How to apply Renew to flooringUpdated a month ago

Consult the TDS prior to using Renew. 

Materials needed

• Vacuum
• Surface Care Spray
• Renew
• Paint can opener
• Applicator Set
• Supply of clean terry cloths/towel
• Thick white buffer pads
• Electric floor buffer
• Nitrile Gloves
• Water filled metal can with a lid for safe disposal of oil-contaminated rags and pads.

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Application process

Preparation

1. Clean the floor using Surface Care Spray.
2. Allow the floor to dry completely.
   
   

Application

1. Apply Renew to the perimeter of the room.
2. Allow to react for 3-5 minutes. 
3. Remove excess using a terry cloth within 10-15 minutes.
4. Apply the oil to the field working in 50-100 sq ft section, or an area which allows you to apply Renew and remove the excess within 10-15 minutes.
5. Once the oil has been applied, perform an initial wipe using a buffer with a clean white pad.
6. Finally, perform a final wipe with a clean terry cloth under a white buffer pad.
7. If necessary, remove excess oil from v-grooves, bevels, and holes by hand.
8. Keep working in 50-100 sq ft sections until the floor is finished.

Clean up

1. Tools can be cleaned using Raw Wood Cleaner.

Caution
Rags saturated in oil are combustible and require proper disposal. Here are some oily rags safety tips from the NFPA.

Cure times

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