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How long does it take to strip and wax a floor?
The team at ServiceMaster of Kalamazoo are professionals that follow the important steps and techniques, using powerful equipment in order to produce a spotless, protective, and attractive finish to your floors in about 7 hours.
What do you need to strip and wax floors?
Equipment needed to strip & wax floors Mop heads (finish). These will be used for applying the floor finish. Stripping Pad for floor machine. 1 Dust mop. 1 broom with dustpan. 3 – 5 wet floor signs. 1 Box latex gloves. 2 Sets of goggles. 1 Box can liners.
How do you strip and wax a floor without a machine?
Vinegar Method Mix 1 gallon of warm water, 1 cup of white vinegar and 1 cup of cream of tartar in a bucket. Dip a mop into the solution and apply it to the floor. Scrub the floor in a circular motion, using a scrub brush. Fill a bucket with clean water and mop the floor to rinse off the solution.
Can you wax a floor without stripping it?
Technically, you do not have to strip the floor before you wax it. However, if you believe that there are too many coats of wax on the floor, causing the floor to become dull, then it’s best to first strip the floor before applying a new coat.
Can you buff a floor after waxing?
Once the old wax is gone, apply a new coat with a rag; buff it with the floor buffer, and your floor will look as good as new.
How often is it necessary to strip off the floor polish completely?
It depends on the amount of foot traffic in the facility, say distributors, as well as how that floor is maintained throughout the year. As a rule of thumb, floors are typically scrubbed and recoated every six months to a year, which can stretch out the stripping and recoating process by as much as four or five years.
Can you strip a floor with a mop?
Pour floor stripper into a mop bucket and begin to apply it to the floor by flood mopping. Liberally mop the selected area with the floor stripper. It is important to not let the floor stripper dry on the tile. Once you have mopped the selected area, allow the stripper to dwell for 5-10 minutes.
How many coats of wax should you put on a floor?
Always make sure to have more wax on hand than is necessary. You do not want to run out of wax before the job is finished. Most wax finishes, like our Optimal Wet Look Floor Finish will cover approximately 2,000 square feet per gallon. Each finish is different, but most recommend 4 to 5 coats.
How often should you strip and wax a floor?
In general, floors should be stripped and waxed annually or every six to twelve months for heavy-traffic commercial spaces, such as restaurants or retail stores. This will help make sure your floor stays looking its best!.
Does vinegar remove floor wax?
To clean hardwood floors, a cleaner specifically made for hardwood floors or a mix of soap and water can be used. Cleaning waxed surfaces – vinegar dissolves the wax, and should not be used to clean waxed furniture. However, vinegar is a reliable option for removing an old coat of wax from a surface.
Can you wax over old wax?
A general rule is if your applying the same wax – just top it off if it hasn’t been there too long. You don’t need to clay & strip every time you apply another coat of wax – depending on how long it’s been since you did so.
Can you seal a waxed floor?
Both daily and periodic maintenance can be carried out by the property owner or cleaner. A waxed floor will never require sanding and sealing. Over time the beauty of the floor will be enhanced by scratches, scuffs, dents etc.
How long should wax dry before buffing?
The Wax will be dry to the touch very quickly but take longer to harden or ‘cure’. The ‘curing’ process can take 5 – 21 days depending on ambient temperature. If you want to achieve a really good shine, allow around 24 hours before buffing.
How do you mop a waxed tile floor?
Mopping should be done with cold water and a neutral cleaner. If hot water is used on a waxed VCT floor, it can cause the wax to come up with the mop and also gives the wax a cloudy appearance. Also, do not use harsh cleaners to mop a VCT floor. Bleach or ammonia based products will strip wax off of the VCT floor.
What are white buffing pads used for?
The pad is used for spray cleaning or dry buffing soft finishes using a rotary machine (175-800 rpm). It is also used for light cleaning under an automatic scrubber. This extra fine pad has been designed for polishing clean, dry floors. White polishing pads are a perfect match when used to polish marble floors.
Does vinegar remove floor polish?
Since vinegar is an acid, it will actually break down the finish on the surface of your floor, and over time it will reduce the shine and leave a dull appearance.
Can you mix floor wax with water?
Mix a solution of one part cleaning solution to nine parts water. Pour the floor wax into the bucket and work over the surface of the floor using long, steady strokes. Apply an additional coat of wax for maximum shine and protection.
How long do strippers sit on floor?
Allow for the stripper solution to sit on the floor for long enough. It must have time to penetrate the existing floor wax, dirt, and finish before the next phase of floor stripping can begin. 5-10 minutes is generally enough.
