How Do You Make Homemade Wax Remover?
Wax buildup can occur on vinyl tiling from residue left behind by wax-based floor cleaners. To properly re-wax a vinyl floor and make it shine, the buildup must be removed. According to the Hazardous Materials Identification System (HMIS), floor waxes contain hazardous chemicals that can irritate eyes, skin and lungs and possibly cause stress to the gastrointestinal and nervous systems. Eco-friendly alternatives to chemical wax-removing solutions can be found in your kitchen. Pour a small amount of club soda onto the floor. Use a mop to scrub the club soda into the areas of the floor affected by waxy buildup. Club soda can be used on the entire floor if necessary. Let the club soda sit for about five minutes. Wipe the floor clean with a dry cloth. If the club soda fails to remove all of the wax, continue with a vinegar wash. Vinegar has a strong odor, so this process should be used only if the club soda did not adequately clean your floor. Mix about a half-cup of white vinegar with a h
