Leonard Brush & Chemical Co

09/03/2026

Your vacuum might be the reason your building does not smell clean even after it has been cleaned.

Standard upright vacuums pull debris in and push fine particles back out through the exhaust. Dust, allergens, and micro-debris cycle back into the air your staff and building occupants are breathing. The floor looks clean. The air is not.

Backpack vacuums with four-level HEPA filtration capture 99.97 percent of particles, including the ones a standard machine re-releases. That difference shows up in air quality readings and in how a space actually feels after a cleaning.

There is a productivity side to this too. Research puts backpack vacuum operators at 40 to 50 percent faster than standard uprights. Both hands are free. There is no machine to reposition every few feet. One trained operator can cover what used to take two people. Over a week, that adds up.

The equipment also distributes weight across the shoulders, hips, and back rather than putting strain on the lower back and wrists. In an industry with chronic staffing and retention problems, that matters.

Leonard Brush covers the full breakdown on the blog, including a side-by-side comparison across speed, filtration, maneuverability, noise, and cost.

Read the article: leonardbrushandchemical.com/commercial-backpack-vacuum-indoor-air-quality/ or call 502-585-2381 to schedule a product demonstration.

Discover how commercial backpack vacuums improve indoor air quality, reduce cleaning time, and cut labor costs in Louisville facilities.

09/01/2026

The school year started. The building is full again. And if your deep clean list did not get finished before reopening, you are not alone.

Here is what still matters right now:

Floor finishes absorb traffic from day one. Vinyl tile that did not get stripped and recoated before students arrived will show it by October. Carpeted areas that skipped hot-water extraction are already holding allergens from last year. Gym floors that missed their screen-and-recoat are taking the hit from every practice this week.

Restrooms are the area most facilities shortcut under time pressure. Descaling fixtures, cleaning grout lines, and inspecting drains are not one-time jobs, but they often get skipped when reopening moves fast.

High-touch surfaces including door handles, light switches, handrails, and elevator buttons need proper cleaning before disinfecting. Applying a disinfectant to a surface that has not been cleaned first does not work. That part is not optional.

Leonard Brush put together the full checklist with floor-by-floor guidance, restroom priorities, and supply planning. If your facility did not get through everything before the bell rang, it is worth a read.

Read the full checklist at leonardbrushandchemical.com/the-back-to-school-deep-cleaning-checklist-every-facility-manager-needs/ or call 502-585-2381 to talk through what your building needs this fall.

Get your school or facility ready for fall with this room-by-room deep cleaning checklist from Leonard Brush & Chemical in Louisville, KY.

08/27/2026

The last stretch of summer is when break rooms and reception areas get the most use. Staff is pulling long shifts before the fall schedule kicks in, and visitors passing through want something more than a lukewarm tap.

The Avanti Countertop Thermoelectric Water Dispenser covers both ends of that need without requiring a plumbed installation. Push-button hot- and cold-water faucets deliver water on demand, with a child-safety guard on the hot side where it matters, and individual stainless-steel reservoirs keep both sides tasting clean. Selectable power switches on the back let a facility run only what it needs, and a removable drip tray keeps the counter around it tidy.

Built to work with standard 3- or 5-gallon bottles, it drops into a break room or lobby counter without any plumbing work, making it a fast, practical option for facilities that want a hot- and cold-water station up and running before the season shifts.

Discover more at https://catalog.leonardbrushandchemical.com/catalog/p/AVAWDT40Q3SIS/Avanti-Counter-Top-Thermoelectric-Hot-and-Cold-Water-Dispenser-3-gal-to-5-gal-12-x-13-x-20-Black-Stainless-Steel-/ or call 502-585-2381.

08/24/2026

Locker rooms, gym showers, and healthcare bathing areas experience near-constant moisture throughout the summer months, and soap, shampoo, and conditioner residue only make wet tile even more dangerous. A slip-and-fall in one of these spaces is among the most preventable incidents a facility can have, and among the most costly when it is not.

Rubbermaid Commercial Safety-Grip Bath Mats are built specifically to reduce that risk. The textured surface deflects slippery substances rather than letting them pool, and suction-cup stabilizers keep the mat locked in place, preventing it from sliding underfoot as an unsecured mat would. The latex-free vinyl construction also protects the bathing surface itself from scratches and stains, and the mats wipe clean easily as part of a normal cleaning rotation.

For facilities managing shared shower or bathing areas, whether that is a recreation center, a school athletics program, or a healthcare facility, this is a simple, low-cost safeguard against one of the most common incident reports on file.

Learn more at https://catalog.leonardbrushandchemical.com/catalog/p/RCP1982724/Rubbermaid-Commercial-Safti-Grip-Bath-Mats-White-Textured-Surface-Suction-Cup-Backing-14-x-225-12-Carton-/ or call 502-585-2381.

08/20/2026

Restrooms fill back up fast once summer programs wrap and a building returns to full occupancy. It is a good time to check the details that get overlooked during a slower season, and hand dryers are near the top of that list for facilities running through a heavier stretch of paper towel budget.

The Bobrick Compact Automatic Hand Dryer is a straightforward, budget-friendly option for facilities that want reliable no-touch operation without a major installation project. The electronic sensor triggers automatically, reducing surface contact points in a restroom, and the surface-mounted design simplifies installation for a maintenance team working through a punch list. Built for 115V standard electrical service, it fits into most existing restroom setups without additional wiring work.

For office buildings, schools, and any facility looking to reduce paper towel costs while keeping restrooms functional as traffic increases, this is a practical, no-frills upgrade.

See the details at https://catalog.leonardbrushandchemical.com/catalog/p/BOB710/Bobrick-Compact-Automatic-Hand-Dryer-115-V-1018-x-518-x-1093-Gray-/ or call 502-585-2381.

08/18/2026

Late summer is when outdoor crews feel the season the most. Grounds work, event setup, vendor stations, and outdoor inspection points all mean staff standing in direct sun for hours at a time, and there is not always a building or tent nearby to duck under.

The Ergodyne SHAX 6193 Umbrella Trailer Hitch Mount solves that with a simple, sturdy solution. It fits any standard 2-inch trailer hitch receiver, so it works with trucks and trailers already in your fleet, and a thumbscrew locks the umbrella pole securely in place once it is set. The powder-coated steel finish is built to handle repeated outdoor use, and at 8 pounds, it is light enough to move between vehicles as needed.

Paired with a SHAX 6100 umbrella (sold separately), this turns any parked truck or trailer into an instant shade station, whether that is for a grounds crew taking a break, a vendor table at an outdoor event, or a checkpoint that needs coverage for hours at a stretch.

Explore the range at https://catalog.leonardbrushandchemical.com/catalog/p/EGO12993/ergodyne-SHAX-6193-Umbrella-Trailer-Hitch-Mount-For-Standard-2-Trailer-Hitch-Receivers-Black-Ships-in-1-3-business-days/ or call 502-585-2381.

08/13/2026

A wipe station is used consistently only if it actually works as people expect. A dispenser that ropes wipes together, jams, or tips over near a busy entrance gets ignored fast, and then it is just a piece of equipment nobody trusts.

The PURELL Dispenser Stand for Sanitizing Wipes is built to avoid that outcome entirely. The SIMPUL nozzle technology virtually eliminates roping, so every pull delivers one wipe instead of a tangled handful, and the weighted, double-beaded base keeps the stand stable in high-traffic areas like gym entrances, break rooms, and building lobbies. A built-in 5-inch trash opening on the side of the unit means used wipes have somewhere to go immediately.

With a 1,500-wipe capacity, restocking is infrequent even in a heavily trafficked location, and the stainless steel finish withstands daily contact while still looking clean and professional.

Get a quote at https://catalog.leonardbrushandchemical.com/catalog/p/GOJ9115DS1C/PURELL-Dispenser-Stand-for-Sanitizing-Wipes-1-500-Wipe-Capacity-1025-x-1025-x-145-Stainless-Steel-Ships-in-1-3-business-days/ or call 502-585-2381.

08/10/2026

A restroom dispenser that jams, dumps a handful of towels at once, or runs dry mid-shift creates more complaints than almost anything else in a facility. It seems minor until it happens during a busy stretch.

Tork Xpress Advanced Soft Multifold Hand Towels are engineered specifically to avoid that failure point. The one-at-a-time dispensing design eliminates towel fallout, so every pull delivers a single towel rather than a wasted stack on the floor. The towels themselves are ultra-absorbent and genuinely soft, made from 100 percent recycled fiber with at least 50 percent post-consumer content.

They are compatible with the full range of Tork H2 dispensers, so facilities already running that system can restock without any equipment changes. For medium-traffic restrooms in offices, schools, and healthcare settings, this is a dependable, sustainable choice.

Explore the range at https://catalog.leonardbrushandchemical.com/catalog/p/TOR101293/Tork-Xpress-Advanced-Soft-Multifold-Hand-Towel-95-x-91-White/ or call 502-585-2381.

08/06/2026

Kentucky summer storms show up fast, and when they do, facilities do not have time to wait around for water to drain or dry on its own. A flooded loading dock, a leaking roofline, or a lobby tracked with rainwater needs a real solution, not a mop and a lot of patience.

The Mercury Storm Wet/Dry Tank Vacuum is built for exactly that moment. Dual 1.335 HP motors with separate switches give you the power to pull standing water fast, backed by a 20-gallon tank so you don't have to stop every few minutes to empty it. A 10-foot hose and chrome-plated steel wand give crews the reach to cover a loading dock or storage area without dragging the whole unit around, and the five-piece tool kit means one machine handles wet extraction and general cleanup.

Super-durable poly tank construction is built for the kind of repeated, heavy-duty use that storm season demands, not occasional light-duty jobs.

See it in action at https://catalog.leonardbrushandchemical.com/catalog/p/MFMWVP20/Mercury-Floor-Machines-Storm-Wet-Dry-Tank-Vacuum-20-gal-Tank-Capacity-Gray-/ or call 502-585-2381.

08/04/2026

Restroom odor complaints tend to spike in the summer, and it is rarely due to a slip in cleaning standards. Heat accelerates the biological processes that cause odor in the first place, which means a restroom or drain that smelled fine in April can become a real problem by July without any change in your cleaning routine.

We just published a guide on where summer odor actually comes from: floor drains, grout lines, behind fixtures, and dried-out P-traps, along with the routine that addresses the source instead of covering it up with another air freshener. It also covers a mistake we see constantly: waiting for a complaint before acting, when a proactive schedule would have caught the problem weeks earlier.

If restroom odor has been creeping up on your facility since the weather turned, this is worth a read before it becomes the first thing every visitor notices.

Read the full guide at https://www.leonardbrushandchemical.com/blog/summer-odor-control-restrooms-drains/ or call 502-585-2381.

If you’d like to learn more about our cleaning products and janitorial equipment in Louisville, contact us today to schedule your free demo!