Step By Step Guide To Cleaning and Waxing Your Floors

Floor Cleaning and Waxing Guide:

If you’re looking for a step by step guide to waxing and cleaning your floors, then you’ve found it. We will explain to you the process from start to finish, detailing everything you need to know to get your floors sparkly clean and waxed to a smooth finish.

Step 1: Gather All of Your Materials

Before you even begin cleaning your floor you’ll want to gather any and all materials you’ll need to clean the floor and apply the wax. Things you’ll need:

  • Bucket
  • Hot Water and Cleaning Solution (More Than You Think You’ll Need)
  • Broom and Dust Pan
  • String Mop or Looped End Mop
  • High Quality Wax Enough For 4-5 Coats Based On Floor Size
  • Trash Bag or Liner For Bucket
  • Wax applicator (if necessary)
  • Floor Buffer (optional)

Once you have all of your supplies you can begin prepping the area to be cleaned.

Step 2: Clear Away Large Items From the Floor

It may sound simple, but it’s easy to forget about furniture and other large items when you go to clean your floor. Start by moving any large items away from the area you are going to clean and wax. You’ll want to move any furniture, appliances, or items that are not debris or trash away from the area you are planning to clean.

This will prevent dirt and debris from getting on your freshly clean floor and more importantly, it will prevent any loss items from ruining your wax once you begin coating the floor.

Step 3: Sweep The Area

Once the area is free of large objects, you can begin sweeping using a traditional whisk broom or a dust mop. Collect any dirt and debris in a dustpan and dispose of it. It is a good idea to go over the area a couple times to ensure all dirt and dust are removed.

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Step 4: Mix Cleaning Solution With Hot Water

Mix the cleaning solution with hot water in a mop bucket. Be sure to follow the instructions on the bottle of cleaner and prepare enough cleaner or more than enough cleaner for the floor space you are cleaning. When picking a cleaner please make sure the type of cleaner you use is compatible with type of floor you are mopping

Some cleaners can be abrasive for certain floors or do not clean certain floor types properly. Also, do not use soap on floors as it will leave streaks and a film on the floor which will ruin any attempt to wax the floor.

Step 5: Mop The Floor

This step is crucial to be performed properly. Begin by soaking the mop thoroughly with the hot water and cleaner mixture. Place the soaking wet mop and the floor and begin mopping the floor in long even strokes. Mop the floor in small pieces to ensure proper cleaning. Finish the entire floor in this fashion. Buy a Flash Speed Mop Starter Kit.

Step 6: Ring Out the Mop and Mop the Floor Dry

This step is important before applying the wax to the floor. Begin by drying the mop thoroughly, removing any excess water and cleaner from the mop. Once the mop is dry begin mopping the floor again to remove any excess water on the floor. Before proceeding to the next step, make sure that the floor is completely dry so as not to ruin the wax application.

Step 7: Prepare the Wax

This step will vary depending on the type of wax and the application method. You may use the same mop bucket, if emptied or prepare a new bucket with either a liner or trash bag placed in the bucket to prevent the wax from sticking to and ruining the bucket. Pour the wax into the bucket. If you have a wax applicator mop you can skip the bucket and pour the wax onto the mop.

Step 8: Wax The Floor

If using a wax mop or an applicator you can begin mopping the floor with the wax in small sections to begin applying the wax to the floor. Otherwise, pour the way thinly onto the floor in small sections and spread the wax over the surface a little at a time. Make sure that the wax doesn’t glob up and coats evenly. Most products suggest applying multiple (4-5) coats.

Step 9: Allow the Floor to Dry (Buffing is Optional)

After you have applied the desired number of coats of wax, allow the floor to dry thoroughly before walking or standing on it. This will allow the wax to harden and protect the floor properly.

Conclusion

There you have it. Everything you need to know to clean and wax your own floor. Hopefully by following our step by step guide to cleaning and waxing your floors you’ll be able to make your floors sparkle once again.

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