Water-Based Buffable Floor Finish- A water based emulsion coating whose appearance and/or gloss may be improved through mechanical action. The primary film forming ingredients in this type of product are usually waxes.

Water-Based Self-Polishing- A water based polish, not necessarily an emulsion, which dried to a shine without mechanical action.

Water-Based Urethane- A colloidal dispersion of isocyanate containing polymers noted for casting very tough and flexible films. The major benefit obtained from this material is abrasion resistance.

Wax- A low melting compound of high molecular weight similar in composition to fats and oils. There are two types: Natural (animal and vegetable derived) and Synthetic (such as polymers of ethylene). The wax functions as a film in floor polishes to help prevent scuffs and black marks and as a slip resistance moderator.

Wax Emulsion- A stable mixture of one or more waxy materials helps in a water suspension through the use of emulsifiers, surfactants or soaps.

Wetting- Ability of a floor finish or cleaner to spread over substrate during application.