Thread: bees wax

Not really - you can apply some sanding sealer / a dilute mix of shellac.

For the wax a little goes a long way i.e. a little on but lots of buffing.

The sponsor of this bulletin board sells a traditional wax, might be worth a look at.

Straight beeswax is a bad idea, it will be coated in a solid layer of dust in no time.

As carl says throw away the bees wax, as a finish on its own it is useless as it does not harden.

Put a hard durable finish and then maybe some traditional wax to give it a lift.

Wax on a table on its own is no good as you will have food spills and hot plates and this will lift the wax finish.

Originally Posted by Jim Carroll

As carl says

*cough* Andrew *cough*

OOOOPPPPPPPPPPPPPs Soory Andrew slip of the tounge

I don't look like Carl do I? I've still got all my fingers

Traditional wax as made by U-Beaut does not attract dust and has a great smell and you need so little. If you are going to use it wipe it on and then leave for about 10 mins before you buff.

SB

I personally would not use just bees wax on a table as a finish. More to do with what will be the result after some wear are tear.

Firstly your table top is pine.
I would suggest a couple of coats of Estapol (2 pack) but thinned out so it penetrates deep into the timber, light sand between coats. Here I am not concerned with the final finish but timber strengthening and sealing.
Final touch up with either super fine paper or use steel wool.

Now apply your bees wax. There should be enough grain tracks still in the timber to hold the wax and allow for a good buffing.

The estapol will also save from the nasty staining spills that will and do occur.

hi , just like to thank everyone for their input and knowledge , i reckon i will go for an alternative "organoil" ,
from all accounts its a friendlier product and will give me the finish i am after , does anyone have any does or donts with this product , and how long between coats
regards scooner