Strip and Wax Floors
Professional Strip and Wax Floors Service for a Clean, Lasting Shine
Strip and wax floors is a two part process. First, old wax and built up grime are removed from the floor. Then a fresh coat of wax is applied to bring back shine and protect the surface underneath. This service is used most often on VCT, short for vinyl composite tile, the kind of flooring found in office lobbies, school hallways, medical buildings, and many older Atlanta homes with basements or laundry rooms.
Floors that have not been stripped in a while often show a dull, cloudy finish, sticky spots near entrances, or a white powdery film that sticks to shoes. These are signs the old wax has broken down and needs to come off before a new coat is applied. Waiting too long can let dirt and grit work into the tile itself, which shortens the life of the floor.
Who Needs Strip and Wax Service?
This work serves both business owners and homeowners across Metro Atlanta. Office managers, retail store owners, restaurant owners, and property managers with VCT flooring in lobbies, hallways, or break rooms rely on regular strip and wax service to keep their space looking cared for and to reduce slip hazards. OSHA’s walking working surfaces standard, 29 CFR 1910.22, requires floors in workplaces to be kept clean and free of recognized hazards, and a worn, sticky, or uneven wax finish can create exactly that kind of risk.
Homeowners with vinyl or linoleum floors also use this service, usually in basements, laundry rooms, or older kitchens where the original flooring has never been fully restored.
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Your Trusted Strip & Wax Experts: Serving Atlanta and Surrounding Areas
Georgia Marble Services brings professional floor stripping and waxing to homes and businesses across Atlanta and its surrounding communities. Our team travels throughout the greater Atlanta area, handling both residential and commercial jobs with the same level of care and attention to detail.
From busy office corridors with heavy daily foot traffic to retail and dining spaces that see constant use, we understand that every property has different needs. Lobby floors, entryways, and high-traffic commercial spaces all require a tailored approach to keep them looking their best.
Georgia’s climate adds its own challenges. Humidity slows wax curing time, and seasonal pollen and grit tracked in from outside during spring and fall create extra wear near entryways. Rather than sticking to a rigid, one-size-fits-all schedule, our team adjusts timing and product selection to match local conditions ensuring a lasting, high-quality finish every time.
Our Floor Stripping and Waxing Services Step by Step
Every job starts with a short inspection and a free test spot, so you can see the result before committing to full service. From there, the floor is cleared and prepped, and a stripping solution is applied and allowed to dwell so it can break down the old wax layer. The loosened wax and dirt, often called slurry, is then lifted with a floor machine and black stripping pad and removed with a wet vacuum.
The floor is neutralized and rinsed next. This step matters more than most people realize. If leftover stripper is not fully neutralized, new wax will not bond properly and can peel or look uneven within weeks. Once the floor is dry, wax is applied in thin, even coats, with drying time between each layer to build a durable, glossy finish.
How We Work, The Equipment Behind Every Job
Every project follows the same careful approach, no matter the size of the space or the type of property. Our technician arrives on time, walks the floor with you, and confirms the plan before any equipment comes off the truck. We use a low speed floor machine fitted with black stripping pads to loosen old wax without damaging the tile underneath, along with a wet and dry vacuum to lift the stripped solution and slurry as we go, so the floor stays as dry as possible during the process. A dedicated neutralizing solution is used after stripping to bring the floor back to a normal pH before wax goes down, which is the step most DIY jobs skip and the reason most DIY finishes fail early.
For larger commercial spaces, an auto scrubber speeds up both the stripping and rinsing stages while keeping results even across wide open areas like lobbies and hallways. Mop buckets, applicators, and drying fans round out the equipment list, and our technician wears proper protective gear, including gloves and eye protection, on every job. All equipment is cleaned and maintained after each project, so the tools that show up at your property are in good condition.
Why Choose Us
When selecting a provider for marble services, Georgia Marble Services is the best decision you can make. We believe in building relationships with our clients based on trust and reliability. We prioritize clear communication and transparency. Choose us for your marble services and experience the artistry of marble in every detail. Trust us to enhance the beauty and value of your space. Feel the difference firsthand.
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Why Professional Strip and Wax Beats DIY
Doing it yourself stripping often runs into trouble. Using the wrong stripper for the floor type can cause discoloration or damage to grout lines. Leaving strippers on too long, or not long enough, leads to patchy results. Skipping the neutralizing step is one of the most common reasons a fresh wax job fails early. With over a decade of hands-on experience, our technician has seen these problems firsthand and knows how to avoid them.
stripping and waxing floors Pricing in Atlanta and Near by Area
VCT strip and wax service is priced at two dollars per square foot, with no minimum service fee. The exact cost depends on the floor’s condition, how many old wax layers need to come off, and total square footage. Every project starts with a free estimate and a free test spot, and no deposit is required to book.
For businesses that want floors maintained on a regular basis, we offer monthly maintenance contracts that include a service warranty, so your floors stay in consistent condition without repeated one time bookings.
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Why you Choose Georgia Marble Services
Every job is handled personally by the owner. There are no subcontractors, so the same experienced technician who gives your estimate is the one doing the work. Georgia Marble Services carries one million dollars in liability insurance and has served Atlanta and the surrounding metro area — including Buckhead, Vinings, Sandy Springs, Brookhaven, Dunwoody, Roswell, Alpharetta, Johns Creek, and many surrounding communities for 10 years.
Every job is treated as a priority. Tell us your timeline and we’ll get to you as soon as we can — there’s no rush fee and no emergency premium, whatever the schedule. Call for a free estimate and a free test spot on your floor.
Frequently Asked Question
Cost depends on the size of the area, the marble’s current condition, and whether it needs cleaning only or cleaning plus polishing, honing, or sealing. Most Atlanta stone care companies offer a free in-home estimate before quoting a price, since etched or heavily stained marble often costs more to restore than routine cleaning.
For residential floors, every 1–3 years is typical. High-traffic commercial spaces like lobbies, hotels, and retail floors often need polishing more frequently — sometimes quarterly or semi-annually — because of heavier foot traffic and grit.
Yes, in most cases. Polishing combined with honing removes surface-level stains, etch marks, and dullness caused by acidic spills or worn traffic patterns. Deeper damage or holes may require the surface to be leveled down further to restore a flat, reflective finish.
This varies by product and traffic level, but many professional-grade sealers are designed to last one to several years. Some companies pair their sealing service with a maintenance cleaner and a multi-year labor warranty as long as it’s used correctly.
It’s not recommended. Using the wrong chemicals, tools, or methods can damage the stone or grout underneath and create a bigger, more expensive problem. A trained stone technician can safely strip old sealer or wax without harming the marble.
Yes. Marble showers are especially prone to soap scum, mineral buildup, and mold in the grout and caulk lines due to constant moisture. Professional cleaning removes buildup and sanitizes the surface, and damaged caulk is often replaced with a flexible, mold-resistant sealant.
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