Michigan State University Extension
Home Maintenance And Repair - 01500139
06/24/03
Cleaning Vinyl No-Wax Floors
A vinyl or polyurethane finish has been applied on
the surface to keep a shine without waxing; the urethane
is more durable. To keep it shiny, keep it clean.
When washing with a detergent solution, be very sure
to rinse it all off. One-step "clean-and-wax" products
may leave a film that covers the shine; test if using
them. Occasional buffing will heighten the shine.
Eventually all finishes will lose some of their shine
as the finish coating wears. Renew it by applying a
water-based self-polishing wax. Special vinyl floor
finishes sold at flooring stores may also be used, but
usually cost more. If a sculptured pattern, apply thinly
so no pools of wax collect in low spots.
Applying a self-cleaning floor wax or finish to the
"no-wax" vinyl floor can protect from gritty dirt that
will eventually scratch the surface. It will also prevent
wear in traffic lanes. Removing dirt promptly with vacuum
and damp-mopping when necessary will also help reduce
scratching of the surface.
This article was written by Anne Field, Extension
Specialist, Emeritus with references from the Home
Furnishings Care Notebook.
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