In order to ensure lasting satisfaction from your new lacquered floor,
it is important to correctly care for the floor starting immediately
after installation. With the right care, the lacquered floor will become
increasingly easy to clean and more hard wearing over time. This is
because the recommended soap used to clean the floor actually coats it
with an invisible film, providing additional protection and thus making
the floor more resistant to dirt.
After-Installation Care
All lacquered floors are recommended to be cleaned with WOCA Lacquer
Soap right after installation and before the floor is used. As a result
of this the surface will then be more hardwearing and be easier to clean
and maintain in the future.
Normal Basic Cleaning
Normal cleaning to remove surface debris is accomplished using a broom
or vacuum cleaner. To remove normal stains and non-loose dirt, the floor
should be cleaned with water and a hard-wrung, wet cloth. In order to
achieve the best cleaning possible use WOCA Wood Cleaner, which is mixed
with water at a ratio of 40:1.
This has two functions: it cleans the floor and at the same time forms
an invisible, protective film on the surface of the floor making it even
more resistant to damage from dirt. It is very important to use two
buckets when cleaning the floor- one with the WOCA Wood Cleaner mixed
solution and one with clean water for rinsing the dirty cloth or mop.
Immerse the cloth or soft mop in the Soap solution, and then wring out
the excess fluid before wiping the floor. Rinse the cloth or mop in the
clear water, wring out the excess water, then immerse in the Soap
solution again. Repeat this pattern until the floor is clean. Do not
pour the Cleaner solution directly on the floor but instead, always use a
cloth or mop to apply the solution.
Cleaning Extremely Dirty Floors
If the floor has been neglected and/or becomes very dirty, it should be
cleaned using WOCA Lacquer Soap, mixed with water in a 40:1 ratio,
following the guidelines above. Once this is dry you will then need to
apply the WOCA Lacquer Care which strenghtens the lacquer, as it
protects against wear and scratches and herby prolongs the lifetime of
the lacquered surface. The Lacquer Care does not buid up a thick layer
on the surface as the old layer is renewed with the next application.
Spot Remover
Difficult spots can be removed with WOCA Spot Remover. The Spot Remover
is sprayed on the spot and left in place until the stain is dissolved,
repeat treatment if necessary. The floor is then cleaned and with WOCA
Lacquer Soap.
We recommend that you purchase a WOCA Lacquer Maintenance Kit with your floor.