A SURFACES is the outer or topmost boundary of an object. We will divide surfaces into two categories: hard surfaces and soft surfaces.We will find the following on the Hotels or even in Cruise Line. Below are the definitions for each :
A. Hard Surfaces:
Are surfaces with a solid texture.
Surfaces like these can usually withstand heavier duty cleaning, scrubbing and finishing.
Noted below are hard surfaces you will encounter on the ship, and elementary methods of cleaning.
1. Cement: Is a substance that is applied in paste form. It hardens into a stony consistency. Cement can be found as a base floor surfaces. It is usually covered with carpeting or linoleum. If exposed, cement would need to be sealed. For cleaning it would be sufficient to mop it with a neutral cleaner.
2. Copper: Is a reddish malleable (moldable) metallic surface.This surface is best cleaned with glass cleaner and a metal cleaner. Copper is found in some guest areas.
3. Formica: Is a hard durable plastic laminate used to cover surfaces. Wiping with a neutral cleaner should be a sufficient method of cleaning. Formica is found in guest areas.
4. Linoleum/Vinyl: Is a plastic floor covering made of a combination of linseed oil, gum, cork dust and/or 5. Wood floor. It is pressed into a sheet form, then rolled into sheets or cut into tile squares.
Long-term maintenance : stripping, neutralizing, and waxing.
Short-term maintenance: restoration method.
Daily maintenance : mopping with a neutral all-purpose cleaner.
6. Marble: Is a smooth limestone in a crystalline or granular state that is capable of taking a polish. Marble is cleaned with a neutral cleaner, and can be buffed with a white pad. Marble is found in guest areas.
7. Porcelain: Is a hard fine grained white ceramic ware that is fired to high temperatures. Porcelain is used to construct commodes, bathtubs and urinals, etc.
The preferred chemical to clean with would be an acid-based or alkaline-based disinfectant.
Do not use abrasive tools or chemicals that may damage the finish on the surface.
8. Stainless: steel:is an alloy iron that does not rust. It is used ussualy in the galley, Laundry Room,and water fountains .
If it is used as a bodily fluid receptacle, it must be cleaned with a disinfectant cleaner.Other stainless steal surfaces may be cleaned with glass cleaner or a metal polish.
9. Ceramic Tile: Is made of fired clay stone. Tile maintenance requires the knowledge of its composition. Some tiles are porous, (small holes which allow liquid to absorb into the tile) while others are non porous.
Long term maintenance : machine scrubbing
. Short term maintenance : scrubbing.
Daily maintenance : mopping or scrubbing with a swivel brush and a neutral all-purpose cleaner.
10. Wood : Is a hard fibrous substance made from trees.
Long-term maintenance : Screening, tacking, applying a water-borne urethane.
Short-term maintenance: restoration method, buffing.
Daily maintenance : mop with All-purpose or neutral cleaner
B. Soft Surfaces:
Surfaces made of flexible materials with a soft texture. Surfaces such as these require higher maintenance, daily vacuuming, spotting as needed, scheduled bonneting, extracting, washing and/or dry-cleaning. Noted below are soft surfaces and definitions of others you will find on the ship:
1. Fabrics: A cloth or other material produced by knitting, weaving or felting.
2. Fiber: A substance that can be spun woven or felted
3. Carpet: A heavy woven covering for a floor. It is usually knitted by
machine, and installed on top of a cement or steel surface. Carpet is usually made of wool and/or synthetic materials (nylon) it requires daily vacuuming, spotting, scheduled shampooing.
4. Curtains / draperies: Suspended cloths used as a screen. They hang
from a railing with hooks that slide across on a track, so that they can open or close.
There are a number of ways to clean: spotting or extraction; machine washing or wet/dry-cleaning (depending on type of fibers,and manufacturer's instructions)
5. Upholstery: A fabric that covers the majority of the ship furnishings. It is cleaned and maintained by spotting and/or extraction.
6. Walk off mats: Small pieces of moveable carpet made of highly strong and sturdy fibers, intended to withstand heavy traffic. They are designed to trap dirt and moisture. These mats are cleaned as carpets: daily vacuuming, spotting, and/or extraction.
7. Bed Runners: Are fabric coverings which are placed along the foot of the beds, not only for
decoration, but also to prevent soiling or damaging of bed linen. Example: someone is lying on the bed with their shoes, and this could stain the linen.These items are cleaned by spotting, machine washing and/or wet/dry cleaning, depending on types of fibers, and manufacturer’s instruction.
8. Blankets: Are large pieces of fabric made to cover an occupant of a bed
for the purpose of warmth. They can be cleaned by spotting, machine washing, or dry-cleaning (depending on the type of material they are made of, and manufacturer's instructions) They are made of wool and/or synthetic materials
9. Duvets: Are bedding components which are filled with natural contents (down, feathers, or wool) or synthetic contents (ie. polyester fibers) to create a warm bed covering that takes the place of quilts and blankets
10. Leather: Is made from animal skin hide. Leather covers many Furnishings throughout the ship, it requires extra care as final factory production of color fastness can be an issue. Daily cleaning requires a soap-based product to maintain moisture. Detergents should not be used as they remove natural oils.
A sealer may be applied after cleaning as protector.
Thursday, March 4, 2010
SURFACES
