How to Wax a Stained Cement Floor
Cement is available in many forms as attractive, durable and easy to maintain flooring. Cement flooring can be stained and scored to simulate Terra cotta tile, colored to match the rest of the home or stamped, colored and textured to look like real slate or granite. Stained cement floors stand up well to the limited foot traffic in the home and require little attention to maintain its shine and beauty. Utilizing area rugs strategically placed at entryways and regular sweeping or vacuuming will keep the floor free of abrasives that dull the finish of the stained cement. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Broom or vacuum cleaner
- Clear floor wax
- Clean string-mop
- Mechanical buffer
- Red buffer pad
- Cream colored pad
Instructions
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Clean the floor by sweeping or vacuuming it thoroughly.
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Use a clear floor wax by shaking the container well and then pouring a small pool on the floor.
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Spread the wax evenly over the floor with a clean full string-mop while keeping the mop well saturated. Finish each part of the floor with smooth even strokes going in the same direction.
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Use enough scrubbing action to loosen ground-in dirt. Repeat the process until the floor is covered with wax.
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Allow the floor to dry completely. There is no need to buff the floor.
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Tips & Warnings
Complete the project at one time, without stopping, for an even application.
Waxing too often will result in build-up of wax which will trap dirt and result in dull milky colored floors that may require stripping to bring back their polish.
