With winter break just around the corner, schools and universities have the perfect opportunity to tackle deeper cleaning projects. One area that should be high on that list? Floors!
Commercial floor care is crucial this time of year, thanks to the dirt, slush, and salt that accompany the colder months. By taking extra steps now, you can protect your investment and create a cleaner, safer learning environment for students and staff in the new year.
Essential Winter Cleaning of High-Traffic Areas
School floors, along with high-contact areas like door handles, desks, and shared equipment, often see heavy use. During flu season (typically peaking from December to February), cleaning all surfaces thoroughly is important to help maintain a clean and welcoming space. While floors might not seem like a major concern, they can accumulate debris brought in from outside, contributing to overall cleanliness challenges.
Focusing on surfaces in high-traffic areas like entrances, hallways, and classrooms can help make a noticeable difference in multiple ways:
- Enhances the appearance of floors — Restores and protects surfaces like LVT, VCT, polished concrete, and laminates to a like-new shine.
- Extends the life of your floors — Routine care prevents premature wear and tear, reducing the need for costly replacements and repairs.
- Improves indoor air quality — Reduces dust and allergens in the air, supporting better respiratory health for students, staff, and visitors.
- Helps maintain a clean school environment — Consistent cleaning of high-touch surfaces and floors can help limit buildup that affects the appearance and condition of these areas.
Choosing the Right Floor Care Products
You may be wondering: Does it really matter which cleaning products are used in schools? The short is: yes it does! Caring for your school’s floors goes beyond surface-level cleaning; it requires products that provide effective results without damaging floor materials.
Designed with harsh winter weather in mind, the Concentrated Finish Cleaner & Restorer by MAXIM® (SKU 1436) uses a unique formula to provide the best of both worlds: removing grime and signs of wear in schools while preserving the integrity of floor finishes. And bonus: This product minimizes the need for constant reapplication, saving valuable time and resources!
Additionally, for schools and universities in regions that see heavy snow and ice, the Winter Rinse Neutralizing Cleaner by MAXIM® (SKU 1815) is an essential product for tackling weather-related challenges. Designed to neutralize the harsh residues left by ice melt and salt, this cleaner prevents buildup that can lead to surface damage and slippery conditions. Suitable for many floor types, it helps maintain a cleaner school environment even in high-traffic areas.
Learn more about protecting your floors from ice melt damage here.
Why MAXIM® for Winter Floor Care in Schools
With 40+ years of industry expertise and career chemists leading the way behind the scenes, MAXIM® is dedicated to keeping everything clean in schools. From maintaining clean, polished floors that last to tackling winter-specific challenges like salt and grime buildup, MAXIM® formulas exist to preserve the longevity and appearance of surfaces while minimizing long-term costs.
“Our products keep floors looking their best and support a cleaner school environment. Choose MAXIM® to protect floors this winter and you’ll see the difference that the right products can make firsthand.” – Jamey Gaston, VP of Quality, Science, & Regulatory Affairs
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