In order to maintain workplace hygiene and keep employees healthy, it’s critical to invest in the proper office cleaning supplies. Some of the most important workplace cleaning supplies include hand soap, disinfecting wipes, paper towels, and trash bags, but the list doesn’t end there.

While your janitorial list will vary depending on the size, type, and needs of your business, the following checklist provides a solid foundation for any small to mid-size company looking to keep the office spick and span.

Office Cleaning Supplies List

• All-purpose stain and spot remover
• Baking soda (to use as a sink or countertop scrubber)
• Bath tissue (Angel Soft and Charmin are popular choices)
• Bucket (should be a one-time purchase)
• Broom, dustpan, and brush (should be a one-time purchase)
• Dish soap
• Disinfecting wipes (such as Clorox)
• Facial tissue
• Feather duster (doesn’t need to be replaced very often)
• Floor cleaning solution (if not using a vinegar dilution)
• Glass/window cleaner
• Gloves (disposable or reusable)
• Hand soap (such as Dial, Purell, or Softsoap)
• Kitchen cleaners (such as sink scrubbers and disinfecting counter sprays)
• Micro-fiber cleaning cloths (can be re-used for quite some time)
• Paper towels (Bounty is a popular brand)
• Sponges
• Sponge mop and/or dry mop
• Toilet bowl cleaner
• Trash bags (Glad is a popular choice)
• Vinegar (to use as a floor and/or surface cleaner)
• Wood polish (if your office includes several wooden surfaces)

Work with your office manager to ensure these standard supplies are always on hand, and then make sure they’re being put to good use. Availability and implementation of these tools is the key to maintaining a cleaner, healthier office.