaning Tasks

Entryways and Lobbies

  • Polish furniture

Use: White Flannel – Soft and ideal for polishing without leaving scratches.

  • Clean light fixtures

Use: Microfiber Towels – Effective at removing dust and grime without streaking.

  • Wipe down baseboards

Use: Recycled Color Knit Rags – Perfect for detailed dusting and cleaning.

Restrooms

  • Deep clean floors and walls

Use: Recycled Color Terry Towels – Durable and suitable for heavy-duty cleaning tasks.

  • Descale sinks and toilets

Use: New White Knit – Soft and absorbent for effective descaling.

  • Wipe down partitions

Use: Recycled White Terry Towels – Ideal for cleaning large surfaces.

Offices and Workspaces

  • Wipe down and disinfect telephones

Use: Microfiber Towels – Effective in capturing and removing germs and dirt.

  • Clean windows

Use: Recycled Blue Surgical Towels – Provides streak-free cleaning for glass surfaces.

  • Dust blinds

Use: Recycled White Knit Rags – Flexible for cleaning between blinds.

Break Rooms and Kitchens

  • Clean inside of microwave and refrigerator

Use: New White Terry Bar Towel – Absorbent and durable for thorough cleaning.

  • Descale coffee machine

Use: Microfiber Towels – Effective for detailed and precise cleaning. Clean sink and faucet

  • Clean sink and faucet

Use: Recycled Blue Surgical Towels – Great for scrubbing and polishing.

Hallways and Common Areas

  • Dust vents and baseboards

Use: Recycled White Knit Rags – Flexible and great for reaching into tight spaces.

  • Clean windows

Use: Recycled Blue Surgical Towels – Ideal for streak-free window cleaning.

  • Wipe down railing

Use: Microfiber Towels – Durable and effective for disinfecting.



Monthly Cleaning Tasks

Entryways and Lobbies

  • Clean air vents

Use: Recycled Color Knit Rags – Durable and effective for scrubbing and cleaning vents.

  • Wipe down door frames

Use: Recycled White Knit Rags – Suitable for detailed cleaning.

Restrooms

  • Clean grout

Use: Recycled Color Terry Towels – Perfect for tough cleaning tasks like grout.

  • Polish metal fixtures

Use: White Flannel – Soft and perfect for polishing without scratching.

  • Clean under sinks

Use: Recycled Color Terry Towels – Effective for detailed scrubbing.

Offices and Workspaces

  • Clean and sanitize computer monitors

Use: Microfiber Towels – Ideal for delicate surfaces like screens.

  • Wipe down chairs

Use: Recycled White Knit Rags – Great for dusting and cleaning chair surfaces.

Break Rooms and Kitchens

  • Clean behind appliances

Use: New White Terry Bar Towel – Durable and absorbent for deep cleaning tasks.

  • Clean cabinet doors

Use: Recycled White Knit Rags – Effective for removing grease and dirt.

Hallways and Common Areas

  • Clean ceiling tiles

Use: Recycled Color Knit Rags – Durable for cleaning hard-to-reach areas.

  • Wipe down fire extinguishers and emergency equipment

Use: Recycled White Terry Towels – Effective for sanitizing and cleaning.



Quarterly Cleaning Tasks

Entryways and Lobbies

  • Clean walls and baseboards

Use: Recycled Color Knit Rags – Flexible and durable for cleaning large surface areas.

  • Inspect and clean door mats

Use: Recycled Color Terry Towels – Absorbent and effective for thorough cleaning.

Restrooms

  • Deep clean tile and grout

Use: Recycled Color Knit Rags – Suitable for scrubbing and cleaning tough grime.

  • Clean under toilets and behind urinals

Use: New White Terry Bar Towels – Effective for detailed scrubbing.

Offices and Workspaces

  • Clean light fixtures

Use: Microfiber Towels – Excellent for removing dust and grime.

  • Dust shelves and high surfaces

Use: Recycled White Knit Rags – Flexible for reaching high and tight spaces.

Break Rooms and Kitchens

  • Clean and sanitize trash bins

Use: Microfiber Towels – Effective in sanitizing and removing odors.

  • Clean vents and filters

Use: Recycled Color Knit Rags – Durable for thorough cleaning.

Hallways and Common Areas

  • Clean and polish woodwork

Use: White Flannel – Perfect for polishing and protecting wood surfaces.

  • Inspect and clean HVAC vents

Use: Recycled Color Knit Rags – Durable for thorough cleaning of vents.



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