31 NOV 2023
Maintaining Your Hardwax Oiled Surfaces Easy Tips for Tradespeople
As a tradesperson, you understand the value of quality craftsmanship and the need for long-lasting solutions. Hard wax oiled surfaces, whether they’re on floors, stairs, or furniture, can bring a touch of elegance to your projects. To keep these surfaces looking their best, regular care and maintenance are crucial. Here’s a straightforward guide on how to care for your hard wax oiled surfaces:
Daily Dry Cleaning:
Start your maintenance routine with a daily dry clean. Use a broom or a vacuum cleaner to remove loose dirt and dust. These particles can act like sandpaper, potentially causing fine scratches. Taking a few minutes for this quick clean will go a long way in preserving the beauty of your hard wax oiled surfac
Regular Wet Cleaning:
For a more thorough clean, opt for a wet cleaning routine. “OLI-NATURA Wood Soap” is your ideal companion for this task. It’s specially designed for oiled surfaces, ensuring quick cleanliness without harming the wood. Mix it at a ratio of 1:200 with lukewarm water and wipe the surface. Let it dry, and you’re done.
Restorative Treatment and Maintenance:
- Every once in a while, your hard wax oiled surfaces deserve some extra love. This helps renew their protective qualities and takes care of minor scratches.
- For surfaces previously treated with hard wax oil, use “OLI-NATURA Wood Care Wax.” For oiled wood, opt for “OLI-NATURA Wood Care Oil.” You can treat the entire surface or focus on specific areas.
- After such a treatment, you’ll notice that the wood becomes anti-static, attracting less dust.
Using Oli Natura’s Wood Care Wax
The surface must be totally clean, dry, and free from dust and grease before treatment.
Full-surface restorative treatment for floors and parquetry:
Apply approximately 10-20 g/m² (50-100 m²/l) of OLI-NATURA wood care oil or wood care wax thinly and evenly with a mop or a sprayer; allow to take effect for a short time (max. 10 minutes) and polish in with a white pad by hand or with a polishing machine.
Partial restorative treatment for floors and parquetry:
Soak a white pad with wood care oil or wood care wax (10-20 g / m²) and rub in. Remove any excess with a dry cotton cloth after a maximum of 10 minutes.
Restorative treatment for stairs:
Soak a white pad with OLI-NATURA wood care oil or wood care wax (10-20 g / m²) and rub in. Remove any excess with a dry cotton cloth after a maximum of 10 minutes.
Restorative treatment for furniture:
Pour OLI-NATURA wood care oil or wood care wax onto a clean, lint-free cotton cloth and apply evenly and thinly along the grain. Remove any excess with a dry cotton cloth after a maximum of 10 minutes.
Note: Let the impregnated surface dry for a minimum of 12 hours, preferably overnight. Do not wet wipe for the first few days. In the case of sensitive surfaces, test first on an inconspicuous area.
