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Waxing adds shine to your vinyl composite tile floor. Waxing can also make vinyl composite flooring more durable and add years to its life. Here are a few steps you can follow to learn how to wax vinyl composite tile.
Steps
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Clean the floor thoroughly with a broom or lightweight vacuum cleaner to remove any loose dirt. [1] X Research source
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Fill a bucket with diluted household cleaner.Advertisement
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Mop the entire floor with the diluted cleaning solution. [2] X Research source
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Allow the floor to dry completely.
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Rinse the bucket and mop thoroughly.
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Refill the bucket with clean water.
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Mop the entire floor once more using only clean water. [3] X Research source
- Mopping the floor with clean water removes any residue that might be left behind by your cleaning solution. Residue left behind could dull your floor's shine.
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Let the floor dry completely.
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Apply a circle of floor wax onto a small section of the vinyl tile floor.
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Spread the wax gently over the floor tiles with the new, dry mop until the wax is evenly distributed over this section of the floor. [4] X Research source
- Be careful not to step on any area where you have applied wax. If you do, make sure to mop evenly over the area again.
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Repeat the waxing over small sections of the floor until the entire floor is covered with an even layer of wax.
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Leave the wax to dry, untouched, for at least 1 hour.
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Apply a second coat of wax, using the same steps described above.
- When applying the second coat, it is a good idea to apply the wax in a different direction. For example, if you applied the first coat in horizontal lines, apply the second coat in vertical or diagonal lines.
- Alternatively, apply hydrogen peroxide with a soft-bristled brush and gently scrub the grout to clean it.
- You can add baking soda if the stains are deep and difficult to remove.
- Another method is to use equal amounts of vinegar and water and scrub the grout with a brush. Steam cleaning can be effective if proper equipment is used.
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QuestionDo I need to polish vinyl tiles after waxing them?Community AnswerThe tile itself is never polished, but yes, it is recommended to polish the wax coating over the tile.
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Tips
- A third coat of wax can be applied if desired. If you choose to apply a third coat, try to mop in a different direction again. This helps hide any thin lines you might have missed.Thanks
- When choosing a floor wax, be sure to read the labels and choose a product that is appropriate for waxing vinyl composite tile.Thanks
- If you need to touch up a small area of your floor, you can mix 1 part floor wax to 1 part water in a spray bottle and mist the solution onto the floor. Then, using a clean, dry mop or towel, distribute the wax solution evenly.Thanks
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Warnings
- A heavy vacuum cleaner can scratch or leave divots in vinyl composite flooring. Any time you clean your floor with a vacuum cleaner, be sure it is light weight.Thanks
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Things You'll Need
- Broom and dustpan or lightweight vacuum
- Bucket
- Diluted household cleaner
- 2 Mops (1 new for applying wax)
- Floor wax
References
- ↑ https://www.bobvila.com/articles/how-to-clean-vinyl-flooring/
- ↑ https://www.bobvila.com/articles/how-to-mop-a-floor/
- ↑ https://www.bobvila.com/articles/how-to-mop-a-floor/
- ↑ https://www.concretenetwork.com/concrete/interiorfloors/wax.html
- How to Clean Vinyl Flooring
- http://www.findanyfloor.com/article/StrippingWaxingVinylCompositionTile.xhtml
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