You Ask, We Answer: Quick Shine® Q & A
Quick Shine® Floor Care products are fantastic tools to revive and keep your floors looking new again! Just like any other household product, customers might have some questions about it. So today we are covering some common questions asked by our consumers.
Q: Where can I find your Quick Shine® Floor Finish or Quick Shine® Hardwood Floor Luster product?
A: Our Floor Finish and Hardwood Luster are in most major retailers and some of your local ones as well. Check out our Store Locator to see all the retailers where you can purchase our product.
Q: When I was applying the Floor Finish to my floors, I sat the bottle on my table and it has dripped onto the surface. How can I get this off without damaging my table?
A: Anytime you accidentally get any drops of our Floor Finish or Hardwood Floor Luster on your table or counter, even after it’s dried, you can use Windex or Formula 409 to remove it. Spray it on the area, let it sit for a minute or so then wipe it up with a damp cloth or sponge. This method also works for customers who might have any over-splash on the bottom of their walls or appliances when applying the Floor Finish or Hardwood Luster on their floors.
Q: What can I use to clean my floors with after I’ve applied the Quick Shine® Floor Finish?
A: Routine cleaning using our Quick Shine® Multi-Surface Floor Cleaner via our Multi-Surface Spray Mop and microfiber pad is the best process. However, after applying the Floor Finish we recommend waiting 4-5 days before using the cleaner on your floors to give it time to fully cure. You can always dust mop during the first few days to keep your floors free of dirt and debris.
Q: I used the Floor Cleaner on my floors, but they are not shiny. The bottle says Quick Shine® so can you help me understand what went wrong?
A: This is a common misconception. Quick Shine® is the brand name of our Floor Care products line; however depending on what your floor care needs are will depend on which Quick Shine® product you’d want to use. If you are looking for a floor cleaner, you can use our Quick Shine® Floor Cleaner or Quick Shine® Hardwood Floor Cleaner as a regular cleaning agent. If you are looking to give your floors a shine or to revive your hardwoods, you can use our Quick Shine® Floor Finish or Quick Shine® Hardwood Floor Luster to give your floors that WOW factor.
Q: I applied the Quick Shine® Floor Finish to my floor and now, it looks streaky and cloudy. What did I do wrong?
A: Streaking is usually caused by a few issues: 1.) Not enough product was initially applied and you can correct that with an additional coat; 2.) There was residue on the floor before the Floor Finish was applied. For example, other brand floor cleaning agents, or a vinegar solution; 3.) The same applicator pad used to clean your floors is being used to apply the Floor Finish; 4.) Not allowing sufficient time before applying subsequent coats; 5.) Trying to apply too many coats in a short period of time, not allowing each coat to dry completely.
You can also check out more FAQ’s here. If you have any other questions, please feel free to browse through our previous blog posts as you might find a topic covering your needs, or you can also email or call our Customer Service M-F at 1-800-255-1891 from 8am to 4:30pm EST. Holloway House is a family company and we are always here to help!
How do I remove dried on Quick Shine from my microfiber mop? Laundering it and Goo Gone have not worked. I hate to throw out my mop after one application!
Hi Clare,
We recommend soaking the pad in ammonia and hot water for 45 minutes and rinse with clear water. The ammonia will liquefy the finish from the stiffened pad and soften the fibers again. This method has worked for many consumers with similar issues. For additional assistance, please contact customer service at 800-255-1891. We are always happy to help!
I don’t a buffing pad so what’s the closes thing i can use too buff it.
Hi Jose,
Quick Shine Floor Finish does not need to be buffed like a wax. Simply squirt and spread for a gorgeous shine that will last for months. Maintain the shine with Quick Shine Multi-Surface Floor Cleaner. We recommend to reapply Quick Shine Finish every 2-6 months to refresh your floors. For more information, please contact customer service at 800-255-1891. We are always happy to help!
Can I use Quick Shine Floor Cleaner on my wood cabinets
Hi Shelly,
Yes, Quick Shine Floor Cleaner is pH neutral and can be used to clean a variety of hard surfaces including cabinetry if you wish. For additional questions, please contact customer service at 800-255-1891. We are always happy to help!
I wonder if a thicker mop pad would prevent the smears that are left on real wood floors, because they are naturally uneven. I clean houses and I can’t always mop in the direction of the boards. Using any spray mop will make your back hurt. Somebody please invent a better mop or pad.
Hi Priscilla,
Have you tried our Quick Shine Hardwood Floor Mop Pad? Our thick pad is the perfect applicator for applying Quick Shine.
Is the lemon oil safe for use on bamboo floors?
Hi Jen,
No we do not recommend using our Holloway House Lemon Oil on your floors as they will become slippery. Lemon Oil works best on cabinetry, furniture and fine wood. We recommend using Quick Shine Hardwood Floor Luster on your bamboo floors. This product will provide a durable, protective shine to any sealed hardwood floor surface. For more information, please contact us at 800-255-1891. We are always happy to help!
Can Quick Shine be used on hardwood laminate flooring.
When I bought the flooring I was told to only use Bona or I would lose my warranty.
My niece did not know and used Quick Shine in my bedroom.
The bedroom floor is beautiful!
Should I revert back to Bona?
Hi JD,
It is important to stay with one brand for best results. Now that you have achieved the WOW factor with Quick Shine, we recommend maintaining your floors with Quick Shine Floor Cleaner. Our pH neutral cleaner will not dull the Finish where Bona may not be compatible and haze. For more information, please contact customer service at 800-255-1891. We are always happy to help!
Please help..I absolutely love quick shine products and have used them for many years but the last time I used the floor cleaner and floor finish they left my floors slippery .. I always use two different cloths when doing my floors so what have I done wrong this time?
Hi Marie,
Quick Shine Floor Finish contains anti-slippage agents in the formula so it should not feel slippery. It is possible the Finish did not adhere properly to the floor and bond. For your safety, we recommend removing the Finish and starting fresh again. We recommend using Quick Shine Deep Cleaner to remedy the situation. Simply dilute our Deep Cleaner with hot water and apply to 5′ sections at a time. Allow solution to sit for 3-4 minutes and mop away. You can also just spot treat the affected area. Quick Shine Deep Cleaner is only available online at this time at http://www.quickshine.net or http://www.walmart.com. For more information, please contact customer service at 800-255-1891. We are always happy to help!
I’ve use quick shine finish for 20 years. On old hard word floors that had a carpet over them for fifteen years. The house was 50 years old when I bought I pulled the rugs clean the floor for days . Then I put the floor shine cleaner omg every time someone visited me they would say I see you had to sand those floors . Never ever did I do anymore but quick floor shine . I post pictures on fb e every one on my family uses it I’m a commercial for you. My question is we just bought a new new house with laminate floors . Can I still use my quick shine finish? In all honesty I never used the cleaner I had a horrible built up of 20 years I had to strip my floors.
Hi Maria,
Yes, Quick Shine Floor Finish is safe to use on laminate floors too! It is important to damp mop your floors first to remove surface soil so you are not trapping dirt under the finish. Once Quick Shine Finish has been applied, simply maintain the shine by periodically dry dusting and damp mop with Quick Shine Cleaners for heavier soil. You can touch up the finish when needed but the general rule of thumb is every 2-6 months to avoid over using it. For more information, please contact customer service at 800-255-1891. We are always happy to help!
I applied first coat of Quickshine on my porcelain Tile with a microfiber mop and waited an hour. I wanted more shine so I rinsed the microfiber mop, put some more Quickshine directly on the floor. However, as I attempt to spread the 2nd coat of Quickshine, it starts to peel off the 1st application. What am I doing wrong? This us the 2nd time this happens.
Hi Liliana,
If the first application is coming back up, it most likely did not adhere properly to the floor surface. What did you clean your floors with prior to applying the first coat? Some cleaners that are loaded with fragrance and surfactant can leave behind residue and that could be the issue. Let the finish dry overnight and try one more application tomorrow to see if it fixes the issue. If you need to remove the finish completely, we recommend using Quick Shine Deep Cleaner. Quick Shine Deep Cleaner is only available online at this time at http://www.quickshine.net or http://www.walmart.com. For more information, please contact customer service at 800-255-1891. We are always happy to help!
How do I remove quick shine to reapply a new coat due to a scuff mark?
Hi Vince,
We recommend using Quick Shine Deep Cleaner to remedy the situation. Simply dilute our Deep Cleaner with hot water and apply to 5′ sections at a time. Allow solution to sit for 3-4 minutes and mop away. You can also just spot treat the affected area. Quick Shine Deep Cleaner is only available online at this time at http://www.quickshine.net or http://www.walmart.com. For more information, please contact customer service at 800-255-1891. We are always happy to help!
I have used Quick Shine High Traffic Hardwood Floor Luster on my oak hardwood floors. It produced a nice, high-shine finish, but I would have preferred something not as glossy. I have some dull spots now where my dogs urinated. I can spot finish them with more Quick Shine, but I really cannot achieve a uniform finish for the spots and surrounding areas.
Is there a way to remove all the old Quick Shine finish for the entire floor (it is not a small floor) and start over? And is there another product that will give a matte finish rather than a high gloss finish?
Hi John,
We recommend using Quick Shine Deep Cleaner to remove our Finish so you can start fresh with a clean floor. Simply dilute our Deep Cleaner with hot water and apply to 5′ sections at a time. Allow solution to sit for 3-4 minutes and mop away. You can also just spot treat the affected areas where your pets urinated. Quick Shine Deep Cleaner is only available online at this time at http://www.quickshine.net or http://www.walmart.com. Once the other products are removed and your floor is clean, we recommend Quick Shine Floor Finish to restore the color and beauty to your bamboo floors. For more information, please contact customer service at 800-255-1891. We are always happy to help!
Due you need to shake quickshine multi-surface floor finish?..
Hi Allen,
No, you do not need to shake Quick Shine before use. Simply squirt, spread and allow to dry 30-45 minutes before allowing foot or pet traffic on the floor.
What is the best way to fix scuff marks in Quick Shine without redoing the entire floor?
Hi Jennifer,
We recommend using Quick Shine Deep Cleaner to remedy the situation. Simply dilute our Deep Cleaner with hot water and apply to small sections at a time. Allow solution to sit for 3-4 minutes and mop or wipe away. Quick Shine Deep Cleaner is only available online at this time at http://www.quickshine.net or http://www.walmart.com. For more information, please contact customer service at 800-255-1891. We are always happy to help!
How can I take off the wooden floor the Floor Finish product ? From Quick Shine
Hi Belem,
We recommend using Quick Shine Deep Cleaner to remove our Finish. Simply dilute our Deep Cleaner with hot water and apply to small sections at a time. Allow solution to sit for 3-4 minutes and mop or wipe away. Quick Shine Deep Cleaner is only available online at this time at http://www.quickshine.net or http://www.walmart.com. For more information, please contact customer service at 800-255-1891. We are always happy to help!
Can I use a small floor buffer after applying Quick Shine Multi-Surface to give it an even high gloss or will it damage the finish?
Hi William,
We do not recommend buffing Quick Shine as it could compromise the shine. If a higher gloss is desired, multiple coats can be applied. We recommend no more than 3 coats per day until you reach the gloss level you are trying to achieve. For additional questions, please contact customer service at 800-255-1891. We are always happy to help!
I used quick shine finish and now my floors look streaky and cloudy. How can I correct that? Thanks in advantage.
Hi Glenda,
We recommend using Quick Shine Deep Cleaner to remedy the situation. Simply dilute our Deep Cleaner with hot water and apply to small sections at a time. Allow solution to sit for 3-4 minutes and mop or wipe away. Quick Shine Deep Cleaner is only available online at this time at http://www.quickshine.net or http://www.walmart.com. For more information, please contact customer service at 800-255-1891. We are always happy to help!
Do you need to use quick shine multi- surface floor cleaner before you use multi-surface floor finish on ur floors?
Hi Eric,
No, we do however recommend dry dusting to remove dirt/debris so it does not get “trapped” in the finish. For heavier soil, you can damp mop with tap water prior to applying Quick Shine Floor Finish. For more information, please contact customer service at 800-255-1891. We are always happy to help!