Some homeowners find it extremely difficult to properly apply Wood floor polish. They’d rather approach their flooring company and have them handle the process. However, if you’re looking to save a few pounds by doing it yourself, you should glad to know that the process if simple if you follow the steps mentioned in this article.
Step 1: Buy the right wood floor wax.
Every type of wood floor will require a specific type of wax. For example, floors with a polyurethane finish should ideally be treated with water-based polishes. For other types of wood flooring, wax-based polishes should be fine. It’s also a good idea to shop around for polishes that are VOC free. VOCs are Volatile Organic Compounds that you’d rather not have in your home or on your floor. To be extra sure, consult with your flooring company before buying the polish. Chances are they will have products best suited for waxing your floor.
Step 2: Go through the directions for use.
Every wax will have set of instructions that you need to follow for optimal results. Not going by these directions could result in damaged flooring. There will also be safety tips or guidelines that you need to stick to ensure no mishaps occur during the process.
Step 3: Try it on a small are first.
The best way to know if you’re doing things right is to try the wood floor polish on a small patch of your floor first. This patch of floor could be where a rub or big piece of furniture currently stands.
If everything works out fine, you can go ahead with the entire floor. If it doesn’t work out, at least only a small portion of your floor will need mending.
Step 4: Applying the wax.
Spray it on to your floor or use a cloth, whichever is suggested in the instructions. Make sure you get a good technique when applying the wax. There are various videos online that will help you with easy strokes you can use to apply the polish without causing streaks or overlaps.
Step 5: Inside out.
Most flooring companies follow and advise homeowners to start from the inside of the room and work your way outside. Go from corner to corner and then start moving inwards. Slowly work towards the door and ensure that’ the last part you polish.
Step 6: Leave to dry.
Experts will suggest 6 to 24 hours dry times for Wood floor wax. After this, you can move on the waxed area but only with socks on. If you have pets, make sure they do not enter the room until this period. You can start putting your furniture back a day or two later.
These 6 steps will help you enjoy a smooth wood floor polish process. If you have any doubts, simply consult the company that installed your floor, or contact one of the many wood floor maintenance companies – they should be more than happy to answers your doubts.
Good luck and all the best!
