Polish for Wood Flooring

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 16

Polish for Wood Flooring recipe for a clean and shiny floor

by The Chefin Household

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1/3 cup linseed oil ( food grade )
	1/2 cup beeswax
	2 tablespoons wheat germ oil ( fresh )
	3/4 cup turpentine

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

N/A

Calories

N/A

Sugar

N/A

Fat

N/A

Wood floors are a beautiful addition to any home, providing a warm and inviting atmosphere. However, over time, they can become dull and lose their shine. This is where a good wood floor polish comes in. Commercial floor polishes can be expensive and can contain harsh chemicals that are not good for the environment. This recipe for wood floor polish uses natural ingredients that are safe and effective in keeping your wood floors clean and shiny.

Instructions

1.	In a double boiler, combine the linseed oil, beeswax, and wheat germ oil.
2.	Heat the mixture while stirring occasionally until the beeswax has melted completely.
3.	Remove from heat and add the turpentine.
4.	Stir the mixture until it is well combined.
5.	Pour the mixture into a clean container and allow to cool for 30 minutes before handling.

PROS

This homemade polish is an eco-friendly and affordable way to keep your wood floors clean and shiny.

The mixture uses natural ingredients that are safe for your family and pets.

CONS

The turpentine in this mixture has a strong odor and can be toxic if ingested.

While effective on wood floors, this polish may not work well on other surfaces such as laminate or tile.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this polish does not have any direct health benefits to humans, its natural ingredients make it a better alternative to chemical-based floor polishes.