Can Trade Secret® be used on hard wood floors?

6th November, 2009 - Posted by Meccanator - No Comments

Absolutely! Pets, furniture, children’s toys and all sorts of factors contribute to scratching and damaging wood floors. Trade Secret helps you save, while leaving professional results. Read More

What kind of cloth should be used to apply Trade Secret®?

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Pretty much any cloth will do, but you’ll get the best results with more absorbent cotton cloths.  We suggest SuperWipers superior cotton.  It is also important to use non-colored cloths. Anything with a print, decals or other pigmentation could react with the products. Make sure that there are no buttons or zippers that can harm » Read More

In which order should I use Trade Secret Scratch Remover and Furniture Polish and Cleaner?

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In most cases, it is best to first treat the surface with Scratch Remover because it also conditions the finish. You can maintain the look afterward with the Furniture Polish and Cleaner. Read More

If I spill Trade Secret Scratch Remover on my carpet, is there a product than can be used to remove it?

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Scratch remover stains can usually be removed by employing a fabric spot remover such as Krud Kutter Tough Task Remover. You should use a spot remover designed for oil-based stains. Read More

Can Trade Secret Furniture Polish & Cleaner be used on any type of wood?

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Yes. From the lightest maple and oak to dark mahogany, walnut and even black lacquer. Trade Secret® Furniture Polish is pH balanced and is compatible with any color. Read More

How often can I use Trade Secret furniture polish?

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As often as you want. Trade Secret® contains no waxes, acids or silicones and won’t harm the surface. There’s no waxy yellow build-up. Read More

Why is Trade Secret better than other furniture cleaners and polishes?

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Trade Secret® Furniture Polish and Cleaner contains no acid, wax or silicone. These products are present in almost all maintenance products for wood and all are detrimental to finished furniture. Trade Secret prevents cracking and yellowing and leaves no waxy, yellow build-up. Having been used for over 50 years by professionals in the furniture industry, » Read More

What is the purpose of a finish coating on wood?

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Beautify. Many years ago, people discovered that wood looked better with the addition of color (stain). the earliest stains were made from natural or vegetable ingredients. Modern times have produced a wide range of colors dispersed in solvent or water base to stain wood. In addition to color the wood beauty will be enhanced with » Read More

What is the purpose of a furniture polish and cleaner?

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Wood dries out over time and the natural oils evaporate. If these oils are not replaced, wood can become dry and brittle and absorbs moisture through the air. Moisture will expand dry wood, and, over a period of time, this shrinking and expanding may cause cracks and checks on the wood surface and can loosen » Read More

Why should furniture polish be silicone-free?

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Silicone oil is an ingredient used in most commercial furniture polishes to impart a high degree of shine. Unfortunately, by raising the shine it can alter the apearance of the furniture permanently beyond what the manufacturer intended. Silicone penetrates into the finish and is virtually impossible to remove. Over time it can weaken the molecular » Read More

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