How To Remove Wax Build Up On Wood Floors

## How To Remove Wax Build Up On Wood Floors

Wax buildup on wood floors can make them look dull and dingy. It can also make them slippery, which can be a safety hazard. If you have wax buildup on your wood floors, there are a few things you can do to remove it.

**Materials You Will Need** * Bucket * Warm water * Dish soap * White vinegar * Soft cloths * Towels **Instructions** 1. **Remove any loose wax.** If there is any loose wax on your floors, you can remove it by vacuuming or sweeping it up. 2. **Make a cleaning solution.** In a bucket, mix together 1 gallon of warm water, 1/4 cup of dish soap, and 1/4 cup of white vinegar. 3. **Dip a cloth in the cleaning solution and wring it out.** The cloth should be damp, but not dripping wet. 4. **Wipe down the floors.** Start in one corner of the room and work your way across the floor, wiping down the floors with the damp cloth. Be sure to wring out the cloth frequently as it gets dirty. 5. **Rinse the floors.** Once you have wiped down the floors, rinse them with clean water. You can do this by dipping a clean cloth in water and wringing it out, then wiping down the floors with the damp cloth. 6. **Dry the floors.** Once you have rinsed the floors, dry them with a clean towel. **Tips** * If the wax buildup is heavy, you may need to use a stronger cleaning solution. You can add more dish soap or vinegar to the cleaning solution, or you can use a commercial wax stripper. * Be sure to test the cleaning solution on an inconspicuous area of the floor before using it on the entire floor. This will ensure that the solution does not damage the finish on your floors. * If you have a large area of floors to clean, you may want to rent a floor buffer. A floor buffer will make the job of removing wax buildup much easier. **Warnings** * Do not use abrasive cleaners or steel wool to remove wax buildup from wood floors. These cleaners can damage the finish on your floors. * Do not use too much water when cleaning wood floors. Excess water can damage the wood.