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In today's eco-conscious world, the demand for environmentally friendly cleaning products is on the rise. However, with so many options on the market, it can be challenging to identify which ones are truly sustainable. At Hanleys, we're committed to helping you make informed choices for both your home and commercial cleaning needs. In this guide, we'll delve into the key factors to consider when selecting eco-friendly cleaning products, empowering you to make environmentally responsible decisions.

Understanding eco-friendly cleaning products:

Before diving into the selection process, it's essential to understand what sets eco-friendly cleaning products apart. These products are designed to minimise their impact on the environment throughout their lifecycle, from production to disposal. They typically feature natural, biodegradable ingredients and avoid harsh chemicals that can harm ecosystems and human health.

How to identify eco-friendly cleaning products

1. Ingredients: Look for cleaning

Every year on the 5th of May is World Hand Hygiene Day. Join hands with us in promoting proper hand hygiene practices - your health and wellbeing with thank you.

At Hanleys, we stock an unmatched range of hand wash and hand sanitiser brands and supply to healthcare, aged care, schools, hospitality and more industries where hand hygiene is of utmost importance.

Hand hygiene isn't just a routine task; it's a cornerstone of healthcare, essential for safeguarding patient safety and preventing infections. That's why the SAVE LIVES: Clean Your Hands campaign, led by the World Health Organization, resonates with us.

We're proud to be your trusted partner in maintaining impeccable hand hygiene standards. With our extensive range of hand wash and hand sanitisers, we've got you covered, no matter your preference or requirement.

Our selection of hand care brands, include renowned names like Gojo, Purell, Deb, SC Johnson, Diversey, Kleenex, Agar, Aquim, and more. From hand soap dispensers with

If you’re dreading spending countless hours scrubbing, hosing and sweating, you’re not alone. But what if we told you there’s a solution that saves you time, money (and sweat)? Hanleys is your complete solution for all things cleaning. Use the products the professionals use and make exterior house cleaning a breeze this festive season.

Bond cleaning is often a daunting task, especially when it comes to ensuring you meet the standards required for getting your bond back or getting paid (if you’re the cleaner). But, with the right approach and the proper cleaning products, you can streamline the process and achieve exceptional results.

In this guide, we share some professional industry tips and recommend Hanleys products to help you through the task efficiently.

Pro Tip 1: WATCH

When it comes to effective bond cleaning and housekeeping, remember the acronym WATCH:

Water: the universal carrier – the vehicle for your chemical and the soil it removes.

Action: assists with dislodging the soil from the surface. Action also helps move fresh cleaning solution to the point needed.

Time: chemical solution needs time to penetrate the soil and take effect – this depends on the nature of the soil and the chemical used.

Chemical: you must select the correct type of chemical & dilution for the best results.

Heat: for every 10 degree

Summer is a time to enjoy the great Australian outdoors, but it's also a season that brings a host of pesky pests that can spoil the fun. These pests can pose a severe threat to your health and well-being, ranging from mosquitoes and spiders to bees and wasps, cockroaches, ants and termites. In this blog, we'll take a closer look at each of these pests, including their characteristics, behaviours, and potential impacts, as well as some tips on preventing and controlling them.

It's that time of the year again with Christmas around the corner. Emotions run high with the excitement of reconnecting with family to the stress triggered by thoughts of upcoming holiday cleaning and house organisation. Businesses face something similar, with Christmas closure meaning a full clean up of work surrounds and workshop floors. With a lot of family occasions and big lunches occurring outside with the Australian sun, this article is designed to help you with your outdoor areas. This includes polishing up the Southern side of your house (the one that doesn't see much sun) and assisting businesses to prepare a clean start in the New Year when the staff return.

We now live in a world where individuals and businesses are becoming more conscious of their carbon footprint and environmental impact. We have seen an increase in demand for sustainable and cost-effective green cleaning products over chemical products. Chemical products are non-renewable and can be hazardous. At Hanleys, we pride ourselves in the wide range of cleaning solutions we offer that are highly environmentally friendly. We offer two types of eco-friendly solutions that deliver powerful results for environmentally-conscious facilities. These include enzyme-based cleaners and probiotic cleaners. Let’s explore the difference between the two and the type of products available at Hanleys.

Hanleys specialises in wholesale supply of guest amenities in Australia. We offer an abundance of portion control products including: body lotions, body wash, facial tissues, hair products, hand sanitisers, kitchen detergents, laundry detergents, sanitary bags, vanity kits, and shower caps. In addition, we also specialise in food services equipment and housekeeping needs.

Overall, the cold and flu season is something that all staff dread. But if managed properly, it doesn’t have to be a huge disaster for your business with numerous employees taking sick leave. Taking advantage of good workplace hygiene practices, proper cleaning and providing access to plenty of sanitation supplies is your best way of preventing and minimising the cold and flu seasons effect. Reach out to your Hanleys Account Manager today.

As the end of the financial year approaches, it's an excellent time to purchase larger capital assets that will contribute to the success and smooth operation of your business. 

Our commercial vacuum cleaners, floor polishers, sweepers and scrubbers will help keep your business clean, providing a healthy working environment.

Please contact Hanleys should you have any questions about how we can help you.