How Do You Strip Wax Buildup From Floors?
If your kitchen floor looks yellowed or grimy or has spots of sticky, built-up wax, it’s time to strip it down. Here’s how to do it yourself. Purchase a wax stripper that is appropriate for your floor. Visit a janitorial supply store to get the most effective wax stripper. To make your job easier, select a stripper that does not require rinsing. For best results, use a wax stripper that is the same brand as the floor wax you typically use. Consider renting an electric floor scrubber and a wet-dry vacuum to reduce the elbow grease required. Look in the yellow pages under “Equipment Rentals.” The floor scrubber scrubs away wax, and the wet-dry vacuum will suck up the stripper and wax residue afterward. Gather your supplies. You’ll need: rubber gloves, wax stripper, a cotton mop, several scrub pads, toothbrush, putty knife, floor squeegee (or a window squeegee), a plastic dustpan, rags and three buckets. (You won’t need the squeegee, dustpan and rags if you use a wet-dry vacuum.) Remove a
