New study from Diversey shows that different choices of manual floor mopping materials provide different hygiene outcomes

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Diversey Europe Operations B.V. (NASDAQ: DSEY) has published a significant study on floor disinfection, emphasizing its impact on reducing risks associated with floor hygiene in commercial facilities. The research, conducted by Li et al. and published in the InfectionControl.tips journal, reveals that using launderable or disposable flat mops, along with biocidal floor products, enhances hygiene outcomes compared to traditional cotton string mops. The study indicates that commercial facilities should avoid using neutral cleaners and prefer biocidal options for better bacteria removal. This research aligns with Diversey's commitment to improving hygiene and infection prevention across various sectors, underpinning the necessity of optimal cleaning practices for health safety.

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• Study highlights the effectiveness of launderable or disposable flat mops in reducing bacteria.
• Research supports the use of biocidal floor products over neutral cleaners.
• Diversey's ongoing commitment to hygiene innovation may enhance brand credibility and market position.

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• None.

UTRECHT, Netherlands, April 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Diversey Europe Operations B.V. (NASDAQ: DSEY), a leading provider of hygiene, infection prevention, and cleaning solutions recently published a study to demonstrate the importance of floor disinfection in reducing risks associated with floor hygiene. The Authors of the study suggest that commercial facilities wanting the best hygiene outcomes and using manual floor mopping as part of their facility hygiene program should consider the use of biocidal floor products with either launderable or disposable flat mops and avoid the use of cotton string mops and neutral cleaners.

Built on Diversey's prior research into floor hygiene to study the differences in hygiene outcomes associated with the choice of mopping materials when manually cleaning, sanitizing or disinfecting a floor; the peer reviewed Li et. al study published in the InfectionControl.tips journal investigated the removal of Staphylococcus aureus from a floor when inoculated, and how the selection of floor cleaner or disinfectant and the choice of floor mop impacted the hygiene outcome, which resulted in statistically significant differences. The study further found that mopping with a neutral cleaner was inferior to using a biocidal product and using a traditional string mop was inferior to using launderable or disposable flat mops.

The authors of the study found that the use of launderable and disposable flat mops significantly reduced the level of bacteria that were cross-contaminated when compared to the cotton string mop, regardless of product used, demonstrating that mopping substrate may also play some role in the level of cross-contamination that can occur through manual floor mopping.

Floors are the largest surface routinely cleaned in commercial facilities, and are typically contaminated with higher levels of bacteria than surfaces that receive routine hand contact. Studies in healthcare have shown the potential for bacteria on the floor to migrate to surfaces where hand contact frequently occurs, suggesting floor hygiene may play a role in infection risk. When cleaning/disinfecting the floor in a commercial facility, the facility staff may choose between using a floor cleaning machine or manual mopping methods. When manually mopping a floor, the facility staff may choose between traditional cotton string mops or flat mops with either launderable or disposable pads. Additionally the facility would select either a cleaner or a cleaner/disinfectant to use with the floor mop.

Prior to this research, little was known about the difference in hygiene outcomes associated with the range of choices available for floor hygiene. All Diversey funded research is geared towards  providing leading hygiene, infection prevention, and cleaning solutions.

Visit InfectionControl.tips journal for more information on the research

About Diversey

Diversey's purpose is to go beyond clean to take care of what's precious through leading hygiene, infection prevention, and cleaning solutions. We develop and deliver innovative products, services, and technologies that save lives and protect our environment. Over the course of a century, the Diversey brand has become synonymous with product quality, service, and innovation. Our fully-integrated suite of solutions combines patented chemicals, dosing and dispensing equipment, cleaning machines, services, and digital analysis. We are a trusted partner; serving more than 85,000 customers in over 100 countries with a network of about 9000 employees globally.

For more information, visit https://diversey.com or follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, or Twitter @diversey.

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FAQ

What does the new Diversey study published on April 24, 2023, reveal about floor hygiene?

The study shows that using launderable or disposable flat mops and biocidal products is more effective in reducing bacteria compared to cotton string mops and neutral cleaners.

How does the Diversey research impact the cleaning industry?

It provides valuable insights into effective cleaning practices, emphasizing the importance of selecting proper mopping materials and cleaners to enhance hygiene outcomes in commercial facilities.

What were the findings regarding the use of different mopping materials in Diversey's study?

The findings indicate significant differences in hygiene outcomes based on the choice of mopping materials, with flat mops outperforming traditional cotton string mops.

What is Diversey’s primary focus as indicated in the study?

Diversey focuses on providing leading hygiene, infection prevention, and cleaning solutions to improve safety in various environments.