There are various types of floor wax on the market. Water-based wax is environmentally friendly and easy to clean, suitable for daily household use; oil-based wax has strong penetration and good protection effect, suitable for areas with large foot traffic or in need of deep maintenance; polyurethane wax has extremely strong wear resistance and is suitable for commercial places, etc. Choose the appropriate floor wax based on the floor material, usage environment and personal needs. For example, solid wax that can nourish the wood can be selected for solid wood floors, and laminate floors do not need waxing very much. If waxing is desired, water-based wax can be selected to increase the gloss.

Generally speaking, it is suitable to apply floor wax to the floors of family residences once every six months. However, if it is a place with high foot traffic and high wear, such as shopping malls and stores, it may need to be done once every 2-3 months. Of course, the specific frequency of waxing also depends on the actual usage of the floor and the durability of the wax.

Firstly, thoroughly clean the floor. Use a vacuum cleaner to suck up dust, hair and other debris. For stubborn stains, wipe with diluted neutral detergent, and then dry the floor with a wrung-out cloth to ensure the floor surface and groove parts are completely dry. In addition, to prevent the floor wax from staining the baseboards and furniture, they can be covered with masking tape, etc. before waxing.

If the floor wax is not evenly applied, it will cause inconsistent gloss on the floor surface and affect the appearance. In this case, before the wax is completely dry, try to apply the wax evenly with a clean cloth or a special waxing tool; if the wax has dried, you can first gently sand the uneven areas with sandpaper, and then reapply a layer of appropriate floor wax and ensure it is evenly applied.

The floor wax needs a certain amount of time to dry and solidify. Generally speaking, you need to wait about 12-24 hours after waxing. The specific time depends on the type of wax and environmental humidity and other factors. Before the floor wax is completely dry, try not to walk on the floor to avoid leaving footprints or damaging the wax layer.

The peeling of floor wax may be due to excessive application, unclean floor surface or mismatch between the floor wax and the floor material. The solution is to first wipe off the peeled floor wax, then gently sand the floor surface with sandpaper to increase its roughness, and then reapply a layer of appropriate floor wax and ensure it is evenly applied.

For shallow scratches, floor wax has a certain repair effect. You can gently sand the scratch area with sandpaper to make it flat, then dip a small amount of floor wax with a cloth for repair. When applying, pay attention to the integration with the surrounding floor wax to make the repaired scratch less obvious. But for deep scratches, floor wax may not be able to completely repair, and professional floor repair tools or professional personnel are required for processing.

If the floor wax is used improperly or in excessive amounts, it may make the floor very slippery, increasing the risk of slipping. You can appropriately reduce the amount of wax used and ensure even polishing; you can also wait for a period of time after waxing to allow the floor wax to fully solidify and reduce its stickiness; or lay non-slip mats or carpets in frequently walked areas to increase friction.

If you need to remove the old wax layer on the floor, you can use a special wax stripper. Pour the wax stripper on the floor, apply it evenly with a cloth or mop, then wait for a period of time to allow the wax stripper to fully react with the old wax layer, and then scrape or wipe off the softened wax layer with a scraper or cloth. Finally, clean the floor with clean water to ensure there is no wax stripper residue.

High-quality floor wax is generally less harmful to the human body. However, if the floor wax contains harmful substances such as formaldehyde and benzene, which volatilize during the waxing process, it may cause irritation to the human respiratory tract, skin, etc. For pets, floor wax will make the floor smooth, increasing the risk of pets slipping and getting injured. Moreover, if pets lick the floor, they may ingest harmful substances in the floor wax, leading to poisoning symptoms. Therefore, keep good indoor ventilation after waxing, choose environmentally friendly and safe floor wax, and limit the activities of pets in the waxed area.