Clean up your act: the latest detergents to hit the market

Whether cleaning restaurants or rooms, operators want their products to work fast, first time and with fewer harmful chemicals. Angela Frewin looks at the latest detergents to hit the market

Cleanliness may be next to godliness but it tops the essentials list for hospitality guests. A Miele Professional survey found that 88% of hotel customers valued bedroom and bedding cleanliness above value for money, a warm welcome, star rating, quality services or an attractive view. Similarly, research by Diversey reports that more than half the people entering a dirty restaurant would either leave immediately or not finish their meal.