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Facilities Management Advisor’s “Under Construction” series highlights some of the latest, most interesting facility project announcements every month. New Life for Vacant Office Return-to-work mandates and other factors have helped the office market rebound post-COVID, but there still remains a lot of unused or underutilized office space across the country. To revive vacant properties, many […]
As airports, restaurants, entertainment venues, and other public facilities welcome larger summer crowds, Bradley Company’s 17th annual Healthy Handwashing Survey highlights the role that well-maintained restrooms play in protecting public health and creating a positive visitor experience. The survey comes as Americans navigate another busy summer travel season while public health officials continue monitoring foodborne […]
Public restrooms are among the most frequently used—and closely judged—spaces in any facility. Whether in office buildings, healthcare environments, airports, schools, or retail destinations, restroom conditions influence how visitors perceive the entire property. Findings from the annual 2026 Healthy Handwashing Survey from Bradley Company highlight just how strongly restroom conditions shape user confidence and business […]
Handwashing is an action that’s done millions of times every day in homes, workplaces, schools, stores, and a multitude of other locations across the country. To delve deeper into this daily habit, the 2026 Healthy Handwashing Survey from Bradley Co. posed a series of questions to U.S. adults and uncovered some interesting findings. In the […]
As the U.S. is in the midst of a tough flu season, Americans are growing significantly more concerned about getting sick. According to Bradley Co.’s 2026 Healthy Handwashing Survey, 70% of Americans are very or somewhat concerned about contracting the flu compared to 59% who felt that way just three years ago. That rising concern […]
Public restrooms are more than functional spaces; they are touchpoints that shape perceptions of inclusivity, accessibility, and overall user experience for occupants and visitors. Facilities managers and designers increasingly recognize that restroom design can either remove or reinforce barriers for people of diverse ages, abilities, and backgrounds. From layout considerations to product selection, inclusive strategies […]
After a nationwide search and public voting, Bear Head Lake State Park in Minnesota has been named the 2025 winner of Cintas’ annual America’s Best Restroom contest. According to Cintas, the restroom and shower building at the state park provides more than just function; it offers thoughtful design in a stunning setting. With a fully accessible layout that […]
Every day, facilities managers unknowingly lose customers and damage their brand reputation, all because of one overlooked factor: restroom maintenance. Businesses may not realize it, but this can easily translate into tangible losses. A recent Tork survey revealed that only 1 in 5 public restrooms currently meet cleanliness standards, and a staggering 52% of people […]
What makes a great restroom? After launching a nationwide search for America’s best public restroom of 2025, an annual contest by Cintas has narrowed the competition down to nine finalists and is asking the public to vote for this year’s top winner. Now in its 24th year, the competition celebrates innovative and hygienic public restrooms […]
Only 1 in 5 public restrooms meet hygiene and cleanliness expectations, and negative experiences are impacting business revenue and reputation, according to a new survey. Tork, an Essity brand, announced findings of a global survey of restroom users and cleaning staff that explores attitudes toward hygiene in public restrooms, the hygiene barriers that users encounter, the […]