Hospitality
Cleaning Supplies and Equipment
Guests come to hospitality businesses with the expectation of relaxing and leaving their worries, at least for cleaning, at the door. We provide end-to-end janitorial solutions for all lodging facilities, including hotels, resorts, motels, bed & breakfasts, and even privately owned properties like Airbnb and Vrbo.
Hospitality facilities manage a wide range of spaces, from guest rooms and public areas to amenities and behind-the-scenes work zones. To keep operations running smoothly, cleaning programs must be efficient, consistent, and scalable. We support lodging operations of all sizes with janitorial solutions designed to streamline workflows, maintain standards, and support staff performance throughout the property.
Hospitality Cleaning, Done Right Â
We support housekeeping teams with the products, equipment, and operational guidance needed to keep cleaning programs running smoothly. Let us help you build a customized program that fits all the needs of your hospitality facility. Contact us today to get started or learn more about our processes below!
Housekeeping Cleaning Solutions
Regardless of the amenities your facility offers, your janitorial staff has many areas to juggle when maintaining a full-service hospitality business. Learn how to streamline these processes with our array of high-quality cleaning products, tools, and equipment below.Â
Lobby
The lobby of your facility likely sees the most foot traffic in your building, from guests, staff, deliveries, and more. Learn how to optimize your cleaning routines for each area of your lobby below.
Matting Solutions
The floor in your lobby, reception, and entryway areas is one of the first things guests notice, which is why it’s so important to keep it shiny and well-protected from the elements. One of the best and most effective tactics is to install matting systems at all building entrances. This not only prevents most debris from even entering your building, but also significantly reduces corrosive soils, such as salt, during the winter months, from dulling your floors year-round.
We also recommend implementing an anti-fatigue matting system behind reception desks for your staff. These types of mats not only help reduce strain, keeping employees comfortable for longer, but also minimize slip-and-fall risks by adding extra traction. This is especially helpful during rainy and wet seasons, when water is tracked into your building by guests and staff alike.Â
- M + A Matting Super Scrapeâ„¢ Matting → Durable 100% nitrile rubber mat provides a slip-resistant surface. Ideal for use in and outside of entrances.Â
- M + A Matting CleanShield® Matting → Low-profile, anti-microbial matting with adhesive backing to ensure it stays in place. Keeps floors dry, and the moisture barrier keeps liquids from soaking through to the floor.Â
- M + A Hog Heaven® Anti-Fatigue Matting → Certified high-traction by the National Floor Safety Institute (NFSI). Designed to provide comfort and durability for staff standing for long hours.Â
Overall, matting systems and a proper floor care maintenance routine help protect flooring from wear and keep your floors looking better for longer. Browse our matting selection here.Â
Floor Care Maintenance Products
From tile to natural stones like marble and even carpeting, we have floor care maintenance products for every application.Â
Top daily cleaners:Â
- Ameritech SynShield Daily Floor Cleaner → Specially designed to remove soil without dulling or harming the protective wear layers on no/low maintenance flooring such as luxury vinyl tile (LVT), laminate flooring, rubber, sheet vinyl, and linoleum.Â
- Spartan SunSwept® Floor Cleaner & Shine Restorer → Specifically formulated to maintain high gloss floor finishes on all resilient type floorings: asphalt, rubber, vinyl, terrazzo, ceramic tile, quarry tile, and all surfaces unharmed by water.
- Spartan Consume Eco-Lyzer® Neutral Disinfectant → A neutral disinfectant cleaner safe to use on most floors, including concrete, ceramic, terrazzo, marble, slate, rubber, VCT, and painted surfaces.Â
There’s no one-size-fits-all solution to floor care, which is why we recommend speaking with one of our experts to develop a comprehensive floor care maintenance routine. Between the chemicals, equipment, floor pads, and the floor types themselves, there are many factors to consider when recommending a routine to keep your floors looking professional. If you select products without these considerations, you risk damaging your floors or leaving behind sticky residues that can make them look worse than when you started. Browse our full line of chemicals, including floor care product categories, here.Â
Cleaning High Touch Surfaces
Different groups of people visiting mean lobbies are the perfect places for germs and bacteria to spread. This is why effective chemicals and consistent cleaning routines are crucial for preventing widespread outbreaks between guests and staff. Learn which areas to prioritize during daily cleaning and which products are most helpful to keep on hand.Â
Guest High-Touch Surfaces
- Entry door handles and push plates
- Revolving door rails
- Front desk counters and ledges
- Check-in kiosks and touchscreens
- Elevator call buttons
- Handrails (stairs and ramps)
- Seating armrests
- Water fountains and bottle fillers
Staff High-Touch Surfaces
- Front desk keyboards, phones, and mice
- Drawer pulls and cabinet handles
- Security stations and access panels
Helpful Disinfectants & Tools for Cleaning High-Touch Surfaces:Â
Quiet Equipment Solutions
Lobbies are already bustling, so adding more noise from cleaning equipment can easily irritate and upset guests. This said, we know daytime cleaning isn’t always avoidable, which is why we offer quiet equipment, sometimes as quiet as a normal conversation, for cleaning in these areas.
Vacuums:Â
- Sanitaire® EONâ„¢ QuietClean® Upright Vacuum → Engineered with professional-grade components to meet the demands of commercial cleaning while maintaining a 68 dBA sound level.Â
- Karcher-Windsor Sensor® S2 12 HEPA Vacuum → As a market leader in cleaning performance and reliability, this vacuum comes with HEPA filtration and works with a noise level of only 67 dBA.
- Nilfisk Adgility Backpack Vacuum → designed to improve both the cleaning productivity and ergonomic comfort of your cleaning crew. Has a noise level as low as 64 dBA.
Extractors:Â
- Karcher Armada BRC 40/22 C Extractor → Powerful extractor machine that offers an eco!efficiency mode that is quiet and perfect for daytime cleaning. Has an operating noise level of 66 dBA.
- Karcher Chariot™ 3 iExtract 26 DUO + 225 Ah Extractor → When you need extraction and interim cleaning productivity for large areas of soft floor, this is your solution. Has an operating noise level of 69 dBA.
- NaceCare AV12QX Carpet Extractor → With its exceptionally quiet 60 dB(A) operating noise level and surprisingly lightweight build, this is the perfect machine for daytime cleaning.Â
These are by no means all of the quiet equipment we have available. Feel free to browse our selection of commercial vacuums and extractors to find the one that works best for your staff, or reach out to our team, and we can help point you in the right direction.Â
Make a Strong First Impression, Every Day
From entrance matting and floor care programs to high-touch disinfection and quiet daytime equipment, we help facilities maintain clean, safe, and welcoming lobbies without disrupting guests. Connect with our team to build a lobby cleaning program that reinforces guest confidence from the moment they walk in.
Lounge & Bar
Lounge and bar areas play a key role in shaping first impressions and guest comfort. Whether guests are relaxing between activities, meeting with others, or waiting for their room to be ready, these spaces should feel clean and welcoming at all times. High traffic, food and beverage service, and frequent touchpoints make consistent cleaning essential, not only for appearance, but also for health, safety, and compliance.
Bar Cleaning Solutions
The bar top and back bar will inevitably collect sticky substances from constant use or occasional spills. It’s important to have the right products on hand to both stay compliant with health regulations and maintain a clean, professional experience for guests. Explore our top product and equipment recommendations for these applications below.Â
- Food Contact Sanitizer → Ideal for cleaning counters, glassware, silverware, and other nonporous surfaces.Â
- Microfiber & More Disposable Cloths → Multi-purpose, superior strength, and cleaning ability microfiber wiper that reduces cross-contamination and removes 99.9% soil and bacteria.Â
- Spartan Consume® Drop-in-a-Drain® Treatment → Keeps pipes free flowing by eliminating buildups.Â
- Fresh Products Super-Sorb Liquid Spill Absorbent → It locks odors away and turns liquids into a semi-solid gel for fast and easy cleanup.
- Spartan Superior High Shine Stainless Steel Cleaner & Polish → Removes light soil, including fingerprints, grease, smudges, and spills on stainless steel surfaces with ease.Â
Tools & Equipment
- Sanitaire HydroClean Hard Floor Washer → Vacuums and washes in one step, cuts your cleaning time in half, and flips critical spaces faster in fast-paced areas like bars.Â
- Warewashing Systems → From chemicals to machines to dispensing systems, we offer everything your bar needs to effectively clean your wares.Â
- Drainable Matting Systems → We recommend implementing matting systems behind your bars for their excellent slip resistance and antifatigue properties.
- Unger® Telescopic Ergo Dust Pan with Broom → Removes debris quickly for spot cleaning without bending.
Food & Beverage Solutions
Many hospitality facilities offer complimentary or paid snack bars in their lounge areas to provide a convenient option for hungry guests. We stock everything you could need for areas like this, including:Â
- Coffee, Tea Products, and moreÂ
Keep Lounge and Bar Areas Guest-Ready
From food-contact sanitizers and spill-response tools to warewashing systems and matting, we help hospitality teams maintain clean, compliant, and inviting lounge and bar spaces. Connect with our team to build a cleaning and supply program that supports smooth service and a consistently polished guest experience.
Guest Rooms
Your guest rooms are the heart of your business and where your guests generally spend most of their time when physically in your facility. Cleaning guest rooms will, in turn, be what your janitorial staff is most preoccupied with, as daily housekeeping and room turnover need to be quick to ensure the next guest can check in on time and so the current guest can return without being inconvenienced. Learn more about the products and processes we recommend below.
Priority Cleaning Areas
High-touch and high-visibility surfaces should be prioritized during every room turnover to reduce cross-contamination and maintain a clean, professional appearance.
Key areas to address include →
- Door handles and deadbolts (interior & exterior)
- Light switches and dimmers
- TV remotes
- Thermostat controls
- Nightstand and desk surfaces
- Closet door handlesÂ
- Windows and mirrorsÂ
- Telephone handsets
Consistent attention to these touchpoints supports guest confidence and hygiene standards.
Recommended Cleaning Products
We recommend professional-grade cleaners, disinfectants, and deodorizers that work quickly, dry fast, and are safe for repeated daily use in occupied spaces:
- Spartan Fast & Easy® RTU Handi Spray® Cleaner → Cuts through grease, soot, and other hard-to-remove soils by simply spraying and wiping dry.Â
- Spic & Span® Professional Disinfectant All Purpose & Glass Cleaner → Dual-solvent formula designed to dissolve greasy soils and provide an easy wipe-up. Evaporates quickly.Â
- Spartan Steriphene II® Brand Disinfectant Deodorant → ideal for convenient disinfection after spot cleaning and for hard-to-reach areas not easily reached during routine cleaning.Â
- Febreze® Deep Penetrating Fabric Refresher → A light, fresh scent is left behind, keeping treated linens smelling fresh and clean.Â
- Pariser DeoScent Oil-Based Room Freshener → A concentrated, oil-based room freshener that leaves a pleasant odor, which lasts for several hours.
Fast-drying, multi-surface products help minimize downtime while maintaining sanitation standards.
Core Janitorial Processes
When paired with the right products, streamlined processes help teams move efficiently through each room while maintaining consistent results.
Standard room turnover tasks include →
- Restock consumables (E.g., paper products such as tissues and napkins).Â
- Strip and replace linens
- Empty and replace trash
- Vacuum floorÂ
- Restock coffee bar, if applicableÂ
Standardizing these steps improves consistency across staff and shifts.
Equipment Solutions
Efficient room cleaning depends on reliable, easy-to-use, and comfortable equipment for daily operation.
- Commercial Vacuums → Considering vacuuming is a core step in cleaning guest rooms, you’ll want to find one that is the perfect combination of efficiency, ease-of-use, and comfort for your staff to use day after day. Thankfully, we have an expansive range of commercial vacuum cleaners with options for both daytime and off-hours cleaning.Â
- Carpet Extractors → It’s not uncommon for guests to have the occasional spill. In these cases, your staff will need a way to clean them quickly to avoid permanently staining the carpeting and damaging the floor.Â
Browse our full variety of commercial equipment solutions further on this page or on our equipment site here.Â
Support Faster, More Consistent Room Turnover
We support efficient guest room cleaning with the right mix of high-touch disinfectants, restocking essentials, and dependable cleaning equipment designed for daily use. Connect with our team to build a housekeeping program that keeps rooms guest-ready and check-ins on schedule.
Bathrooms
Bathrooms, both in-room and public, play a key role in how guests judge the overall quality of their hospitality experience. These spaces require dedicated, consistent servicing to meet guest expectations and support hygiene standards. When bathrooms look and feel clean, guests are more likely to feel comfortable, relaxed, and confident in their stay.
Special Touches That Make an Impact
For many guests, small details make a lasting impression. When paired with effective cleaning routines, thoughtful touches, such as stocked amenities and pleasant, spa-like scents, can significantly influence guest satisfaction and repeat visits.
Recommended enhancements include →
- Shower kit / Hotel Amenity Kit / Toiletries Kits → Convenient, ready-to-use toiletry sets for guest comfort.Â
- Luxury deodorizing products → Provide a clean, fresh impression without overpowering fragrance.Â
- Spa-like personal care products → Elevate the in-room bathroom experience.Â
These additions complement cleaning efforts and enhance the perceived value of their stay.
Core Janitorial Processes
Consistent, well-defined processes help ensure bathrooms remain clean, safe, and guest-ready throughout the day.
Standard restroom cleaning steps include →
- Put on the required PPE (often, gloves are the minimum PPE required)Â
- Restock consumablesÂ
- Paper products (EX, tissues, toilet paper, paper towels, etc.)
- Personal care products (EX, amenities, soaps, etc.)
- Restock fresh towels & bath matsÂ
High-Touch Surfaces to Prioritize
- Faucet handles
- Toilet flush handles and buttons
- Stall door locks and latches
- Sink counters
- Soap and towel dispensers
- Paper towel levers
- Hand dryer buttons
- Baby-changing stations
Focusing on these contact points helps reduce cross-contamination and supports guest safety.
Equipment Solutions
Powerful, intentionally built cleaning equipment improves your team’s cleaning consistency while helping staff work efficiently in tight restroom spaces.
Compact Floor Scrubbers → Designed to maneuver easily in confined areas, compact scrubbers deliver deep, consistent floor cleaning while reducing labor time and improving slip resistance.
Recommended options include →
Restroom Cleaning Systems → All-in-one restroom cleaning systems simplify workflows by combining multiple cleaning steps into a single, efficient process.
Recommended systems include →
Wet/Dry Vacuums → Wet/dry vacuums quickly remove standing water, spills, and debris, helping speed drying times and reduce slip hazards.
Recommended options include →
Pairing the right equipment with effective cleaning products improves sanitation results and staff efficiency.
Elevate guests’ Bathroom Experience
From amenity restocking and deodorizing solutions to compact scrubbers and no-touch restroom systems, we help hospitality teams deliver bathrooms that look clean, smell fresh, and feel well cared for. Connect with our team to build a restroom cleaning program that supports staff efficiency and leaves a lasting positive impression on guests.
Fitness Center
Hotel fitness centers are high-use, high-touch environments where cleanliness directly impacts guest confidence and safety. With shared equipment, sweat, and frequent contact, these spaces require cleaning products capable of killing a broad spectrum of microorganisms, including but not limited to:Â
- Bacteria (such as Staphylococcus aureus (Staph) and MRSA)
- Viruses (including cold, flu, and norovirus strains)
- Fungi and mold
- Mildew
- Yeast
- Most other odor-causing microorganismsÂ
Using products with the proper strength helps prevent guests from spreading or contracting serious infections in your fitness center or gym.
Recommended Cleaning Products
From facilities big to small, we stock convenient cleaning products for staff and guests to clean your fitness space throughout the day.Â
Between wipes for quick equipment wipe-downs and a hospital-grade concentrate you can dilute and use in spray bottles, we have the combination of products you need for an efficient cleaning routine. Knowing that not all hospitality businesses have enough staffing to have someone stationed at the gym and athletic areas at all times, you can make these products available to guests so they can clean up after themselves.Â
We recommend starting with these proven cleaning solutions for hotel fitness centers:Â
Supporting Supplies for Guest & Staff Convenience
Fitness centers benefit from readily available accessories that encourage consistent cleaning and hand hygiene. We often see our fitness center customers pair the following products for convenience and added safety.Â
Commonly paired solutions include →
This list is only the top products we see as helpful for partners. If you have any specialty or problem areas you need help with, reach out to our team for assistance!
Equipment Solutions
You may be able to get away with tried-and-true cleaning tools if you have a small gym, but having your team’s equipment built specifically to make cleaning more efficient can really maximize your labor costs. The equipment we recommend is versatile and can clean in a variety of areas – not just a fitness center – making it a worthwhile investment for your business.Â
The top three machines and tools we recommend in fitness spaces include:Â
- Tennant T300 Walk-Behind Floor Scrubber: Affordable, battery-powered, walk-behind floor scrubber with a 20″ cleaning path.Â
- Sanitaire HydroClean Hard Floor Washer: Cleans and vacuums hard floors in commercial spaces in one step. No spray bottles, mops, buckets, or cloths needed.Â
- Microfiber & More Clean Water Mop System Kit: Includes a divided mop bucket, a mop handle, a red medium rest room mop, a green medium kitchen mop, and a medium blue open area mop.Â
For tailored recommendations for your facility or more information about our complimentary facility evaluations, request a survey or contact our team here.Â
Support a Cleaner, Safer Fitness Experience
We help hospitality teams outfit fitness centers with disinfectants, wipes, and dispensing solutions that support infection prevention and guest safety. Connect with our team to build a fitness center cleaning routine that keeps operations running smoothly.
Water Amenities
Pools, spas, saunas, and other water amenities require a higher level of care than many other areas of your facility. Constant moisture, high humidity, and the use of water-treatment chemicals create unique cleaning challenges that demand compatible products and specialized equipment.
Without the right solutions in place, these environments can quickly develop slippery surfaces, scale buildup, odors, and microbial growth. With all this in mind, you can imagine how this can put both staff and guests at risk, showing how proper cleaning not only supports ongoing guest happiness but also helps maintain compliance with health and safety standards.
Compatible Cleaning Products
Because aquatic areas already rely on carefully balanced water chemistry, it’s critical to use cleaners and disinfectants that work effectively without interfering with existing treatments or damaging surrounding surfaces.Â
We recommend the following compatible solutions →
- Spartan Sani-T-10® Disinfectant Sanitizer Algicide → Sani-T-10’s algicidal activity makes it extremely effective for treating swimming pools. Destroys pathogenic bacteria, fungi, and viruses and the odor-causing chemicals they produce.
- Betco® MAD Hard Surface Detergent → Removes soap scum, body oils, and grease from swimming pools and showers. Will not harm floors or drains.Â
- Pumie® Tile and Concrete Cleaner → Removes tough stains with gentle abrasive action in pools, spas, and other water features.
In addition to comprehensive chemical programs, we provide commercial laundry solutions designed to support high-volume, repeat towel use while maintaining cleanliness and fabric life. Our offerings help streamline your operations so you and your team can focus on delivering consistent results that guests notice.Â
Recommended Equipment Solutions
Maintaining water amenities safely and efficiently requires durable, moisture-resistant equipment that withstands the wet environments associated with pools and related amenities.
Recommended equipment includes →
- Motor Scrubber M3 Specialty Cleaning Machine → This waterproof machine combines industrial cleaning power with a compact design to deliver a small floor scrubber ideal for aquatic centers.Â
- Commercial Pressure Washers → Tackle dirt, grime, and scum build-up using high-powered commercial pressure machine equipment.Â
- Karcher Jarvis Surface Cleaner → Offers a complete solution for quick, streak-free cleaning of pool decks and surrounding areas.Â
- Tennant ASC-15 Q12 Multi-Surface Cleaner → This all-surface cleaning machine effectively cleans a variety of hard surfaces, including tile and aquatic center floors.Â
- Â *Contact us for more information about this machine.Â
- US Products 1200 Multi-Surface Extractor → This non-heated, dual-vacuum multi-surface extractor deep-cleans even the most porous surfaces.Â
Maintain Safe, Inviting Aquatic Spaces
We help hospitality teams maintain clean, safe, and enjoyable water amenities with products and equipment designed for moisture-heavy environments. Connect with our team to build a water amenities cleaning program that supports guest safety, protects surfaces, and keeps your pools and spas operating at their best.
Food Service Areas
For hospitality businesses with full-service restaurants, bars, and commercial kitchens, cleaning standards must meet the same food safety expectations as standalone food service operations. These environments demand strict sanitation protocols to protect guests and prevent cross-contamination. If ignored, you risk not only a foodborne illness outbreak but also damage to your establishment’s reputation, especially in your food service. With that said, it is essential to establish clearly defined cleaning procedures and to stock food-grade chemical solutions from the start.Â
Recommended Chemical Solutions
High-traffic prep areas, cooking surfaces, and back-of-house spaces accumulate grease, food soils, and moisture throughout the day. Using the correct cleaners not only improves cleanliness but also extends the life of your kitchen equipment and helps maintain compliance with food safety regulations.
To break through these stubborn soils in every area of your kitchen, we recommend the following chemical solutions:Â
- Spartan Sani-Tyze® Food Contact Surface Sanitizer → A ready-to-use quaternary-based cleaner, sanitizer, and deodorizer formulated for maximum economy and convenience wherever food is processed, prepared, or served.
- Spartan Sani-T-10 Plus® Food Contact Sanitizer → Quat-based, food contact sanitizer for use in food handling areas.Â
- Spartan Oven & Grill Cleaner → A combination of solvents, wetting agents, and alkaline materials. Effectively cleans hot or cold surfaces and can be used for daytime or overnight cleaning.
- Spartan Consume® Drop-in-a-Drain® Treatment → Microbes or digesters consume or “eat” the organic build-up on pipes, in effect eliminating buildups and keeping pipes free-flowing.Â
- Spartan Chlorinated Degreaser → The bleach cleaning action is high foaming and great for fast grease release, and safe to use on aluminum, galvanized steel, and stainless steel.
Support Safe, Compliant Kitchen Operations
Pairing food-grade chemicals with proper dilution, application methods, and staff training helps kitchens stay inspection-ready while maintaining a clean, efficient workflow. We work with hospitality teams to build foodservice cleaning programs that balance safety, performance, and ease of use without slowing service. Contact us today to get started.Â
Laundry
Laundry operations play a critical role in guest satisfaction across hospitality environments. From guest room linens to towels used in fitness centers, pools, and spas, maintaining clean textiles requires more than just basic detergents – it requires a coordinated laundry program built around the right chemicals, systems, and supplies.
Americhem partners with trusted manufacturers to provide high-quality laundry solutions designed for commercial hospitality demands, helping facilities deliver consistent results while extending linen life and controlling costs.
Why a Dedicated Laundry Program Matters
A well-designed laundry program helps your operation:
- Remove body soils, oils, and odors more effectively
- Maintain towel absorbency and a clean, professional appearance
- Reduce fabric wear caused by harsh or improper wash formulas
- Improve turnaround times during peak occupancy
- Support guest comfort and confidence in cleanliness
The right products and processes protect both your linens and your reputation.
Laundry Chemical Solutions
Commercial laundry chemicals are formulated to perform under high-volume conditions while remaining fabric-safe and efficient.
The top laundry chemical categories include:
- Detergents → Break down body oils, soils, and everyday grime without damaging fibers
- Alkali builders → Enhance detergent performance for heavily soiled loads
- Bleaches and sanitizers → Support whitening, stain removal, and hygienic laundering
- Sours and neutralizers → Restore proper pH to extend linen life and improve softness
- Fabric softeners → Improve hand feel, reduce static, and enhance guest comfort
Proper chemical selection helps prevent yellowing, stiffness, and premature linen replacement. Browse our full line of laundry chemical solutions here.Â
Professional Laundry Systems
Through our partner Pariser, you can access liquid laundry injection systems that automatically feed your chemicals into your washing machines without human intervention. These systems benefit hospitality businesses by:Â
- Ensuring consistent, accurate chemical dosing for every load
- Reducing chemical waste and overuse that can damage linens
- Improving wash quality across varying load sizes and soil levels
- Supporting safer chemical handling by limiting staff exposure
These systems even have a digital component, allowing you to monitor your chemical usage right on your phone. Learn more about these automated dispensing systems here or contact us directly to ask any questions you have wth an expert!
Access to Laundry Supplies
High-quality linens and supplies are just as important as the wash process itself. We help facilities source durable, hospitality-grade textiles designed for repeated commercial laundering.
Common laundry supplies include:
Matching the right textiles with the right wash chemistry protects your investment and improves guest experience.
Optimize Your Exterior Cleaning Program
By aligning laundry chemicals, dispensing systems, and textile selection, facilities can maintain consistent quality across every load. Clean sheets and linens can be the difference between guests becoming loyal and moving on to another lodging accommodation on their next trip.
If you need any of these solutions, connect with our team! We can help review your laundry setup and build a program that aligns with your budget and supports ongoing guest satisfaction.
Housekeeping Areas
Housekeeping areas, even when limited to storage rooms or janitorial closets, serve as the operational backbone of your cleaning program. These spaces are where teams prepare at the start of each shift and reset at the end of the day, making organization, safety, and accessibility essential to consistent performance.
Housekeeping Organization Tips
A clean, well-stocked housekeeping area helps staff work more efficiently, reduces wasted product, and builds confidence in daily routines. When tools and supplies are readily available and properly maintained, your team can focus on delivering quality results throughout the facility.
Key factors in maintaining effective housekeeping areas include:
- Proper organization and labeling of chemicals, tools, and consumables
- Adequate PPE availability to support safe handling of chemicals and equipment
- Clean, uncluttered storage to reduce cross-contamination and hazards
- Standardized cart stocking procedures to ensure staff have what they need without overuse or shortages
- Routine inspection and restocking schedules to keep supplies consistent and compliant
As part of this process, it’s important to train your janitorial team on how to properly stock and maintain their cleaning carts. Standardized cart setups improve efficiency, reduce product misuse, and help ensure every area of your facility is cleaned to the same standard.
Recommended Housekeeping Carts
Housekeeping carts serve as the mobile command center for your janitorial team. A properly equipped and well-organized cart helps staff move efficiently between rooms and public spaces, reduces unnecessary trips to supply closets, and maintains consistent cleaning standards across your facility.
We offer a range of cart solutions designed to support different cleaning environments, room counts, and staffing models:
- O-Cedar® MaxiRough® Janitor Cart → Lightweight cart with molded features provides convenient storage for tools and maneuvers easily in confined areas.Â
- KaiVac® OmniFlexâ„¢ SUVâ„¢ → An all-in-one multipurpose cart system that replaces and outperforms mops and buckets, janitor’s carts, wet vacuums, dust mops, and more.
- Microfiber & More Complete Compact Cleaning Cart → Cart system includes mops, cloths, pads, hardware, and duster for easy cafeteria and food service cleaning.
- Microfiber & More Premium Cleaning Cart → Simplify cleaning with a cart that includes a cabinet, bucket, and wringer in one. Offers plenty of room for supply storage as well.Â
- Unger® DeepCleanRx Janitorial Cart → Your custodians will have every restroom cleaning tool at their disposal with these carts. Includes telescopic dustpan with broom, duster, toilet bowl brush, dual bucket kit, microfiber kit, and more.Â
- Unger® SpotCleanRx Janitorial Cart → These compact yet versatile carts offer organized storage, an integrated mop and waste system, and remain maneuverable for spot cleaning.
- Unger® RestroomRx Janitorial Cart → This Unger cart was designed as the ultimate solution for convenient restroom cleaning.
Support Staff Training & Best Practices
Whether you’re onboarding new employees or refreshing best practices with an existing team, we offer complimentary training to all our partners. Our training resources cover janitorial fundamentals, chemical safety, equipment use, and efficiency strategies, helping your team work smarter and safer every day. Browse our available training resources, our full product catalog, or connect with our team to build custom janitorial solutions tailored to your operation.
Building Exterior
The exterior of your hotel or hospitality business is a direct reflection of what guests can expect once they step inside. From curb appeal to safety and accessibility, exterior cleanliness plays a critical role in first impressions and brand perception.
Exterior areas are exposed to constant environmental contaminants, including weather-related debris, vehicle and foot traffic, and even food waste. Without the right combination of equipment, chemicals, and maintenance routines, buildup can quickly create safety hazards, damage surfaces, and detract from your property’s appearance.
Key Areas to Prioritize
Exterior cleaning programs should focus on high-visibility and high-traffic zones, including:
- Facades
- Canopies & awnings
- Exterior signage and branding
- Window exteriors and frames
- Sidewalks and pedestrian paths
- Handrails and guardrails
- Parking lots and garages
- Drop-off and valet zones
- Patios, courtyards, and outdoor seating areas
- Surrounding grounds and landscaped areas
- Loading docks and delivery zones
- Dumpster and waste areas
These areas are often the first and last spaces guests or vendors interact with, making consistency and safety essential.
Recommended Exterior Cleaning Equipment
Using commercial-grade equipment enables your team to clean more efficiently, reducing manual labor and the risk of surface damage from human error.
Heavy-duty equipment you can count on for exterior maintenance includes:Â
- Commercial Sweepers → We offer commercial sweepers that can work inside and out of your facility, helping you maximize your machine and relieve your staff of high-intensity manual cleaning tasks.Â
- Commercial Pressure Washers → Our powerful selection of commercial pressure washers allows your team to easily clean sidewalks, building exteriors, and entry areas exposed to heavy soils.Â
- Specialty Surface Cleaners → Delivers fast, efficient, and most importantly, uniform cleaning on large concrete and paved areas.Â
- Gum Removal Equipment → Provides targeted removal of gum buildup without harsh scraping or surface damage.
- Window Cleaning Systems → Use a pure water cleaning system from Unger for spotless cleaning of windows and facades.Â
For larger properties, we also offer compact road and sidewalk sweepers that can sweep debris, water plants, remove vegetation, and even support seasonal snow removal. Contact us today to learn how to get exterior maintenance supplies at a competitive price.
Exterior Cleaning Chemicals We Recommend
Pairing the right chemicals with your equipment improves cleaning performance while protecting exterior surfaces. We recommend starting with any of the following:Â
- Fast Drying Glass Cleaner → Streak-free and fast drying window cleaner with Scotchgard[TM] Protection that helps make glass easier to clean over time.Â
- Pressure Washer ConcentratesÂ
- Dumpster Pro → The all-natural granules aggressively absorb any and all liquids, converting them into odor-free, stable, non-harmful compounds.Â
Explore Exterior Cleaning Solutions
When exterior equipment and chemicals are properly matched to your facility’s needs, your team can enhance aesthetics, support guest safety, and increase your business’s long-term property value. Start your team on a consistent exterior cleaning program when you partner with Americhem today.Â
Training & Certifications
Here at Americhem, we pride ourselves on being a customer-first, sales-second kind of business. This is why we offer complimentary training on janitorial basics and even mandated training for your staff. Bring on new staff? We are happy to help teach them the basics. Want to help set your existing team apart? We can help with that, too. If you have a concern that you don’t see listed below, feel free to reach out. We are happy to work with you to create a custom training for you and your staff.Â
Health & Wellness
Your staff will learn about the chain of infection, adjusting to community threat levels, the difference between cleaning and disinfecting, and ATP testing to measure cleanliness levels. Helping you maintain a safe lodging facility for your staff and customers is our top priority.
Safety in the Workplace
Your staff will learn about hazard classifications, safety data sheets, compliance with rules and regulations, and overall safety practices in your industry.
Results Oriented Cleaning
Your staff will learn the difference between productive cleaning and busy cleaning. They will learn about the best processes to maximize cleaning outcomes and about facility perception for improved customer satisfaction.
Bloodborne & Pathogens Training
Your staff will learn and understand occupational risks and exposure control plans. Under the OSHA’s Blood Borne Pathogen Standard, employers must train employees annually, regardless of prior training.
Floor Care
Your staff will learn the techniques, procedures, chemical products, and equipment needed to achieve professional-looking floors. This ensures safety, efficiency, and long-lasting results that enhance the overall appearance of hospitality businesses of all types.
Restroom Sanitation
Ensure your team has the necessary skills, tools, and protocols to maintain spotless restrooms and reduce the spread of germs. A clean restroom promotes a healthier facility for everyone and helps keep the reputation of your facility.
Basic Equipment Care
Get easy, hands-on tips for maintaining your tools and equipment. Learn daily upkeep, correct storage methods, and quick troubleshooting to ensure top performance and long-lasting equipment, perfect for regular cleaning tool users.
Synthetic Floor Care
Your team will gain hands-on knowledge in cleaning, maintenance, and protection of synthetic floors. This includes daily and periodic care best practices, recommended products, equipment operation, and tips for extending floor life and appearance.
Recommended Supplies for Hotel Cleaning
Safe, Multi-Purpose Cleaning Solutions
Consumables
Provides softness and absorbency in a compact, high-capacity design. Great for big and small spaces.Â
Absorbent, high-capacity controlled-use roll towel that is Green Seal[TM] Certified. 1.25″ core.Â
This extra-strength bag inhibits the growth of odor-causing bacteria on the inside and outside. Â
These single-use gloves provide superior fit, feel, and strength without the risk of latex allergens.
Hypoallergenic, fragrance-free, septic-safe, and virtually lint-free for a premium experience.Â
Enriched hand soap with moisturizers for comfort and satisfaction. Sealed to eliminate contamination.
Luxury facial tissue made from 100% virgin fibers delivers professional-quality results for your business.Â
Formulated to leave skin feeling softer and smoother. Can be used as a hand, hair and body wash.
Personal Care Products
Salon-quality shampoo that nourishes and cleans for soft, shiny hair. Refreshing, revitalizing scent.Â
Conditioner that deeply nourishes and cleans for soft, shiny hair. Revitalizes hair from the roots to the ends.Â
Gentle, refreshing body wash that cleanses, revitalizes, and hydrates the skin. Perfect for all skin types.
Rich and luxurious body lotion that deeply nourishes and moisturizes skin. Delivers a spa-like experience.Â
Cleaning & Deoderizing
Dual-solvent disinfectant formula designed to dissolve greasy soils and provide an easy wipe-up.Â
Formulated to meet the health, safety, and performance needs of today’s housekeeping personnel.Â
A powerful bathroom cleaner that cuts through tough soap scum, leaving surfaces clean and disinfected.Â
A concentrated, oil-based room freshener that leaves a pleasant odor, which lasts for several hours.
Leaves surfaces film-free and clean, yet will not irritate skin. Neutral pH, kills germs, and is free-rinsing.Â
Excellent all-purpose cleaner for a wide range of shiny finished floors and other hard surfaces.Â
The dual-phenolic system provides effective antimicrobial activity on hard, nonporous surfaces.
Refresh fabrics with a light, fresh scent. Fights tough odors and is safe for virtually all fabrics.Â
Laundry
A concentrated liquid chlorine bleach that is an effective stain remover with disinfection capabilities.Â
Formulated to remove stubborn soils like mineral scale, grease, fats, vegetable, and oil stains.Â
Detergent for washing durable polyesters, polyester-cotton and other hard-to clean fabrics.Â
Highly active, multifunctional fabric softener and neutralizing agent for use on all types of fabrics.
All-purpose synthetic detergent compound that is ideal for linen and industrial uniform washing.Â
An effective all purpose stain remover. Can be used as a pre-spotting agent or for cold washing.Â
Food Service Packaging Solutions
- Takeout/Carryout Containers
We offer a wide variety of containers and packaging for any foodservice need, including to-go containers, room-service packaging, and more. View our full range of food service carryout containers here.Â
- Cutlery
Cutlery is another necessary product your hospitality business must stock if you offer any kind of food service to guests. From pre-packaged sets to specialized utensils and dispensers, we have it all. View our variety here.Â
- Cups & Lids
Breakfast buffets and in-room coffee makers are now commonplace in most hotels and hospitality businesses. Because of this, you must provide the cups, lids, and related supplies to make these spaces functional. Browse all of our food service packaging supplies, including cups and lids, here.Â
- Food, Snack & Beverage Supplies
As a full-service janitorial supplier, we want to make the ordering process as convenient as possible for our customers. That is why we also offer a variety of food, snacks, and beverage supplies to keep your guest rooms and lounge spaces stocked.Â
Equipment Service & Maintenance
SERVICE. PLANNED MAINTENANCE. RENTALS.
No one has a team like ours!
From factory-trained technicians and shop coordinators to installation teams, a committed parts manager, and knowledgeable equipment specialists.
- Extend Equipment Life
- Maximize Performance
- Trust Americhem Maintenance
Equipment for Hotels
Give your team the tools they deserve.
Floor Scrubbers
Our extensive selection includes compact walk-behind models, high-capacity ride-on machines, and versatile autonomous machines.
Floor Sweepers
Built for durability, these machines remove dirt, dust, and debris from a wide range of surfaces, handling years of heavy-duty cleaning with ease.
Vacuums
Choose from our wide selection of professional-grade upright, backpack, wet-dry, and canister vacuum cleaners for commercial and industrial use.
Floor Machines
Make deep cleaning, stripping, polishing, buffing, and burnishing tasks faster, easier, and consistent for your team with professional floor machines.Â
Autonomous Machines
Clean your spaces with minimal human involvement using autonomous equipment. These machines free up your staff to focus on higher-value tasks.
Pressure Washers
Available in hot- or cold-water models with both electric and gas options. Washers are designed to meet all your cleaning and restoration needs.
Extractors
Americhem offers everything from compact carpet extractors to ride-on dual-technology extractors that perform interim and deep-cleaning tasks.
Specialty Equipment
Choose from industrial blower fans, all-surface cleaning machines, multi-surface cleaning machines, and more to complement your cleaning program.
Want to purchase new equipment but don't have the capital?
Just like financing a car, you can apply for financing or lease-to-own options on cleaning equipment and bundle your planned maintenance into one predictable monthly payment, built to fit your operational budget. Request a customized leasing quote from Americhem today!
Complimentary Facility Evaluation
Free, In-depth Analysis on Your Facility
- Facility Walkthrough
A detailed tour of your facility to understand your current equipment, layout, and cleaning processes.
- Equipment Assessment
A review of your existing machines to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for upgrades.
- Operational Improvement Plan
A strategic plan to enhance cleaning performance, efficiency, and ROI.
- Customized Recommendations
Expert suggestions tailored to your facility’s unique needs and goals.