How to Use Quick Shine® Deep Cleaner Like a Pro
Are your floors in need of a refresh? If you’re ready to bring back that WOW factor, Quick Shine® Deep Cleaner/Wax Remover is here to help! Whether you need to remove old layers of floor finish or tackle years of buildup, follow our step-by-step guide for the best results and learn how to use Quick Shine Deep Cleaner like a pro.
Why Use Quick Shine® Deep Cleaner?
Quick Shine® Deep Cleaner was specifically formulated to deep clean and safely remove our Quick Shine® Floor Finish, as well as other waxes and finishes—without damaging sealed hardwood floors, polyurethane seal, or other sealed hard floor surfaces.
Step-by-Step Guide to Using Quick Shine® Deep Cleaner
Follow these six simple steps to restore your floors:
1. Dilute the Deep Cleaner in HOT Water
Mix Quick Shine® Deep Cleaner in a bucket with hot water—the hotter, the better! Hot water increases the cleaner’s effectiveness for breaking down layers of finish. Small batches help keep the water hot!
2. Apply in Small Sections
Use a sponge mop or the Quick Shine® Hardwood Floor Mop to apply the solution. Work in small 5’x5’ sections to make removal and clean-up more manageable.
3. Let the Solution Sit (But Don’t Let It Dry!)
Allow the solution to sit for a few minutes to break down the finish. Caution: Do not let it dry on the floor—if it starts to dry, add a little warm water to keep the surface wet.
4. Watch for the Milky White Film
As the Quick Shine® Floor Finish lifts from your floor, it will turn into a milky white film. This indicates that the removal process is working!
5. Scrub Away the Finish
Use our microfiber scrubber pad to agitate the area. Elbow grease may be needed to remove stubborn dirt and multiple layers of finish.
6. Rinse and Repeat
Once the finish is removed, rinse the area with clean, warm water and allow it to dry before moving to the next section. Repeat steps 1-6 for the entire floor.
Extra Tips for Stubborn Build-Up
- For heavy layers of finish, a second treatment may be necessary.
- Increase dilution from 1 cup per gallon to 2-3 cups per gallon for a stronger cleaning solution.
- One bottle of Deep Cleaner makes 3.5 gallons (at 1 cup per gallon), covering up to 500 square feet.
Bring Back the Shine with Quick Shine® Floor Finish
Once your floors are completely dry, apply a fresh coat of Quick Shine® Floor Finish or Quick Shine® Hardwood Floor Luster to restore their shine. Your floors will look like new again!
Need Help? Contact Us!
If you have any questions about using Quick Shine® Deep Cleaner, leave a comment below, email us, or call us at 1-800-255-1891—we’re happy to help!
I will never,never, never wil use this product again. I use it in my one year old floor and it did not dry evenly. It is shinny in some places and dull in others. Iam so afraid to use the quick shine deep cleaner to remove this product and damage my floors. Buyer do some research before using this product.
Hi,
We are sorry to hear you did not achieve satisfactory results. Quick Shine Deep Cleaner was specifically formulated to safely remove our Finish from any hard floor surface without damaging the polyurethane or factory finish. Simply apply the Deep Cleaner and let sit for 2-3 minutes, then mop away the solution. You should be able to see if the residue is off of the floor. Finish with a clean water rinse to bring your floors back to their original condition. For additional assistance please contact customer service at 800-255-1891. We are always happy to help!
Don’t be afraid to use it. It works!!!! I used it to take the wax completely off the floor and it came up without any trouble. I will never apply wax to the floor again
Problem is the retail store(home depot)does not sell the deep cleaner.it was the worse product i used and now you want me to spend 50$ For a remover for a bad product you sell?
Hi Patrick,
Thank you for your feedback. If you do not want to purchase our Deep Cleaner, an alternative solution is mix 1 cup of Ammonia with 1/2 gallon of HOT water and apply to 5′ section at a time. Let solution sit 3-4 minutes and mop away. This method has worked for other consumers with similar issues. If you need further assistance, please email us at marketing@hollowayhouse.net and we are happy to help.
I have used quick shine on my laminate wood flooring several times. It works wonders and truly makes the flooring look better than when I purchased it 6 years ago. The only issue I have is the flooring leaves scruff marks easily with a coat of quick shine on it. Is there anyway to prevent this? I have kids so unfortunately scruff marks are impossible to prevent but I would at least like to know if there’s a way to improve the situation. Thanks for a great product!
Hi Norman,
Try to keep heavy objects from moving across the floor for the first few days after applying a new coat of Finish. During the curing process, the Finish is more easily scuffed.
Hello, apply several layers of your product to achieve the shine I wanted … but I noticed that there was some dust left in a small area … therefore I cleaned it with a cloth dampened with water … and the floor was stained !!! Do I have to remove all the product just for that small area ??? Or how do I fix this stain without having to remove the product from the entire floor?
Hi Martha,
You can spot treat that affected area with a mixture of 2-3 tbsp. of Ammonia and 1 cup of HOT water. Apply solution and let sit 2-3 minutes before wiping away. Once the Finish has been removed, you can reapply a new coat to that area and blend. You may add a few coats to achieve the same gloss level as the rest of the floor. This method has worked for many consumers with similar issues.
I am currently using your deep cleaner to remove the quick shine that was applied to our laminate flooring. The deep cleaner is working well in some spots, but then in others there is a white residue that won’t come up. Do you have any advice for how to get it removed?
Hi Hayley,
For the more difficult areas, we recommend applying more solution, let sit 2-3 more minutes and rinse away with clean water. You may have layers to get through still.
I used 0000 grade steel wool for the more difficult area that stayed milky white while using the Deep Cleaner. I only had to gently rub the steel wool. I used a microfiber applicator normally used for windows to apply the Deep Cleaner. I had many layers and years of Quick Shine wax on my floors that the housekeepers used. Now, my floors appear brand new.
Hi, I used Quik Sine on new laminated floor and some areas do not look good, how can I remove it. Also, I have dogs and it’s difficult to clean paw stains and water marks, do you recommend something?
Thanks
Hi Maria,
We recommend removing our Finish from your floors with Quick Shine Deep Cleaner. This product was formulated to remove our Finish without affecting the original factory finish. This product is available online at http://www.walmart.com or on our website. Simply apply the Deep Cleaner and let sit for 2-3 minutes, then mop away the solution. You should be able to see if the residue is off of the floor. Finish with a clean water rinse to bring your floors back to their original condition. If paw prints occur almost immediately after application, the finish may not be fully dry or cured. It is important to dry dust only the first week after applying our Finish. Wipe spills immediately to avoid spotting. For additional assistance please contact customer service at 800-255-1891. We are always happy to help!
Oh, thank goodness. I’m glad I found this post. I just had new laminate hardwood flooring put down and my niece went to clean the house for move-in called Buona but then she put down quick shine my floors look horrible. There is a film over them and white chalky stuff everywhere. Now I know how to remove it. You really need to put a warning on quick shine to let people know that it is not for using on laminate hardwood flooring
Your product on laminate hardwood flooring create a catastrophe in one’s home.
But, to be honest, I have no idea what your product is
Hi Jim,
We are glad you found this post too! Quick Shine is a pH neutral water based finish designed to provide a restored, protective shine and is safe for laminate, hardwood, tile and other hard surface floors. We have found that some cleaners are not compatible with Quick Shine as they contain a lot of surfactant which can leave residue behind that interferes with the way our product adheres to the floor surface. It is best to start with a damp mop, clean water rinse to assure the floor is properly cleaned prior to using Quick Shine. You can safely remove any residue or compromised finish from your laminate floors with our Quick Shine Deep Cleaner as this post has mentioned. Please let us know if you have any additional questions. We are always happy to help!
Dear Steven,
Can the Deep Cleaner be used on vinyl or LVT?
Thank you,
Lisa
Hi Lisa,
Absolutely! Quick Shine is pH neutral and safe for any sealed hard surface flooring including the new Luxury Vinyl floors.
How can I remove quick shine from our countertop?
Hi Julie,
We recommend using Windex or Formula 409 to remove our Finish from your countertops. Simply spray and let sit 1 minute before wiping away. This method has worked for other consumers with the same issue.
In applying the quickshine after the cleaner some of the polish got on a white leather hassock leaving a “waxy” spot. What can I do to remove without damaging the leather?
Help!
Regards
Irv
Hi Irv,
We recommend spraying Formula 409 or Windex (with Ammonia) on the overspray. Allow solution to sit 1-2 minutes then wipe clean with a damp cloth. This method has worked for other consumers with similar issues.
I use Quick Shine floor luster on my engineered hardwood floors all the time. I love the product but now need a deep clean. Can I use the deep cleaner on the engineered hardwood too? I am afraid of stripping off the finish. Please advise.
Hi Linda,
Yes, Quick Shine Deep Cleaner is safe for any sealed hard surface flooring and cannot remove a factory finish or polyurethane coating. Our Deep Cleaner was specifically formulated to remove our water-based finishes.
Will Quick Shine Deep Cleaner safely remove Quick Shine Multi-Surface Floor Finish from vinyl wood look flooring?
Yes, Quick Shine Deep Cleaner was specifically formulated to safely remove our Finish from any sealed hard surface flooring including the newer luxury vinyl plank.
Hola, soy nueva usando su producto, los pisos me quedaron bellos, solo queria saber cuanto dura el efecto del brillo, como limpio ahora mi piso semanalmente?, lo barro y le paso un coleto solo con agua? o todas las semanas debo usar el hardwood floor luster? gracias por su ayuda.
Hi Elsy,
We recommend maintaining the shine by cleaning weekly with Quick Shine Floor Cleaner (blue label). You only need to reapply the Finish every 2-6 months when needed as the shine lasts a really long time.
Will Quick Shine Cleaner remove water spots from Quick Shine on hardwood floor? The hardwood floor does not have a poly finish.
Hi Ray,
Quick Shine Cleaner can remove surface spots from a sealed hardwood floor. If the floor is unsealed, our water based cleaner is not recommended.