Wax should be considered as a top coat—a final layer of protection, not the only protective finish, on a hardwood floor. The best candidate for waxing is a hardwood floor that was previously ...

wax-free, and petroleum-free cleaner, such as Bona PowerPlus Hardwood Floor Deep Cleaner, or a homemade solution comprising ¼ cup of dish soap and 1 gallon of warm water. The best way to mop wood ...