Essential Janitorial Supplies Checklist for Commercial Premises

Your Complete Janitorial Supplies Checklist

Whether you're setting up a new commercial premises or auditing your current supplies, this comprehensive checklist ensures you have everything needed to maintain clean, hygienic facilities.

Washroom Supplies

Toilet Essentials

Toilet Tissue - Quality 2-ply for regular use, economy options for high-traffic areas

Toilet Brush and Holder - One per toilet, replace regularly

Toilet Cleaner - Limescale removal and daily cleaning products

Toilet Seat Sanitiser (optional) - For enhanced hygiene perception

Hand Hygiene

Hand Soap - Liquid or foam in suitable dispensers

Soap Dispensers - Wall-mounted, reliable mechanisms

Hand Sanitiser - For additional hygiene, especially entry points

Hand Sanitiser Dispensers - Freestanding or wall-mounted

Hand Drying

Paper Towels - C-fold, interleaved, or roll format

Paper Towel Dispensers - Matching your towel format

Electric Hand Dryers (alternative) - Energy-efficient models

Air Care

Air Fresheners - Passive or active dispensing

Air Freshener Dispensers - For controlled fragrance release

Extractor Fan Cleaning - Regular maintenance supplies

Sanitary Disposal

Sanitary Bins - Adequate provision per regulations

Sanitary Bin Liners - Correct size for your units

Sanitary Disposal Service - Regular collection arrangement

General Washroom

Waste Bins - Appropriate sizes with lids

Bin Liners - Correct sizes for all bins

Mirror Cleaner - Glass cleaning products

Surface Cleaner - For sinks, counters, and fixtures

Kitchen and Breakroom Supplies

Cleaning Products

Washing-Up Liquid - For manual dishwashing

Dishwasher Detergent - If applicable

Surface Sanitiser - Food-safe for food preparation areas

Degreaser - For cooking areas and extraction hoods

Oven Cleaner - For cooking equipment

Consumables

Kitchen Roll - For general cleaning and spills

Dishcloths - Colour-coded for different uses

Sponges and Scourers - Various types for different tasks

Tea Towels - If used for drying

Waste Management

Food Waste Bins - With tight-fitting lids

Recycling Bins - For appropriate streams

Heavy-Duty Bin Liners - For kitchen waste

General Cleaning Supplies

Floor Care

Floor Cleaner - Suitable for your floor types

Mops - Flat mops or traditional string mops

Mop Buckets - With wringers

Floor Polish - If hard floors need finishing

Carpet Cleaner - For spot cleaning

Floor Pads - For machine scrubbing

Dusting and Polishing

Dusters - Microfibre recommended

Furniture Polish - For appropriate surfaces

Microfibre Cloths - Colour-coded sets

Feather Dusters - For high or delicate areas

Windows and Glass

Glass Cleaner - For windows, mirrors, and glass doors

Window Cleaning Tools - Squeegees, extension poles

Glass Cloths - Lint-free for streak-free finish

Multi-Surface

All-Purpose Cleaner - For general use

Disinfectant - For sanitising high-touch surfaces

Stainless Steel Cleaner - If applicable

Cleaning Equipment

Manual Equipment

Vacuum Cleaner - Commercial grade

Vacuum Bags/Filters - Spares

Brooms - Soft and hard bristle

Dustpans and Brushes - Various sizes

Mop Buckets and Wringers - Dual bucket systems recommended

Colour-Coded Equipment - To prevent cross-contamination

Storage

Cleaning Trolley - For larger premises

Storage Solutions - For chemicals and equipment

Chemical Dispensing Equipment - If using concentrates

Safety and PPE

Personal Protection

Rubber Gloves - Various sizes

Disposable Gloves - Nitrile or latex

Safety Goggles - For chemical use

Face Masks - For dust or chemical exposure

Aprons - Protective clothing

Safety Equipment

Wet Floor Signs - Multiple

First Aid Kit - Stocked and checked regularly

Chemical Safety Data Sheets - For all products used

Spill Kit - For chemical or biological spills

Seasonal and Specialist Items

Winter

Increased Hand Soap - Higher usage in cold season

Anti-Bacterial Products - For cold and flu season

Salt/Grit - For external paths

Summer

Fly Killers/Repellent - For pest control

Additional Air Care - Warmer weather odour control

Deep Cleaning

Descaler - For limescale removal

Drain Cleaner - For blocked or slow drains

Grout Cleaner - For tiled areas

Upholstery Cleaner - For fabric furniture

Using This Checklist

Monthly Review

Run through this checklist monthly:

Identify items running low

Check expiry dates on chemicals

Assess equipment condition

Place replenishment orders

Annual Audit

Annually, review:

Product performance—are there better alternatives?

Usage patterns—do you need to adjust quantities?

Supplier pricing—is it still competitive?

New products—what's available that could help?

Get Your Supplies from Doves

We stock everything on this checklist and more. Our team can help you set up the perfect supply arrangement for your premises.