How to Remove Paste Wax From Hardwood Floors

Save money by removing paste wax from your hardwoods yourself.

Paste wax consists of different waxes blended together. It is used to protect hardwood floors and provide a slight sheen. Putting paste wax on hardwoods can protect the floor from scratches and scrapes. It may be necessary to remove paste wax if you want to put a finish on the floor that adds a more protective element, such as protection from water and heat. You can remove paste wax yourself, without the help of a profession, by following several steps.

Things You'll Need

• Mineral spirits
• Tape measure
• Cloths

Instructions

1. Pour 2 cap fulls of mineral spirits onto a small section of the hardwood flood, no more than 2 square feet.

2. Wipe the mineral oil over the small section of hardwood floor with a clean cloth. Use a circular motion when wiping to spread the mineral oil evenly.

3. Wipe up the paste wax and mineral oil with a clean cloth.

4. Repeat this process until all of the paste wax has been removed from the hardwood floors.

Tips & Warnings

• Change cloths every three to four sections so you don't unintentionally spread the paste wax that you wiped up.

References

• SC Johnson: Removing Paste Wax
• Antiquere Storers: Paste Wax and It's Uses