What the professionals do with their blocked drains.....

All businesses are at the mercy of drains, and when they are blocked it can result in chaos for all businesses large and small. In this weeks blog, we talk about what is causing blockages (you think you know but you probably don't), and what the professionals would use to clear them. Read on!

Ways to prepare your workplace for winter.....

A COVID winter is one we are becoming ever more used to. However I do think it is important to remind people of the simple things you can do to keep everyone safe. From clearing paths, to sanitising....

Get Cleaning for Christmas!

Are you ready for Christmas? Ready to welcome the in-laws or those critical guests? Breeze through your cleaning with this handy guide!

Plastic and Waste Reduction... how are we tackling this?

We discuss what steps we are taking to reduce the plastic we are bringing in to our warehouses.

Disposable Sanitary Bins....

Here we blog and Vlog about how and why you can save money by getting rid of your sanitary bin supplier..... controversial!

Cleaning and disinfecting after a COVID outbreak in your school

Keeping schools open has become a top priority for everyone, so here Anna gives some solid advice grounded in research.

How to clean lockers and locker rooms...

Here is a quick how to guide...

How does Antimicrobial Resistance affect us?

Antimicrobial resistance - what is it? How does it affect us?

Cross Contamination ... how to avoid it!

Today we talk clearly and concisely about cross contamination and how to avoid it in your kitchens.

Guide to buying paper towels

The realm of the paper towel is actually quite complex, and there are a number of factors to consider. Anna breaks down all of the factors, as she meanders through todays blog!

First Aid Kits.... important things to remember

There are many different types of First Aid Kits... here are some important things to remember.

REACH and Biocidal Regulations explained……

Chemicals and other potentially harmful substances and stringently regulated by the EU legislation in order to ensure that they are being used, safely and responsibly.

Biodcides vs Enzymes

Anna talks Biocodes vs Enzymes.... do you know the difference?

10 Characteristics of Highly Successful Cleaners….

If you want to be at the top of your game in terms of leaving your competition eating your dust, then this weeks blog is a must read!

Common spring cleaning mistakes

While as a society we do usually clean every day to a certain extent, seasonal cleaning plays a very important role in our cleaning habits. In this blog we discuss what spring cleaning actually is and how to avoid common mistakes.

Can bad smells impact the perception of your business??

After much research about how smell affects perception, we have amalgamated some of the findings in this weeks blog.

Supply chain delays... what are we doing about it?

Across our country we are facing a shortage of raw materials and items that we would typically easily be able to find in our shops. This is present in the hygiene industry, and we are facing shortages in typical items we would usually stock. Astral Hygiene have strategically planned for this occurance and have engaged this plan. We explain here what we have done, and what you will be able to find in our warehouses.

Residual Biocidal Activity – is the confusion due to QACs?

But what is a QAC chemical?

Environmental Health and Catering from Home

Running a catering business from home….

Microorganisms .... differences....

Pathogens, bacteria and viruses often interchangeably used to refer to micro-organisms, a few of which are considered harmful to health.

Legionella... the facts!

Have your water systems been out of use during the lockdown? Legionella could be lurking in your showerheads, dishwashers, pools or water features. Here are 5 things you need to know, and what you need to do about it!

Info for Chicken Farms - Omnicide Disinfectant - What is it?

Omnicide is a broad spectrum, powerful and fast acting disinfectant designed to provide excellent bio-security protection even in dirty conditions.

Are you ready for Hygiene 2.0?

The virus that effectively shut down the world in 100 days, has taught us a great deal about Hygiene, and particularly how to manage it

Are all hypochlorous products made equal??

Not all Hypochlorus Acid is created equal... can you be sure your HOCI is in the right state to kill bacteria and virus - or if it is just salt water?

Breaking down knowledge barriers.....

What are the differences between BS EN 1276 and BS EN 14476? Anna breaks down some knowledge barriers in this weeks blog, really highlighting what everyone should know about sanitisers.........

Formal Sustainability Report 2021

Here Astral Hygiene talk openly and honestly about our progress to be a sustainable company, and the work we continue to do.

Video - Part 2 - Shared Kitchens .....Sanitisation

Make sure your shared kitchens are sanitised and hygienic....... It is important to make sure that as an employer or building manager the area you expect employees to come back to is both safe, and hygienic. There are so many disinfectants on the market claiming to kill Coronovirus, bacteria etc, but to really know what it kills you have to practically be a hygiene professional.

Improve Workplace Safety With Proper PPE with These 6 Tips

Whether you represent oil and gas, electrical, utilities or other manufacturing industries, health & safety staff face many challenges concerning personal protective equipment (PPE) compliance.

Preparing to return to work..... office chairs!

Anna blogs about practical things you can do to keep your office clean and hygienic!

Video - Astral's Approach to Fogging

This video describes Astral's approach and guidance when using a fogging machine...

Video - Fact vs Fiction...

Anna discusses some cleaning myths which get busted....

Video - What's in your fog?

Anna discusses what nasty chemicals may be in your fog....