DCI Concrete Wax and Floor Polish
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Residential Concrete $34.20 per Gallon $134.55 per 5 Gallons
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Our 100% Acrylic Residential Floor Polish protects sealed floors from wear and tear with little buildup. Residential Floor Polish does not require a buffer to apply and can be used to “spot” wax in higher traffic areas. DO NOT FREEZE!
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Commercial Concrete $34.20 per Gallon $134.55 per 5 Gallons
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For commercial applications like restaurants, showrooms and retail stores. Our 100% Acrylic Commercial Floor Polish is designed for high traffic areas and should be applied with a wax applicator followed by a floor buffer for best results.
DO NOT FREEZE!
Residential/Commercial Wax Facts:
- For first application, apply 2-3 thin coats.
- Covers approximately 1,000 square feet per gallon per coat.
Application Methods:
- Residential Wax – Padco Floor Coater, Padco Trim Pad, or Wax Applicator
- Commercial Wax- Padco Floor Coater, Padco Trim Pad, or Wax Applicator, buff with a commercial buffer after the intial application and as needed thereafter.
Wax Maintence:
- Additional coat or spot-waxing needed approximately every 3-8 months depending on traffic.
How to Apply Concrete Floor Wax and Polish
Applying DCI Concrete Floor Wax and Polish to your surface is a critical final step in maintaining interior decorative concrete. Wax protects the finished surface but does not replace the need for sealer on your floor. While sealer penetrates into the pores of your concrete and maintains your floor’s color, wax is a topical coat designed to serve as a barrier between daily wear and tear and your floor’s sealed surface. If properly waxed and maintained, you’ll never need to seal again! Remember, floor polish is intended for interior applications only and should not be applied outdoors.
Surface Preparation:
Before waxing thoroughly clean all dirt and debris from the surface using warm soapy water or water mixed with a light organic degreaser. Do not use harsh chemicals such as xylene, lacquer thinner, adhesive remover or similar products. These chemicals will remove your sealer and ruin the finish on your decorative concrete. First mop the floor with the cleaning solution then mop again using water only. Finally, leave the floor to dry making certain all residue has been removed from the floor.
Applying Acrylic Floor Polish:
After the surface has dried, apply either the residential or commercial wax with either a sponge mop with wringer attachment, Padco Floor Coater or Trim Pad. Pour the floor polish into a paint tray and use the ridges to purge the applicator of excess polish before applying. The thinner the coat, the stronger each layer of floor polish will be. For the first application, apply 2-3 thin coats floor polish allowing each coat to dry completely before applying the next. To limit the possibility of streaking, apply the first coat East to West and the second coat North to South. Before allowing traffic on the floor, test the wax by applying pressure to the surface with your fingernail. If the surface dents the wax will require more time to dry. Select commercial wax over residential wax if large dogs will routinely be on the floors. Buffing in this instance would be optional.
Reapplying Floor Polish:
Depending traffic conditions, the floor should be waxed approximately every 3-8 months. Before reapplying, walk the surface of the floor to determine if spot waxing will suffice. Always clean the floor thoroughly before application.
Cold Temperature Warning: DO NOT apply water-based sealers when surface temperatures are below 60°F with an air temperature difference of 5 degrees or less. Central heating, radiant or convection heaters, or similar heating devices should be turned off during application. In-floor heating should be set at 60-65°F before and turned off during the application process.
