Cleaning And Waxing Old Hardwood Floors

Avoid applying fresh wax before the old wax coat has worn off as over waxing hardwood floors can result in unsightly wax build up.

Cleaning and waxing old hardwood floors.

Removing old wax from wood floors is time consuming but it is not an impossible task. Deep clean heavy dirt and grime buildup. My floors were only a few years old i just wanted to shine them up. For example some types of modern hardwood flooring have a sealed surface that should not be waxed.

However if your home features unsealed wood flooring. My floors were left in a cloudy haze. Care should be taken because only those safe to the waxed wood floors are suitable. These finishes require a water based polish instead.

I had really poor results. Before waxing hardwood floors carefully clean the surface with a broom or mop to remove any dust or dirt that could get trapped in the wax and impact the finish. I spent many hours on my hands and knees trying to get all the refresher off. In between waxings fade superficial imperfections by buffing.

I could take my nail and scrape off the bona. Be sure to use the correct type of wax for your floor and finish. Hot water can dissolve wax especially if it contains vinegar ammonia washing powder or a similar cleaning agent but no flooring manufacturer would recommend using it. Leaving hot water on your flooring long enough to dissolve wax is just asking for the water to seep through the cracks swell the wood and ruin your floor.

Safely cleaning an unsealed wood floor. Old hardwood floors are often as sturdy as they are gorgeous. Scrape away materials like dried paint wax deposits and bits of carpeting that might have covered the floor. Avoid using wet mops for cleaning hardwood floors as it can result in clouding the wax coat or damaging the wood.

Use safe disinfectants some people may prefer to have a disinfectant when cleaning. In case any water or other liquid spills on the floor wipe it immediately with a damp cloth and then wipe dry. I tried the bona wood floor refresher on my hardwood floors a few years ago. Before purchasing your cleaner keep safety in mind lest you budget for another floor.

Waxed floors are very sensitive to basic acidic as well as solvent cleaners. As a rule of thumb only dry clean your hardwood flooring. Sweep away loose dirt dust and other debris and mop the floor with warm water to remove any grime or.