Wax Build-Up Removal from Linoleum Floor

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How do I remove wax build-up from linoleum flooring?

Wax Build-Up Removal from Linoleum Floor

The most effective way to remove a wax build-up on linoleum is to use ammonia. This is pretty strong smelling stuff- so have plenty of ventilation- also DO NOT mix ammonia with bleach - it creates a dangerous gas. Mix approximately 1/2 cup of ammonia in a bucket of warm water, and wash as you normally would. This should leave your floors looking like new.

   

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8/27/2006 10:28:04 PM
Ruth said:

A few things worth mentioning; You need to wet the floor with a cloth soaked in the ammonia water, but only for a couple minutes to avoid damaging the shiny layer of your linoleum. The floor then needs to be scrubbed with plenty of elbow grease (the most time-consuming part of the job), and then rinsed with clean water.


10/15/2007 8:22:53 PM
Tammy said:

I have tryed this it has not worked is there any thing else i can use or try.


10/18/2009 7:00:59 PM
Sally said:

Thank goodness I found this site. Need to remove wax from floor and this will do it. Thank you




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