A cleaner with ammonia in it will cut thru wax. Try spraying Windex, or buy some "sudsy ammonia" in the cleaning supply aisle of your local grocery.

My heart pine floors were stained a dark color and finished with three coats of oil based polyurethane. When I look at the floor at an angle I can see differences in the sheen in different areas (The floors were done in satin). It looks like it changes every 6 feet or so. As if it was put down in stages. Any thoughts on how uniform a finish should be and whether anything can be done to minimize this? I don't think it was the stain going on differently because when I look at the room as a whole from a distance the color looks uniform. It is very noticable when you stand over it and look down. In addition, there are circular marks from the sanding that can be seen if you look closely.

wannabath - you are absolutely correct. You get what you pay for. But I had floors refinished in my old home many years back. Also oil finish and no issues like this. My project is a kitchen renovation being overseen by a GC. (My cabinets and countertops were ordered and installed through a cabinet maker.) Everything else organized through the GC. It is the flooring guy he uses on all his jobs. I installed new wood and had it sanded and finished, so I don't have a px just for refinishing....I'm not saying all cleanup would be as meticulous as Lyndee Lee...and I am not expecting perfection...but he was definitely sloppy, He created all the dust, he should have done a better job cleaning it. He was also a little careless with my cabinets. Some small bangs/chips, some polyurethane splashed up on the bottom of my cabinets. Why wouldn't he cover the bottoms with some painter's tape? He only covered the bottom openings for dust. No protection from the liquids...and I asked him about it. He said not to worry, only the very bottom of the cabinet base will get some stain (and thankfully no toe kicks are installed yet). Well that was clearly not the case. **I am glad to hear you think the bubbles and nibs will flatten out over time. That is what I am most concerned about.** The flooring guy is very nice, but I realized I am not happy with the caliber of his work. No sense to make him come back and redo. it probably wouldn't be any better,...and then I run the risk of more potential damage to my new cabinets. I would rather live with it as is...and for some reason if it doesn't improve down the line, I will do my own research and select my own flooring person.

Here's what I could find out about the OP's choice: Legno Bastone- Guiseppina European materials made in Europe (which explains the price tag!) 13mm thick (1/2") 180mm wide (7") 1950mm longest length (6.4') UV Cured Hardwax Oil Finish The installation instructions state this floor can be glued, floated or nailed. If nailing down, you will need to assume the use of glue-assist because of the width of these planks. A full spread glue is probably your best option (pricey as it may be). The MAINTENANCE is always what I'm after when dealing with a hardwax Finish. The manufacturer prefers OSMO products (mentions it 9-10 times in the Residential Care link) http://www.legnobastone.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Legno-Bastone-Inc-Residential-Care-Instructions-01-02-2018.pdf I ALWAYS suggest a coat of maintenance oil once the floor has been laid...just before you move back into the house. This is a common requirement for COMMERCIAL installations. The reason: these floors can look THIRSTY fresh out of the box. And if they have been exposed to remodeling activity, they can get a little worn even before you move in. To prevent owner upset, it is well worth it to have the maintenance oil put down 1-2 days before the furniture goes back in. That way you have the freshest floor finish possible. And if you are going to do the maintenance yourself, it is a GREAT TIME to have the professionals SHOW YOU what to do and how to do it. This takes all the stress out of owning oiled floors. And PLEASE purchase EVERY SINGLE OSMO item listed in the maintenance link! Get everything ready BEFORE the floor needs it! And I mean everything. That way you are READY and able when life hits the fan!