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How Can I Tell If My Hardwood Floor Has Wax or Acrylic Buildup?

Common signs

Cloudiness, streaks, uneven shine, footprints, dark traffic lanes and scratches that seem to sit on top of the floor can indicate buildup.

Product history

Products marketed as polish, shine restorer, rejuvenator or floor refresher may leave a film rather than simply clean.

Why it matters

Wax or acrylic contamination can prevent a professional polyurethane coat from bonding correctly.

Test before coating

A controlled test area can help reveal whether the problem is in the wood, the original finish or a removable layer above it.

Removal can change the diagnosis

Once buildup is removed, some floors need only cleaning while others become good candidates for Screen & Recoat.

Get the right diagnosis before choosing a service

Hardwood floors can look similar while needing very different solutions. True Clean evaluates the condition of the wood, existing finish, contamination, wear and the result you want before recommending a process.

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