Wood and parquet maintenance

Parquet cleaner, what solution?

High performance parquet cleaners and degreasers
For a thorough cleaning of your wooden floors, surfaces or furniture, opt for cleaning and degreasing products specially designed for wooden floor coverings. These innovative formulations, often based on mild surfactants , effectively remove dirt, stains and grease without altering the finish of the parquet. Most of these professional products are often formulated from a solvent base in order to degrease and remove old layers of wax.

Wood and parquet renovators and revivers
When your parquet floor loses its luster or your woodwork surface no longer has its original shine, use parquet renovator and reviver cleaners that will revive the shine and standardize the appearance of your floor or surface. These parquet cleaners, based on polymers or waxes, form a thin protective film while enhancing the natural nuances of the wood. They will also have the function of nourishing and protecting the wood.

Professional maintenance oils and waxes for long-lasting protection
To preserve the natural and authentic appearance of your oiled or waxed parquet floor, rely on specially formulated cleaning maintenance oils and waxes. Thanks to their composition rich in impregnating agents, these cleaning products will deeply nourish the wood fibers while effectively protecting it against everyday aggressions. For wooden furniture and surfaces, after a good cleaning, nourish and protect your wood with waxes and oils with a color adapted to the type of wood. Application is done using soft, lint-free non-woven cloths or microfiber cloths . For waxes, check the concentration, especially in beeswax-type products.

Professional cleaner and type of parquet

Before choosing a product and a method, you must first take stock of the surfaces to be treated and, in this case, the type of parquet. There are a wide variety of types of parquet that require different maintenance approaches. Vitrified parquet, waxed parquet, oiled parquet, raw parquet, solid parquet, floating parquet.

Professional maintenance of varnished and floating parquet floors

Routine maintenance of a vitrified parquet floor is limited to regular dusting using a broom with impregnated gauze (damp sweeping type) and a vacuum cleaner. For a deep cleaning, use a flat microfibre mop slightly dampened with lukewarm water and a special vitrified parquet cleaning product. Avoid using too much water and make sure to dry the floor thoroughly immediately after washing to avoid any infiltration. In this case, a trolley with a wringer press will prevent you from drowning the parquet and damaging it.
Over time, varnished parquet floors can lose their shine. To restore their shine, apply a polyurethane-based reviving product, diluted in water according to the manufacturer's recommendations. This operation, to be repeated approximately every 6 months, will remove small scratches and revive the shine of the floor. If your parquet floor is regular, using a single-brush machine with a polishing disc and a spray product will restore the shine to your parquet floor.
For optimal protection, avoid abrasive products and aggressive detergents that could damage the vitrification layer. Also consider placing pads under the furniture to prevent scratches when moving.

For floating floors the methodology will be similar with special attention to ensure that no gaps form between the floating floor boards. If this is the case, it may be necessary to readjust the boards to prevent water or dirt from seeping in.

Professional cleaner for waxed parquet floors

Maintaining a waxed parquet floor requires regular cleaning with a broom, sweeping with a damp sweeping mop with gauze and a vacuum cleaner to remove dust and debris. For washing, use a microfiber mop and a mild soap, such as black soap. Avoid getting the floor too wet and dry it immediately.
Over time, the wax can wear off, especially in high traffic areas. It is therefore necessary to renew the wax layer regularly, following the manufacturer's recommendations. Before applying a new layer, be sure to thoroughly clean the floor and let it dry completely.
For stubborn stains, you can use black soap or clay stone, rubbing gently with steel wool. To restore shine to an old waxed parquet floor, apply a mixture of linseed oil, turpentine and a little methylated spirits using a cloth.
Keep in mind that it is best to avoid abrasive products and harsh detergents that could damage the wax layer. Also protect your parquet from heavy furniture and rough movements to prevent scratches.

Parquet cleaner for oiled parquet

The maintenance of an oiled parquet floor is the same as for a waxed parquet floor, namely regular cleaning with a broom, sweeping with a damp sweeping broom with gauze and a dust vacuum cleaner. Take care to choose a vacuum cleaner brush with a position that avoids scratching the parquet floor.
To renew the protection, apply a specific parquet maintenance oil such as Bona every 6 months to 1 year, following the manufacturer's recommendations. This operation nourishes and waterproofs the wood, while preserving its natural and authentic appearance.
In case of significant stains on your parquet floor, you can use an intensive cleaner for oiled parquet floors, then apply a natural soap using a microfibre mop. If more significant damage is found, localised sanding and a new application of oil will be necessary.

Professional interview on parquet flooring methodology

If you want to entrust the mission of restoring your parquet floor, it is essential that the following methodology is integrated by the professional in order to guarantee perfect success.

Initial diagnosis and choice of method
Before any intervention, an experienced professional will carry out a complete diagnosis of the condition of your parquet floor. He will assess the existing finish, the degree of wear and any damage in order to determine the most suitable maintenance method.
Deep cleaning/sanding and preparation of the parquet floor
Using industrial machines such as floor sanders, single-brush machines and specific cleaning products with neutral or solvent-based pH, the professional will carry out a deep cleaning of your floor in order to remove old layers of wax, polymers, etc. If necessary, he can also carry out a light mechanical sanding with flushing grids of different grains to remove old finishing films and prepare the surface. Ventilation and the choice of weather conditions that promote the complete drying of the wood are of course essential. What could be worse than treating wood that is still loaded with residual moisture!
Application of the new finish
Once the parquet floor has been perfectly cleaned and prepared and, above all, perfectly dried, the professional will apply the most suitable new finish: oil, wax or varnish. He will ensure that the product is evenly distributed and that the recommended drying times are respected to guarantee long-lasting protection.
Quality control and maintenance advice
Before returning your parquet, the professional will carry out a final quality control to ensure the uniformity of the finish, the flatness of the floor and the general appearance . He will also provide you with personalized advice on the future maintenance of your parquet depending on its use and exposure.