Whether you manage a boutique hotel, a busy medical facility, or a high-traffic conference center, your lobby sets the tone for your entire business. It’s the first impression guests, clients, and visitors get—and during spring’s peak travel season, that space is seeing more foot traffic (and more germs) than ever.
The challenge? Keeping your lobby visibly clean while also ensuring it’s truly sanitized—on both soft and hard surfaces.
In this post, we’ll walk through:
✔ Surface-by-surface cleaning best practices
✔ How often to sanitize your lobby during busy seasons
✔ Which products are safest and most effective for both fabric and hard surfaces
📋 And we’ve included a complete lobby cleaning checklist at the end.
Let’s turn that lobby into a clean, welcoming, and professional space—without missing a single detail.
🧽 Surface-by-Surface Cleaning Tips for Lobby Spaces
Every surface in your lobby tells a story—and collects germs. To ensure the cleanliness matches the quality of your service, each surface needs a tailored approach.
🛋 Upholstered Furniture (Couches, Armchairs, Benches)
Soft seating is a comfort for guests—but also a magnet for dirt, dust, allergens, and bacteria.
How to clean it:
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Vacuum cushions and seams regularly to remove dust and debris.
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Use fabric-safe disinfectant sprays for deeper sanitization.
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Wipe down leather and vinyl seating with alcohol-free disinfecting wipes that won’t dry or crack the surface.
✔ Pro Tip: SONO Wipes are alcohol-free and safe for many soft surfaces—perfect for vinyl, faux leather, and treated upholstery.
🪑 Tables, Desks, and Check-in Counters
These high-touch hard surfaces are prime germ zones, especially around food service or check-in areas.
How to clean it:
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Wipe down all exposed surfaces (tabletops, edges, counter corners) with EPA-registered disinfecting wipes.
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Don’t forget underneath the counter edges and drawer handles.
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Allow for proper dwell time—let surfaces remain visibly wet for the time recommended on the label.
✔ Avoid bleach-based products, which can damage finishes over time. SONO Disinfecting Wipes are safe on most finishes and leave no residue.
🖥 Reception Electronics & Devices
Touch screens, credit card readers, phones, and tablets need frequent disinfecting, but they’re also easy to damage with the wrong products.
How to clean it:
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Use alcohol-free disinfecting wipes designed for electronics.
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Never spray liquids directly—moisture can damage internal components.
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Focus on high-touch points: buttons, screens, styluses, and keyboards.
✔ Use lint-free cloths to buff dry, or allow to air dry completely.
🚪 Doors, Handles, and Elevator Buttons
Hands go here all day, every day. These are key hot spots in preventing the spread of bacteria and viruses.
How to clean it:
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Disinfect door handles and push plates at least every 2–3 hours during high-traffic times.
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Don’t forget interior elevator buttons and emergency handrails.
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Use wipes that dry quickly and don’t leave sticky residue for consistent use throughout the day.
🧴 Rest Areas, Coffee Stations & Brochure Displays
Often overlooked, these areas see lots of hand traffic and need frequent attention.
How to clean it:
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Wipe condiment counters, coffee machine buttons, and self-serve areas at least twice daily.
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Disinfect acrylic brochure holders and tabletop signage regularly.
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Sanitize any shared pens, clipboards, or communal handrails.
🔁 How Often Should You Sanitize Your Lobby During Spring Travel Season?
With higher visitor volume in spring, daily cleaning might not be enough.
Recommended Sanitizing Frequency During Busy Seasons:
| Surface | Suggested Frequency |
|---|---|
| Door handles & elevator buttons | Every 2–3 hours |
| Check-in counters & tables | 3–4 times per day |
| Soft seating (vinyl/leather) | Daily wipe-down |
| Electronics & devices | After each shift or heavy use |
| Rest areas & shared touchpoints | Midday + end-of-day |
| Floor-level baseboards & vents | Weekly deep clean |
Keeping a visible cleaning routine also reassures guests that your space is professionally maintained and health-conscious.
✅ The Best Cleaning Products for Soft & Hard Surfaces
Choosing the wrong disinfectant can damage materials, leave residue, or even trigger allergies in sensitive individuals. The right products will:
✔ Be non-corrosive for repeated use
✔ Kill 99.9% of bacteria and viruses
✔ Be alcohol-free to prevent drying, cracking, or harsh fumes
✔ Safe for electronics, upholstery, and high-traffic hard surfaces
SONO Disinfecting Wipes check all these boxes, making them ideal for use across your entire facility.
📋 Lobby Cleaning Checklist for Spring
Download or customize this checklist for your team:
Daily Lobby Cleaning Tasks
✅ Wipe down front desk/check-in counters
✅ Disinfect door handles, elevator buttons
✅ Sanitize tabletops and chair armrests
✅ Clean remote controls or touchscreen kiosks
✅ Wipe down coffee stations and brochure areas
✅ Spot-clean soft seating with appropriate products
Weekly Deep Clean Tasks
✅ Vacuum and steam clean rugs and carpeted entryways
✅ Disinfect baseboards, vents, and trim
✅ Wipe down wall surfaces and artwork frames
✅ Clean light switches and air diffusers
✅ Polish chrome or stainless hardware
Final Thoughts: Clean Spaces Create Better First Impressions
Your lobby is more than a waiting area—it’s your brand’s first impression. A well-sanitized, fresh-smelling, clutter-free space makes guests feel confident and cared for. With the right surface-specific strategy and professional-grade wipes, your facility will be spring-ready, inside and out.
Start with the surfaces that matter most—and keep them consistently clean with SONO Supplies.