Wood flooring that was installed prior to 1970s required waxing in order to protect the floors and keep their lustrous appearance. Modern hardwood flooring is protected by a polyurethane/urethane/acrylic finish that offers protection from damage and wear. Floors with these finishes shouldn't be waxed.
Select a wax that is specifically formulated for hardwood flooring to ensure it doesn't cause damage. Make sure to sweep, dust, and clean the floor completely before waxing. Otherwise, tiny dust and dirt particles could get stuck below the waxed surface.
Paste Wax
You can find paste wax at your local hardware store or home goods shop. It doesn't matter what brand it is as long as the paste wax is specifically made for hardwood floors and compatible with your floor finish. Use a cheesecloth, or a white Terrycloth rag to apply a small amount of paste wax to the floor. For square or patterned wood floors, it is helpful to follow the grain of the wood as you rub. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to let the wax dry. Use a dry pad to buff the floors or a dry-pad buffing device.
If you don't need or want to use elbow grease, you can opt for liquid hardwood floor wax. Liquid-wax applications are often quicker because you don’t have to rub as hard and take more time to spread the substance evenly. Terrycloth is used to make sure the wax covers every nook and cranny of the floor. Follow any grain patterns in the wood and rub in a straight line. After the wax has dried, buff the floors.
Vinyl and linoleum floors waxes should not be used on hardwood floors. These waxes can contain harmful chemicals that could cause damage to your floors. Use abrasives, and other cleaning products that could damage the natural wood characteristics of hardwood floors with a urethane finish.
Talk to a local flooring retailer or installer/refinisher for Floor Sanding Stevenage Stevenage If you're unsure if wax can damage wood flooring,
Call 01438 420 435.
http://www.stevenagefloorsanding.co.uk/
