Introduction
Whether it’s a swimming pool, bathroom, kitchen, or gym: body grease is one of the main causes of slippery floors. It’s often invisible, but you can feel it the moment you step onto tiles with little grip. Removing body grease is essential for both hygiene and safety. In this blog, you’ll learn what body grease is, where it builds up, and – most importantly – how to effectively remove it without damaging your floor.
What exactly is body grease?
Everyone leaves traces of body grease every day – including sweat, oils, sebum, and residues from personal care products like body lotion or sunscreen. Especially in high-traffic areas or spaces where people have direct skin contact with the floor (like showers or around swimming pools), an invisible greasy layer quickly forms.
This layer not only creates shine, but it also makes the floor extremely slippery – especially when wet, leading to dangerous situations.
Where is body grease most commonly found?
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Around pools, showers, and saunas
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In bathrooms, especially tiled floors or walk-in showers
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In gyms where people walk barefoot
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In hospitality and kitchen environments
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At daycare centers or play areas with soft tiles
Anywhere people often walk barefoot, body grease builds up quickly.
Why regular cleaning isn’t enough
Many people try to remove body grease with all-purpose or standard floor cleaners. While they may leave a fresh scent, they barely dissolve the grease. In fact, some products leave behind a shiny layer, making the floor even more slippery.
How can you effectively remove body grease?
The key is to use a powerful degreaser specifically designed to break down body oils, grease, and soap residues – without damaging your floor or leaving behind a slippery film.
Important: Never use products containing silicone or wax – they’ll only make the problem worse. Always choose a professional-grade floor degreaser that’s safe for wet environments.
Step-by-step: Removing body grease in 3 steps
Step 1: Wet the floor
Rinse the floor with warm water to remove loose dirt.
Step 2: Apply the degreaser
Use a powerful degreaser and spread it evenly across the floor. Let it sit for a few minutes to activate.
Step 3: Scrub and rinse thoroughly
Use a brush or mop to scrub the floor, then rinse thoroughly with clean water.
Pro tip: Repeat this treatment regularly – especially in high-risk areas like pool edges and showers.
Bonus step for slippery floors: Anti-slip treatment
After removing body grease, your floor may feel clean – but not necessarily safe. Especially on smooth tiles, the risk of slipping remains. That’s why we recommend following up with an anti-slip treatment for long-lasting grip and extra safety.
Conclusion
Removing body grease is more important than most people realize. It’s invisible, but a major cause of slippery, unsafe floors. With the right approach – and the right products – you can restore any floor to clean, grease-free, and safe. Whether at home or in a professional setting.