What Office Managers Need to Know About Winter Floor Care
Even in sunny Central Florida, winter brings its own set of challenges for commercial floors. While we may not be dealing with snow and salt like up north, cooler temps, increased rain, and fluctuating humidity can still do a number on your office flooring.
At Cleanse Solutions, we help office managers across Lakeland and surrounding areas protect their floors during the winter season—and beyond. Whether you manage VCT, tile, LVP, or carpet, now’s the time to plan your winter floor care strategy.
🌧️ 1. Moisture = Your Floor’s Worst Enemy
Winter in Florida often brings rain, wet shoes, and humidity—all of which cause floors to become slippery, stained, or warped. Entryways take the biggest hit, especially if you’re not using commercial-grade floor mats or daily mopping.
✅ Our Tip: Use walk-off mats at every entrance, and schedule more frequent mopping or machine scrubbing to prevent slip hazards and damage.
🧼 2. Winter Is the Ideal Time to Strip and Wax VCT Floors
During the winter months, foot traffic is often lower (especially around holidays or year-end shutdowns). That makes it the perfect time for deep maintenance, including VCT stripping and waxing.
✅ Our Tip: Schedule your strip & wax or buffing services during winter downtime to start the new year with restored shine and a protective finish.
🦠 3. Wet Carpets Lead to Odors and Mold
Rainy shoes and umbrellas can saturate carpets, especially in lobby areas. If moisture sits too long, it creates that unmistakable musty smell—or worse, mildew or mold under the surface.
✅ Our Tip: Use hot water extraction and odor-neutralizing carpet treatments to refresh your floors and prevent microbial growth.
⚠️ 4. Slips and Falls Increase with Damp Flooring
The combination of cooler tile, wet shoes, and forgotten floor signs leads to increased liability in winter months, even in Florida. Just one incident can lead to legal headaches or employee injury.
✅ Our Tip: Partner with a cleaning company that prioritizes safety-focused floor care and uses slip-resistant finishes and fast-dry processes.
🧽 5. Salt-Free Doesn’t Mean Maintenance-Free
Even though Florida winters are mild, the absence of snow and salt can give office managers a false sense of security. But traffic patterns, debris from outside, and wear and tear from holiday foot traffic still degrade floors fast.
✅ Our Tip: Don’t skip winter maintenance just because we’re not in a snowy climate. Your floors need year-round care to last.
Cleanse Solutions: Your Winter Floor Care Experts in Lakeland
At Cleanse Solutions, we don’t just show up with a mop. We bring floor-specific knowledge, commercial-grade equipment, and a winter cleaning strategy designed for Florida’s unique climate and building styles.
From VCT wax maintenance to emergency carpet care, we’re the trusted partner for commercial offices, medical centers, and facilities across Lakeland, Winter Haven, Auburndale, and beyond.
Winter Services Include:
Entryway mat programs and maintenance
VCT stripping & waxing
Tile and grout machine scrubbing
Carpet shampooing and odor control
Slip-resistant finish applications
On-call moisture extraction
Want to protect your floors and your team this winter?
📞 Call or 📩 message Cleanse Solutions today to schedule a winter floor care walkthrough.