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Minwax® Hardwood Floor Cleaner

Specially formulated to help maintain the natural beauty of hardwood and laminate floors. Minwax® Wood Cleaner is not for use on waxed, oiled or unfinished wood or wood finished with shellac.

* Hardwood Floor Cleaner can be found in the aisle where other Minwax products are sold.


 

Product Details

Application tool: cloth or mop
Coverage: 2400 sq. ft. per quart
Usage frequency: as often as necessary
Recommended uses: wood surfaces with a clear, unwaxed finish; ideal for floors, cabinets and doors.

FAQ

Q. What are the advantages of using Minwax® Hardwood Floor Cleaner and Minwax® Wood Cleaner?

Minwax® Hardwood Floor Cleaner and Minwax® Wood Cleaner have been exclusively formulated for use on hardwood floors and wood surfaces. Unlike other surface cleaners, Minwax® Hardwood Floor Cleaner and Minwax® Wood Cleaner are designed to clean wood surfaces without leaving a residue, which other all-purpose cleaners may leave.

Q. Where can I use Minwax® Hardwood Floor Cleaner and Minwax® Wood Cleaner?

Use Hardwood Floor Cleaner on finished hardwood floors. Use Minwax® Wood Cleaner on finished kitchen cabinets, furniture, moldings and any other wood surfaces which have not been waxed or oiled. Because most shellacs contain wax, Minwax® cleaners should not be used on wood finished with shellac. Do not use either product on bare or unfinished wood.

Q. Does Minwax® Hardwood Floor Cleaner need to be mixed with water?

No. It comes premixed and ready to use.

Q. What happens if Minwax® Hardwood Floor Cleaner or Minwax®Wood Cleaner is accidentally used in excess on oiled, waxed or raw wood surfaces?

Neither Minwax® Hardwood Floor Cleaner nor Minwax® Wood Cleaner will permanently damage wood. If the product is accidentally left on a wood surface finished with wax or oil (such as Danish, linseed, tung oil) or wax, the finish may turn white, as it would if water were left on it for a long period of time. If the application of more finish does not repair the whitened areas, then reapply the oil finish using fine steel wool.

Directions

WARNING! Removal of old paint by sanding, scraping or other means may generate dust or fumes that contain lead. Exposure to lead dust or fumes may cause brain damage or other adverse health effects, especially in children or pregnant women. Controlling exposure to lead or other hazardous substances requires the use of proper protective equipment such as a properly fitted respirator (NIOSH approved) and proper containment and cleanup. For more information, call the National Lead Information Center at 1-800-424-LEAD (in US) or contact your local health authority.

Minwax® Hardwood Floor Cleaner

Minwax® Hardwood Floor Cleaner is specially formulated to help you maintain the natural beauty of your hardwood floors. Regular use will keep hardwood floors looking beautiful by gently removing dirt and grime without leaving a soap film behind.

Minwax® Hardwood Floor Cleaner is great for use on all types of finished wood and laminated floors. It is not for use on waxed, oiled, shellacked or unfinished wood. When cleaning doors, cabinets and other small wood surfaces, we recommend Minwax® Wood Cleaner.

Directions: Use Minwax® Hardwood Floor Cleaner directly from the bottle. No mixing, diluting or rinsing is needed.

  1. Sweep or vacuum to pick up loose dirt.
  2. Squirt cleaner lightly in an "S" pattern directly onto floor in a 3 to 4 foot area.
  3. Mop floor, using a damp, well wrung-out mop. Rinse mop as needed during cleaning to remove dirt from the mop.

Hardwood Floor Care Tips:
  • Use Minwax® Hardwood Floor Cleaner frequently as part of your regular cleaning routine.
  • Use doormats and area rugs by door entries to help keep dirt, sand and grit from entering the house.
  • Install furniture glides to protect against scratches and gouges.