Both wax and oil do not create strong surface protection on hardwood floor. Hardwax oil finish create a more protective finish to the flooring surface than both oil and wax while having a more natural character than a product such as polyurethane. Hardwax will color the surface slightly. Hardwax is not the ideal product for heavy traffic areas such as doorways. So if you are looking for a 0 VOC product on hardwood in lower traffic areas, consider hardwax oil for your hardwood flooring.