OK -- I know it's a stupid question, but I need help!
I've got plank hardwood floors that have gotten pretty dull. I'm sure they're due for refinishing, but in the meantime, I'm looking for a product to make them shine a bit.
Some of the products I've seen say "for use on no-wax floors." but, I have no idea whether that applies to my floors. What are no-wax floors, and how can you tell?
Thanks.
Years ago linoleum needed to be waxed for both protection and appearance. Newer flooring has a clear coating from the factory that will shine for years, thus the term "no wax" floor.
Your plank flooring, if it had a factory finish, may have a coating that just needs some rejuvenation with cleaners or a polish made just for them. Before you get into refinishing, try some of the floor care and general purpose cleaners in an inconspicuous spot.
snipped-for-privacy@yahoo.com wrote in news:1125343158.498838.261460 @g49g2000cwa.googlegroups.com:
If you have ever waxed your floors, don't put this stuff on it. It is for poly finishes and factory finishes only. It will shine up those floors nice.
There is a newsgroup specific to woodworking. I think they could be of more help. However, from the little I know about wood finishes, I do know there are finishes that can be applied over an existing wood finish and will make them look good again. If I recall, the name Deft comes to mind. Sanding the whole floor and refinishing is your best bet, but I know thats a lot of work and expense if you have to rent a floor sander. If you dont mind seeing a few of the imperfections, I'd just use one of these re-finishing materials. DO NOT use wax. If you do, you will never be able to use a wood coating without sanding the whole floor. Wax can not be painted or varnished.
Mark
Does anyone know if these products make the floors as slippery as wax does? I nearly killed myseld as a kid after mom waxed and buffed the floors. I had to remove my socks to walk around or risk certain doom.
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