Does it cut through wax build up? Can this steam cleaner remove old wax and dirt in preparation for applying new floor finish?
1145931
It will take the white off rice in a manner of speaking but anything that is on the floor it will take off. Great for what the dog brings in or if the dog forgets to go out if you know what I mean.
1079835
I've never had a problem with build-up -- probably because I don't use it that often. It has time to wear down, and then I just wash the floor and reapply the finish.
1927414
I used this to strip the old finish off the floor, and it was necessary to leave it on the floor for a few minutes before I could rinse it off. Even then it took quite a bit of elbow grease to get the old finish off. I wouldn't think it would work in a steam mop if you are using it for this purpose.
1785618
As far as I know, it does not, as I have used it on my Bar'B Que, and drive way and it left no residue, was able to get item clean, (BBQ) and it dried nice and no hint of any wax . Hope it works for you. Know that a little bit goes a long way, so it is very cost effective.Take care and good luck./R.
1875635
No it doesn't clean the floor. It is more of a refinishing product. I used it on a wood laminate floor and it worked great. It restores the shine and makes the floor look newer but it isn't for cleaning. You will probably have to use a brush and a strong cleaning product.
416963
I'm sure it will clean any surface. IF the handle doesn't break and you don't have to get on your knees it is so much easier to use.Every time something breaks on the mop the company will replace the part but you pay about $15.00 shipping everytime. The handle is a very poor design, breaks esasily, but the steam mop works good.
1669032
I have used it on vinyl floors with 50 years of build up under equipment. I still had to use greenies and scrapers. It will clean vinyl, but it doesn't remove old wax or particularly shine.
2242933
I do not know because we have the polished concrete floors. I do have tile in my bathroom but, it never looks dirty enough for me to tell if the steamer has cleaned it or not. It always looks clean. It doesn't produce a whole lot of moisture (your floor doesn't look soaking wet when you go over it) but, a lot of vapor production.
1885625
The steamer will certainly HELP break up the old mildew and guke but may NOT completely remove it. After steaming, I would go over the build up with a slightly scratchy pad and a product called "Eliminate" that you can get at Home Depot. Eliminate is similar to muriatic acid so use CAREFULLY - - - it is designed to cut through the white calcium build up that you sometimes see around pots on patios. It also works well to clean glass shower doors but - - - again - - - - wear gloves and don't get it in your eyes! Hope this helps - WO
909857
I use a steam cleaner, but found that it is not appropriate for my wood floors. Use it on ceramic or tile, but for wood you only need to damp mop after using this product.
1123452
I don't think it will BUT the Hand held Steam cleaner with the mulit tips , the one the is small round, get it done. and this a few $$ cheaper!
2094874
The instructions suggest checking with manufacturers of wood floors before using. Also suggests an inconspicuous area to test before proceeding. The steam cleaner can be used for fabric, upholstery, etc. and other surfaces that can be exposed to water and temps of about 212 degrees. So far I have used my Wagner on my bathroom tile walls, floors, shower and even the counter tops, mirrors, toilets. I cleaned the top edge of my tile (up against the painted wall) with no problems. I dried the area immediately and did not use the power nozzle tool to keep from damaging the paint. I don't know if I would use it on wood paneling or a large painted wall area. Would want to test area myself and not sure which tool could be used on these areas without damage. There is a squeegee, a somewhat coarse brush and three other tools that provide a smaller more intense pinpoint of steam. Hope this information is enough to help you make a decision.
1711447
It is difficult to say. We started using the Sharp Steam mop right after our tile was installed. Our tile has dark grout and when we have dropped powder on the tile and grout it does remove that. We are pleased on how it cleans the tile.
712148
Yes absolutely Home Strip Paint and Varnish Remover works great to remove wax and grout sealant from tile! Thank you for your interest in EcoSolve products and have a great day!
704691
I didn't use it to remove old wax because I didn't want to strip everything off these 140 yr old pine floors. Lundmark wax floor cleaner has turpentine mixed with wax so it cleans the prior wax rather than remove it. I think you would have to use pure turpentine (very smelly but very effective) or mineral spirits (oderless but less effective) if you really want to strip the old wax off. This product is very good at cleaning and you just might find that you don't have to strip off that old wax....just give it a good cleaning.
1995856
YES same thing with me. I thought the steam mop would work good,but left my floors looking like there is a film all over. I've tried to use vintage water and tea water,and floor wax, it still has it,so I think the steam mop ruined my floor. My husband is very upset to.He spent many hours refinishing that floor.I'm still looking for a solution and if I find one I will repost.
273056
Floor gets steamed but not wet. Dries very quickly with a great shine. Never let steamer sit directly on floor when your not using or it can-leave some water. I love it and highly recommend it. Leaves no streaks or smudges on the floor. Better than any other type if cleaners.