As an inflatable rental business owner, inflatables regular cleaning can be a daunting task because there are so many inflatable units in inventory and clean all of them is a lot of work. And for someone new to the business, they may not be sure how often and to what extent these cleanings should be. So you need to record every cleaning of each inflatable unit and keep them all to be regular cleaned. A clean inflatable bouncer is more likely to be recognized by customers and establishes a good reputation for your business.

Choose the right chemical cleaner

As the children bounce house operator, you need to make sure the chemical cleaner you use is safe for human contact and does not leave any residue behind. This is very important because some chemicals can be harmful to the users. In addition, you'll also want to make sure that the chemical cleaner you use will not damage your inflatable material. Therefore, you should choose the right cleaning agent that does not contain bleach or chlorine which will weaken the threads, methyl ethyl ketone which will break down the vinyl and weaken its integrity, or any cleaner that specifically states its use is not suitable for soft or pliable vinyl. You must not use any cleaner with caustic agents in them.

Some common Eco-friendly cleaners recommended by industry insiders are greased lightning, orange blast and simple green. You can also find a special cleaner called Nautical Ease Inflatable Cleaner in most boat and marine stores. It's very useful and usually used for PVC vinyl material cleaning. Another cleaner is Matt Kleen which is used widely in schools and gymnasiums for cleaning and disinfecting mats and padded surfaces. Any cleaner you use should contain a disinfectant or a disinfectant should be used after cleaning the inflatable unit for sanitary purposes.

Quick on-site cleaning

As one of the bounce houses delivery staff, you need to carry cleaning tools with you for on-site cleaning. Customers love to see you cleaning your inflatable structures in front of their eyes and this will give your customers a confidence that you take them seriously. At the customers location, after setting up or before taking down, you should perform a quick cleaning of the inflatable. It's recommended that you start from the inside of the bounce house and work to the outside. Use a soft bristle or a vacuum to clean the large debris and dirt. Then use a wet rag and your Eco-friendly cleaner to wipe down all areas that customers come into contact with.

When you are wiping down the bouncing floor, supporting walls and columns, entrance and outside surface, you can take the opportunity to quickly inspect the inflatable unit for any damage that may have occurred or any material failure due to normal wear and tear. So that you can make sure your inflatable jumper is safe for your clients.

Deep and thorough cleaning

Deep cleaning is much more work than quick cleaning. So you should determine how often you would like to deep clean a unit. This depends on how often it's rented out and the use of the inflatable unit. For example, if you rent it out 10 times a month, then you need to do a deep cleaning every month. For a deep cleaning, you can use a mop and bucket of water with cleaner in it first, clean every corner completely and then rinse it off. Use rag and chemical cleaner you choose to clean all of the surfaces. From inside to outside and don't use harsh scrubbing pads and sharp metal.

It's recommended to do this deep cleaning on nice sunny day because it's good for drying. Make sure both inside and outside of the inflatable structure is completely dry before you roll it up and store it. If you have multiple units to clean, this deep cleaning may take up precious time.

There are some stubborn stains that you need to pay special attention to. The first is mold and mildew. You can use citrus based cleaners to remove mold and mildew, but the best method is prevention. That's why it is important to store your units dry and away from causes of moisture. Another stubborn stain is face paint and silly string used by the users. These substances are difficult to clean and you should prohibit customers from using these items on your inflatable bouncers. But if they did, we can tell you the orange blast works well for face paints, goo gone and goof off have an effect on silly string. As we said, prevention is the best method.

Cleaning inflatables should be one of your important jobs to provide excellent rental service to your customers. When you have a set of mature cleaning rules for your inflatable units, that means your business is running well and you can show it to all your customers. That's why you will stand out from competitors and you are proud of the cleanliness and appearance of all your inflatable bouncers. Any questions please contact us.