Things You'll Need:
- Broom
- Hand broom or vacuum
- Finishing brush
- Can of floor stripper
- Bucket
- Putty knife
- Rough bristled toothbrush
- Dustpan
- Rubber spatula or squeegee
- Sponge
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Step 1
Sweep the entire floor, using a hand broom or the vacuum cleaner hose to remove debris from any tight areas where a regular broom won't fit.
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Step 2
Dilute your floor stripper with water according to the instructions on the can and pour approximately half a gallon of the mixture into a bucket. You'll want to start applying floor stripper in the corner of the floor that is farthest away from the entrance to the room. You will then work your way backwards.
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Step 3
Choose a section of approximately two feet by four feet to begin with. Dip your brush in the bucket and paint a one quarter inch thick layer of stripper on the section of the floor. Let the stripper set on that first section while you apply it to a second section of approximately the same size. Then go back to the first section so you can scrub off the wax.
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Step 4
Remove the wax by first attempting to scrape it off with a putty knife. Then get rid of any remaining residue using a rough bristled toothbrush. Push the wax into a dust pan using either a rubber spatula or a squeegee. Don't let it sit on your floor.
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Step 5
Wet a sponge under the tap using lukewarm water. Then use it to mop the first section of tile. Rinse the sponge as needed until it comes away clean.
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Step 6
Repeat Steps 3 through 5 until you have stripped all of the wax off of the floor. Then let the floor air dry. Now you are ready to apply a new layer of wax.
