Today, there are so many different types of flooring in homes besides hardwood. They look beautiful and that is the reason why people prefer it. It also has its advantages when it comes to cleaning because the surface can be easily cleaned and the application of wax makes it look like new. You are saved from the more tedious core of steam cleaning or vacuuming when you have a carpet.
When wax is applied to hardwood floors, it protects it from wear and tear and in many cases gives the floor a shiny, wet look. With regular use, wax polishing keeps hardwood, linoleum and most other types of flooring in good condition. It can even protect your floor from warping due to water or any other moisture. Not only this, but it also reduces gouges or ridges and other types of damage to hardwood and other floors. But the main reason it’s commonly used is for its aesthetic appeal, giving hardwood floors a shiny, lustrous look. After applying the wax, the floor becomes less prone to damage due to abrasion, as the surface is more slippery.
The wax comes in three different variants: water-based, polymer, and solvent-based. Since most products contain chemicals, the effect on the environment in the house is a big concern, as it contains a chemical, formaldehyde. But there is always a solution. Many companies concerned about the environment in homes and offices are introducing a safer and more environmentally friendly alternative.
Since these issues need to be taken into account and also to reduce our daily tasks with an already busy schedule, a type of floor advertised as no-wax has hit the market and is becoming popular. Although many types of floor surfaces do not require the use of floor wax, they do need to be cleaned regularly. In addition to cleaning and using floor wax on a regular basis, floors also need occasional touch-ups to repair damage caused by daily household activities.
Wax certainly makes floors look beautiful and protects them, but regular use sometimes results in wax buildup. In such cases, wax removers are used, but they contain chemicals and therefore care must be taken to avoid irritation or personal injury.