In this case study from XL North, we explore an impressive terrazzo restoration project undertaken by the Rite Rug crew in Columbus, Ohio. Discover how a potent combination of a streamlined process and the chemistry of XL North’s PTU product line yielded remarkable results that not only pleased the client but also highlighted the efficacy […]
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Ceramic Tile Grout Haze Case Study
A local Scottsdale, Arizona daycare facility was faced with a floor care challenge when their newly installed ceramic tile was tracked with dirt and covered in grout haze. Matt Tylman and the DFS Green team were called in to correct the problem after other contractors failed to find a proper solution. In this case study, […]
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Cleaning & Maintaining Crumb Rubber Flooring Case Study
Roland Downs, owner of Downs Janitorial Services, discusses the recent success he had using XL Rubber Floor Cleaner/Maintainer on the floor at a 24 hour gym. In the case study, discover the process Roland used to remove drag marks from the crumb rubber flooring and how he was able to improve the overall appearance of […]
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Cleaning Heavily Soiled Hospital Carpet Case Study
Discover how G&W Commercial Interiors successfully tackled a challenging carpet restoration project at a Seattle hospital with XL North’s trusted products and process. Download the full case study to learn more about the steps, products, and training that contributed to an impressive transformation.
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Common Causes of Reappearing Commercial Carpet Spots
“Why did this spot come back?” is a question that commercial floor care providers often hear from their customers. However, until the cause of the spot is identified, there isn’t always a quick and simple answer. To properly troubleshoot, first ask, “When was the carpet last cleaned?” If it happened recently, the issue could be […]
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Dealing with Ice Melt Issues
During the winter season, ice melt issues are a common problem in many commercial spaces. Learn the proper way to clean carpet and resilient areas where ice melt re-soiling is a frequent problem.
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Dining Facility Carpet Case Study
Unhappy with the appearance of relatively new carpet, the staff at a dining facility in Chicago reached out to Steve Starcher and the Timco team for assistance. Steve and his crew performed an impressive demo to show how easily and effectively carpet can be cleaned and maintained when equipped with the proper chemistry and floor […]
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Discover the Difference that Foam Makes When Cleaning Carpet
XL North is always on the lookout for new advancements in the commercial floor care industry that can help our customers achieve better results. While using foam detergent as a cleaning method has been around for quite some time, the chemistry and process used to create foam has changed greatly over the decades. Recent improvements […]
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Do You Know The Facts About Vital Oxide?
More than ever during this uncertain time, you need to arm yourself with the facts so you can make the best choices to protect you, your staff, your customers, and their employees.
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Efflorescence on Grout Case Study
In this case study, Bob Deweese describes how one of his Rite Rug techs made an unusual discovery on what seemed to be an everyday grout cleaning job. The grout being cleaning was actually a few shades darker than it appeared. What had lightened the grout? A coating of salt formed during a process called […]
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Empower Your Team with On-Site IICRC Certification & Training from XL Academy
XL Academy recently had the privilege of facilitating on-site IICRC Commercial Carpet Maintenance Technician (CCMT) certification courses and exams for two of our customers and the feedback from their team members who participated in these sessions has been nothing short of exceptional. Instructor Bill Luallen’s expertise and teaching style made a significant impact, leaving a […]
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Floor Care in Focus: A Follow Up to The Ramifications of Specifications
A few years ago, I wrote an article titled The Ramifications of Specifications, which struck a chord across the flooring industry. The article highlighted how great flooring products often fail when installed in the wrong environments. This problem persists because crucial voices—those of floor care professionals—are too often left out of the decision-making process. Since […]
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Guides & Checklists
Flooring Pre-Maintenance Checklist
Job site evaluations are crucial before beginning any floor care project. By getting answers to as many questions as possible, your team’s effectiveness and efficiency will improve, positively impacting overall job performance. The answers can determine the chemicals used, the cleaning procedures, and/or how many technicians are needed for the job. Do not ever assume […]
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Floors Maintained with Bleach
It’s still common (even in this day and age) to have custodial personal take it upon themselves to do what they think is right. We often see this phenomena when a company goes to do a strip and finish for a new client or even an existing one. Mopping with bleach will leave the “salt” […]
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Get Serious About Company Culture
Company culture has been a trending topic in the corporate arena for a few years now, and it’s not exclusive to large corporations and the white collar professional. The “culture” of a company is essentially the organization’s personality. Company culture consists of many elements, including your organization’s mission, work setting, ethics, expectations, values, and goals. […]
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Go on the Offensive to Protect Your Flooring Investment
By Spencer Luallen, Technical Maintenance Specialist, Roppe Holding Company Safe guarding investments and assets is always a good idea, right? Nick Saban and the Alabama Crimson Tide wouldn’t take Offensive Linemen off the field to get another Wide Receiver on the field, would they? No, because protecting the 5-star Quarterback recruit that could lead them […]