While the stale “office smell” is a bit of a cliché, unpleasant odours throughout your office building could be an indication of a much deeper problem. From conducting routine duct cleaning to introducing some greenery in the office, this article will detail some tips for maintaining a pleasant smell in the office.
Buy an Air Purifier
Air purifiers are a simple and affordable way you can rid your office of unpleasant odours. As the name suggests, air purifiers work by filtering and removing certain particles from the air such as dust, dander, bacteria and other organic compounds that can lead to unpleasant odours. The result is fresher air and a noticeable reduction in any odours throughout the building. Another added benefit of using air purifiers is that the purification effect also allows those with mild respiratory illnesses such as asthma and those afflicted by seasonal allergies to breathe easier.
Have Your Ducts Cleaned
If unpleasant odours are sudden and persistent in your office building, this can be an indication that there may be a deeper problem present. If you’re finding that surfaces are constantly covered in dust even after cleaning and odours are persistent regardless of where you are in the office, this could be a sign that it’s time to organise duct cleaning.
Ducts can harbour accumulations of dust, bacteria and other particles and contaminants that lead to contaminated air being circulated throughout the building. While this is one of the main causes of odours in an office building, contaminated, low-quality indoor air can also make it much harder for occupants to breathe and function on a day to day basis.
Duct cleaning is the fastest, simplest and most affordable way to rid the office of distracting odours and improve the indoor air quality of any office building in a matter of hours.
Regularly Vacuum & Steam Carpets
The carpets and rugs in your office building will invariably harbour excessive amounts of dirt, dust and other contaminants such as food and drinks. If you find that even after a thorough duct cleaning the odours are still persisting in your office, turn your attention to the floors of the building. Ensure that your rugs and carpets are being regularly vacuumed and steam mopped. This will guarantee that odour causing particles are removed from the fibres of the carpet which will lead to a noticeable reduction in smells emanating from the floor.
Introduce Some Greenery
Another great way to keep your office smelling pleasant whilst also making it a more inviting space to be in is to introduce some plants. Plants can absorb moisture in the air as well as dust particles which will reduce smells whilst adding a touch of nature to your workspace. Fortunately, there are many low-maintenance plants that thrive in the low light settings commonly found throughout office buildings, so you won’t need to worry about depriving your plants of vital nutrients or spend excessive amounts of time caring for and maintaining them.
