All used floor waxes should be disposed of properly.
Is floor wax harmful.
Cresol which can cause liver and kidney damage if inhaled over extended periods of time formaldehyde which has been linked to everything from asthma to reproductive problems to cancer is also a key floor wax ingredient that should be avoided whenever possible.
Not all of these treatments are harmful.
In normal conditions this is not an issue.
To prevent mold you should make sure your wood has been kiln dried and kept dry at the store and onsite.
Ironically the wax also acts as a natural hypoallergenic for other forms of allergic reactions.
It is rich in fatty acids good for brain function and the skin.
Inhaling floor stripping fumes may cause dizziness nausea headaches chest pains and coughing according to cleaning pro.
This water based carnauba wax emulsion can protect most interior floor surfaces.
While formaldehyde used to be the primary preservative used in floor waxes antimicrobial agents that are not known to cause health risks related to prolonged exposure have replaced it.
Enhancement and protection for flooring bioshield wax finish is an enviromentally friendly alternative to waxing a floor that keeps it protected and shining brighter with a classic wax luster.
Unless of course you happen to suffer from an allergy.
Despite the presence of preservatives avoid cross contamination of used and new floor waxes.
My first exposure to floor wax made me very ill with respiratory effects that took a good three months to get over.
Something must be done to protect people who have these kinds of reactions to the floor care chemicals.
The fumes released by floor stripping chemicals are toxic inducing a variety of health complaints and making the use of protective masks and proper ventilation imperative.
However if you re allergic to the wax then you should avoid food products that contain the wax altogether.
Floor waxes use ingredients like polymer emulsions urethane and resins to achieve the best polish but some also use non toxic water borne polyurethanes for glossier finishes across large surfaces.
Wood also has a higher possibility of harboring mold than less porous materials.
I didn t report it or get checked out at that time.