Pilates Equipment
Cleaning Guide

Vinyl

Cleaning

You can extend the life of upholstery by cleaning it regularly and keeping oil, dirt, dust and perspiration off. After each use, wipe down the upholstery with a solution of chemically neutral (hand) soap and water. Custom Vinyl colours wont fade over time.  After each day of use wipe vinyl down with clear water and a dry hand towel. Do not use Ammonia or Tea tree oil or strong mixed chemicals to clean the vinyl such as Siqura and Viraclean. 

Disinfecting

Equipment upholstery is coated with Sanitized Antimicrobial Properties to inhibit growth of bacteria mould and mildew, which offers antibacterial protection. We recommend not using of any other solution (especially those containing methylated spirits or essential oils) which can shorten the life of some equipment. Cleaning every day is suggested or after each use is optimal. Do not use Methylated Spirits. Suggested methods used below,

• 1:100 bleach: water
• 1:10 eucalyptus oil: water
• 70%+ ethanol sanitizer

Springs

Alcohol wipes (Isopropyl)

Stainless Steel Tracks

Alcohol wipes (Isopropyl)

Shoulder Pads

Foam Shoulder Pads can be washed and left to air dry, Glen20 is also safe to use.

Alternatively using small disposable plastic bags after each person.

Frame

Clean with soapy water only. Do not use aggressive cleaning product or hospital grade disinfectants on metal

Ancillaries (Footbar/ steel bars etc)

Clean with soapy water only. Do not use aggressive cleaning product or hospital grade disinfectants on metal

SafeWork Australia Information

Disinfectants containing ≥ 70% alcohol, quaternary ammonium compounds, chlorine bleach or oxygen bleach are suitable for use on hard surfaces (that is, surfaces where any spilt liquid pools, and does not soak in). These will be labelled as ‘disinfectant’ on the packaging. See here for more info.