Cleaning Glossary

Comprehensive guides to essential cleaning terms and concepts

Master Cleaning with SuperClean SG

Navigate the complex world of cleaning with our comprehensive glossary. Each term includes detailed explanations, practical applications, and actionable insights to help you succeed.

Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced professional, these guides provide the knowledge you need to make informed decisions and drive results.

Cleaning Chemicals & Solutions

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  Acetic Acid
  
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  All-purpose cleaner
  
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  Antibacterial spray
  
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  Caustic soda
  
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  Degreaser
  
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  Detergent
  
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  Dettol disinfectant
  
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  Disinfectant
  
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  Enzymatic cleaner
  
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  Hydrogen peroxide
  
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  Mold remover
  
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  Oxygen bleach
  
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  Quaternary ammonium compound
  
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  Sodium hypochlorite
  
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  Surfactant
  
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  pH-neutral cleaner
  

Cleaning Equipment & Tech

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  Air scrubber
  
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  Carpet Sweeper
  
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  Carpet extractor
  
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  Cordless vacuum
  
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  Dry steam cleaner
  
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  Extendable duster
  
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  Floor scrubber
  
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  Fogging machine
  
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  Microfiber cloth
  
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  Pressure washer
  
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  Robot vacuum
  
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  Scrubber dryer
  
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  Spin mop
  
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  Squeegee
  
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  Steam cleaner
  
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  Steam mop
  
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  UV-C light
  
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  Ultrasonic cleaner
  
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  Vacuum cleaner
  
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  Wet-dry vacuum
  

Disinfection & Hygiene

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  ATP testing
  
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  Antimicrobial coating
  
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  Biofilm
  
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  Cross contamination
  
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  Decontamination
  
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  Disinfection
  
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  Electrostatic spraying
  
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  Fogging disinfection
  
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  HEPA filter
  
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  Odor neutralization
  
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  Sanitization
  
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  Sterilization
  
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  Terminal cleaning
  

General Cleaning & Housekeeping

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  Ad-hoc cleaning
  
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  Carpet cleaning
  
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  Curtain cleaning
  
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  Declutter
  
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  Deep cleaning
  
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  End of tenancy cleaning
  
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  Hourly cleaning
  
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  Housekeeping
  
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  Maid Service
  
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  Mattress cleaning
  
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  Move-in/out cleaning
  
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  On demand cleaning
  
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  One time cleaning
  
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  Post-renovation cleaning
  
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  Sofa cleaning
  
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  Spot cleaning
  
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  Spring cleaning
  
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  Turnover cleaning
  
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  Upholstery cleaning
  

Regulatory & Standards

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  BCA Green Mark
  
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  BizSafe certification
  
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  CIMS (Cleaning Industry Management Standard)
  
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  Cleaning Business Licence
  
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  Environmental Public Health Act
  
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  Environmental Sanitation Regime
  
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  GHS pictogram
  
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  Green seal certification
  
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  HACCP
  
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  ISO 45001
  
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  MSDS
  
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  NEA Clean Mark
  
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  OSHA Hazard Communication
  
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  Personal Protective Equipment
  
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  SS 532
  
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  WSHA (Workplace Safety and Health Act)
  
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  WSHC (Workplace Sfety and Health Council)
  

Specialized Cleaning Services

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  Biohazard cleanup
  
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  Duct cleaning
  
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  Industrial cleaning
  
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  Janitorial services
  
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  Mold remediation
  

Sustainability & Green Cleaning

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  Biodegradable detergent
  
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  Carbon footprint
  
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  Carbon neutral
  
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  Concentrated formula
  
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  Cradle-to-cradle certification
  
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  EPD (Environmental Product Declaration)
  
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  Eco-label
  
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  Green cleaning
  
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  Green washing
  
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  Greywater reuse
  
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  Life-cycle assessment
  
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  Triple bottom line
  
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  VOC
  
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  Water conservation
  
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  Zero waste