How-to Make Paste Wax For a Hand Tool woodworking finish - Beeswax and Linseed Oil

[@RandomRockHero]

Mixing ratios in the video are: Soft: 3 parts oil, 1 part wax Medium: 3 parts oil, 2 parts wax ("1/2 cup to 1/3 cup") Hard: 1 part oil, 2 parts wax

[@jonathang.5092]

Thanks for that.

[@thomashverring9484]

Haha, I've just watched it again to get the ratios! I saw your comment a few seconds before the video ended :^)

[@superjeffstanton]

Bump

[@MrRidiculawesome]

Thank you! I got confused when he said, "one third cup" and "one half cup" which in my mind reads as 1-1/3 Cup and 1-1/2 Cup. Some heroes don't wear capes.

[@rama3njoy]

very helpful, thanks

[@lenshandcraftedwoodsigns6033]

I am a wood turner and my mixture that I use most is 1 part bees wax, 1 part carnauba wax 4 parts food safe mineral oil. I put them in small containers like you get sauces in at a Chinese restaurant. It is food safe and by adding carnauba wax it is a little harder. I can us it at the lathe or as a wipe on finish.

[@dustinharber3744]

Im building a piece of furniture and while researching finishes, i figured id see how you make yours. My wife was out grocery shopping and i asked her to grab me some bees was pellets since we already had aome mineral oil at home. I literally just finished making it and its in the fridge curing as im typing this. Love your work, videos and how you dont ever make things complicated. Just straight to the point to help out other folks do the best they can in the craft. I cant wait to apply it to the furniture!

[@RRaucina]

I recall that I used to make a sprayable exterior wood finish with Mineral spirits, linseed oil, vegetable oil and old candles or paraffin. The wax would actually dissolve into the oil without heating it after a few days soak. If I wanted a real tough finish I added a LOT of wax and kept it liquid on a small propane burner, applied it hot with brush or roller. Put it on a wooden bridge - laminated arch pine - still beading up water after 8 years.

[@fiskri94]

Hi Richard, this sounds rather intriguing. Would you happen to be able to point me to a reliable recipe of something similar to what you've described above. It'd sure help me starting out. Thanks.

[@koogle612]

Nice! I just copied a similar version recipe - added D-Limonene as a rot & mold prevention. Per gal mineral spirits add 1 pt boiled linseed oil, 4 oz paraffin and 14 oz of the pure orange oil. Shopped around a little online & priced this out at about 33.00/gal not bad & very high quality. Love to see your bridge design - designed a foot bridge to span a creek maybe 12 ft wide with a subtle asian design. Fun stuff.

[@RRaucina]

@@koogle612 I also add some diesel fuel and if I have it, used hydraulic oil to the mix heavy on candles and paraffin. Orange or lemon oil would be good for odor. I suppose copper sulfate would be great, but never tried it. the deck of my bridge is heart redwood, I did not treat that.

[@Daboresa]

@@RRaucinahey sir could please explain how do you make this mixture sprayable, because most often when you add paraffin the mixture will turn to wax in short time

[@RRaucina]

@@Daboresa I used a metal pump up sprayer and periodically reheated the cannister. Actually the wax dissolves into the thinner and oil and it takes quite a long time for it to gel up. Brushing is indeed easier.

[@dindixie]

May I make a suggestion? If you go to thrift shops, you can usually find crockpots for sale cheap. I use liners for easy clean-up, and have never had a crockpot with wax set on low heat catch fire. A dedicated crockpot for wax recipes is a very nice thing to have.

[@WoodByWright]

I now use a small crock pot for just that. works great!

[@richardtorres9143]

2:43 I’m making a hard wax for lubing saws and planes but trying mineral oil. It doesn’t cure and less expensive. I’ll have to adjust the 2:1 ratio to add more wax I believe.

[@WoodByWright]

I know a few people who like to use that. I find it to be a bit too oily as I like to have a harder wax surface on the block. But different strokes for different folks.

[@arashikashu5421]

As a non-woodworker who has recently picked up the challenge of customizing an unfinished magic wand with all natural ingredients, this channel was a great find. I've only watched two videos thus far, but it's informative, easy to follow, and fun to watch. Looking forward to going through anything else that might be remotely pertinent to my interests.

[@WoodByWright]

Thanks Greg. If you ever have any questions just ask.

[@Woss1964]

I have been using the hard wax to turbocharge my hand saws. Learned that from you.

[@mattnorton5695]

I make two as well one linseed oil and one coconut oil. I also put in a little Sha butter in the coconut oil one. this way I can keep a small bit in my camping bad and use it for just about everything. dry hand chap lips reapplying on my tools. love the stuff.

[@WoodByWright]

I like the homemade lip balm idea. I might have to try that!

[@volcaniadread]

Hi James how are you? i got a big problem, got white mold on my vintage monitors, do you know how can i treat it?

[@WoodByWright]

Sorry I do nto know what you are talking about. are you taking about computer screens?

[@volcaniadread]

hey thanks for the replay :) i got a jbl vintage speakers from wood, they were in my studio which gets very humid in the summer, they got this white mold on them now, when i understood that its from the high humidity i got them out of there ..do you know how should i treat them? thank you

[@WoodByWright]

oh sorry, that makes sense. first, dry them off and clean off the mold with a vinager. bleach is better but will sometimes stain the wood. A light coat of Wipe on Poly urethane and then paste wax will help, but if it remains humid there is not much you can do as mold will grow on any surface eventually.

[@volcaniadread]

thank you!

[@juanandrada6651]

Why no wax from Brazil? Don't get it. I use local wax anyway but curious.

[@WoodByWright]

It is a joke. If you Google "Brazilian wax" you'll see why

[@juanandrada6651]

@@WoodByWright 🤣 Ok, now I know. Had imagined something about killer bees or similar...

[@randyb3347]

Thanks a million! I've been thinking of creating my own vehicle undercoating that adheres well but isn't real tacky to hold dust. Any ideas on what the best ratio to use on the underside of a vehicle would be? Closer to your hard wax I would guess?

[@WoodByWright]

I would use parifin wax just melt it and coat it on. That is the least tacky of the waxes.

[@imortaldeadead]

I've been mixing beeswax with olive oil and grape seed oil. I get a big block of beeswax and have to cut and grade. Putting measured lines on a mason jar, then fill to my 1 cup or 2 cup line with oil. After then I just add my beeswax to my next line so I know I have the right amount. After all that I just put the jar in the hot water with my canning rack on the bottom of the pot(keeps the jar off the bottom) works well for me, then just for my solution into smaller mason jars

[@WoodByWright]

That is a great Idea. I might have to try that. thanks!

[@imortaldeadead]

Wood By Wright forgot, I've added some dyes too. The colour so far turns up more of a hue I'd show you, just don't know how to send a picture to you

[@tomwall2361]

Good stuff! This recipe is a necessity for every single handyperson. I use this for water/rust proofing my stainless steel shelving. Also for re-hydrating/sealing my wooden cutting boards. Instead of boiled linseed oil though, I use beeswax and tung oil (make sure you use real tung oil from a vetted supplier, a lot of companies lie on the labels - just because the words 'tung oil' are on the label doesn't mean it's pure tung oil). I've done a lot of reseach and boiled linseed oil is questionable in terms of food safety. If you're going to use this paste for anything that comes into contact with food, make sure you use regular linseed oil, NOT boiled linseed oil. But even regular linseed oil is questionable from certain manufacturers.

[@512banana1]

Would u recommend mineral oil for food contacted stuff?

[@markturner9293]

@@512banana1 mineral oil is not food safe. Its a petroleum product.

[@512banana1]

@@markturner9293 man i’ve seen countless videos of ppl using it for the chopping board… 😬

[@wchayes8646]

Thank you. I've got two Tanaka chefs knives I want to make my own wax. Thanks again

[@timee16]

Hi, what are the benefits of using an oil in the formula vs a solvent?

[@WoodByWright]

Paste wax would not be paste wax with out oil. but a lot of people like to add a solvent as well to thin it out and make it easer to spread. I have a newer video where I cover that a bit more here. kzbin.info/www/bejne/apycnn2qq9aDb5Y

[@trusch316]

After looking into the confusing world of cutting board finishes, im thinking ill try this. Any idea how long it last / how often to reapply? Also, would this be suitable for wooden spatulas, or wouldd the finish "melt off" when cooking? Both will be made from cherry if that makes a difference.

[@nitanice]

I live on a wee speck of an island where there is no boiled linseed oil or paste wax at the hardware store. but there are bees and bees wax, and there is flax seed oil (didn't know they were the same!) Thank you so much!

[@WoodByWright]

Sweet. Glad I could help. Flax is the common name for plant. But the scientific name starts with Lin.

[@garystewart3423]

Can you really use regular candle wax?

[@WoodByWright]

Yup. You can use most any wax with most any oil.

[@wdean726]

Hey james, how are you? Looking through the comments I wasn't seeing your preference for just a general all-purpose mix. Would you please share with me what you prefer just as making one general mix, thanks-Dean

[@WoodByWright]

Here's an updated video with specific recipes. Particularly the two that I use kzbin.info/www/bejne/apycnn2qq9aDb5Y

[@will1867]

I am definitely going to steal your recipe and make some for my self. I hope you don't mind.thank you for make this video.

[@WoodByWright]

Have fun will be willing to experiment and have fun along the way!

[@FernandoHernandez-oy8uk]

Could you use the thinnest one as a waterproofing for fabrics

[@WoodByWright]

you could use any of them. for that, you just pour it on when it is hot and let it melt in.

[@FernandoHernandez-oy8uk]

Wood By Wright could the one from home depot be used as an edible paste wax also

[@WoodByWright]

no. that has chemical dryers and other additives.

[@kevinh3317]

My stand in for double boiler: metal bowl same size as your pot. Use same as you use your smaller pot, but will have a better seal and won’t risk falling into pot.

[@markharris5771]

I’m the guy who went genuinely Brazilian, a big mistake but not for the reasons many might think. I was told if I added the Brazilian Carnauba wax it would make it harder. It sure does and I'll be letting it down to a useable state for the rest of my life, it’s rock hard! I also have turps in mine, my basic recipe being one part of each, so I'm going to have a to make a soft edible version.

[@mombasadele479]

For a guy who's in to bushcrafting, which one of these recipes would be the go to if you only could choose one? For leather, metal, wood (axes) etc. Soft one?

[@WoodByWright]

The softer version is probably more flexible for most uses. It's a little bit better at rust prevention and oiling.

[@mombasadele479]

Wood By Wright Thanks! I'm thinking of doing a buttery one with 2 parts BLO and 1 part beeswax

[@peterg902]

Hi, which is best for a table saw top or jointer top - for protection and to help with friction? Do you use it on those items yourself, or do you use the Johnson product for those tools?

[@WoodByWright]

I use the hard version there. And yes I have used Johnson's and Minwax. Good stuff.

[@peterg902]

Thanks - and final question: In making paste wax, you said that 'pure' linseed oil takes too long to dry or set. When making paste wax to protect - say a table saw top - would this be the case - and would it instead be better to use linseed oil with a chemical drying agent for this application? What has been your experience?

[@peterg902]

Would the chemical agent linseed oil be better for table saw top protection rather than the raw type, when making wax - as per my previous message?

[@danielsolowiej]

Three good recipes that can be the basis for many experiments. Thanks for sharing

[@WoodByWright]

right on. Thanks Daniel!

[@bougie86]

Definitely will try to make these this weekend. Wish me luck using my wife cooking utensil :)

[@WoodByWright]

Good luck man! I wont tell!

[@princessoflogic]

Cool video thanks...would you know what to add to make a dark wax?

[@WoodByWright]

You can add dyes and pigments to it. I know some people use trans tent dye You just have to be careful using it with your hands then as it will stain your skin. But once it's in the wood and cures it holds very nicely.

[@jmp116]

Do you have to shake the liquid before use?

[@WoodByWright]

The natural raw oil often needs to be mixed but the mixing in the pot normally does it for me.

[@davidsimpson2550]

Nice video! Well executed! I was thinking about making the softer paste wax for my metal tools. Mine are mechanics tools though. Will this still be suitable? If not then would I be better making the same recipe but with a mineral oil instead of the linseed oil?

[@WoodByWright]

I like to use it with raw lensid oil. But mineral oil will work really well too.

[@davidsimpson2550]

@@WoodByWright Thanks I’ll do the same. I wasn’t sure if the linseed approach was because you have lots of wooden components to your tools

[@viscache1]

We make 12 different hardnesses and fragrances of all organic furniture, wood casement and wood floor waxes. It’s great to use the great recipes from the 14th - 16th Century(s). Great technology never goes out of favor. Plus a well maintained waxed wood will last for centuries!

[@WoodByWright]

So true. It is such a flexible substance.

[@dougarnold9337]

Great video! Which recipe would you use for a lubricant, such as lubricating the surface of a table saw, plane or the bottom of a crosscut sled so that it slides easier?

[@WoodByWright]

For that I would use the hard wax.

[@Blakeknight10-78]

Could I use neatsfoot oil?

[@WoodByWright]

you can. it does not polymerize very much so it wouldn't be as good for finished but great for lubrication.

[@suntalunta]

I have followed your guide and I ended up with 3 waxes :) However, I find them quite hard to apply, especially the hard wax. How do you do? Do you use any dissolvant when applying?

[@WoodByWright]

I have since changed my recipe a bit that I use for soft wax. Here's an updated video kzbin.info/www/bejne/apycnn2qq9aDb5Y

[@suntalunta]

@@WoodByWright Thanks!

[@CraftopiaDigitalDesigns]

What sort of oil do you use? And can you melt old candles down to add? I'm looking to create a wax paste, that I can use on crockery and pottery to bring out details. Just found your tutorial. TIA 🙏

[@WoodByWright]

I use raw linseed oil for my hard wax and boiled Lindsey oil for the soft wax for finishing wood. You can use just about whatever wax you want. Most candles are made out of paraffin which is a relatively hard wax.

[@gujit]

is this raw linseed oil or boiled please. thanks

[@WoodByWright]

I use both depending on the use. if it is for a wood finish then I use boiled. if it is for lubrication or rust protection I generally use raw.

[@gujit]

@@WoodByWright aah amazing. I’m planning to remove rust by electrolysis on an old Record No5 plane and spokes have tomorrow. Your videos have been fantastic!

[@florinbulz2398]

hello, what oil are you using?

[@WoodByWright]

I have an updated video with better information on the mixes that I currently use. if I'm using it as a finish I use boiled linseed oil that I make myself. If I'm using it as a lubricant or a rust protector I use raw linseed oil. kzbin.info/www/bejne/apycnn2qq9aDb5Y

[@DaveGardnerMusic]

Thanks for the tutorial. I just tried making my own and it worked great! Smells SOOOO much better than the SC Johnson paste wax. ;) I did a 1:1 mix and it seems good for anti-rust coating tools. Haven't tried it as part of a wood finish yet.

[@WalkerBeeRanch]

is it water proof or resistant?

[@WoodByWright]

That depends on a lot. It will slowly get washed out. But this was used to water proof canvas hundreds of years ago.

[@WalkerBeeRanch]

@@WoodByWright I was going to try and use it to seal and treat the exterior of my bee hives

[@powellc2232]

is there any chance the linseed oil in the paste will spontaneously combust after applied to wood?

[@WoodByWright]

No. The oil by itself will never just spontaneously combust. It has to get over 600 degrees or more depending upon the type of oil. The problem with oil is when it's saturated in a rag. And if the rag is wadded up to the right tightness so that it lets air in for the chemical reaction to take place but not so much that it cools the rack down. Then it can build up enough temperature to actually catch the paper of the rag on fire. The paper has a lower flash point than the oil itself. It's a very specific set of circumstances that have to happen but unfortunately a few wadded up rags in the bottom of a trash can or just about the right circumstances. Thankfully if you break any Link in that chain it won't catch on fire. Most the time I just lay my eggs out flat until they cure and then you can throw them away without a problem.

[@powellc2232]

thanks man, great channel!

[@WoodByWright]

glad I could help.

[@martintheron1386]

Can I use BLO and beeswax on cutting boards? Here in South Africa I enquired about mineral oil,which is suggested for cut.boards and businesses do not know of M.Oil

[@WoodByWright]

If you make the blow yourself or find a natural source for it yes. I wouldn't want to use the store-bought stuff as it has chemical dryers in it

[@shakespeariancopy3053]

Would it work if instead of boiled linseed oil I use Art store linseed oil?

[@WoodByWright]

Sure. Depending upon which style you get it's either boiled or raw. If it's raw it just takes longer to cure so most paint linseed oils are boiled. so it's basically the same thing except it will be much lighter in color. They tend to be bleached so that they do not affect the color of paint that's mixed with it.

[@shakespeariancopy3053]

@@WoodByWright thanks so much!

[@InjectedImages]

Thanks For the vid. I just made a batch and its really nice to spread. Have you ever got the flaxseed oil in the wax go rancid on you? I know raw linseed oil will go rancid eventually, slower if kept in the fridge. Thank!

[@WoodByWright]

No it needs oxygen to do that

[@KagedCreations08XX]

I use a mix like this often, and really like it.

[@WoodByWright]

it is always fun to make something that you like to use!

[@Richard-dh8ny]

Great DIY finish! Which mixture do you recommend for cutting boards? Thanks.

[@WoodByWright]

I usually make a softer one with homemade BLO.

[@Mikhandmaker]

Thank for sharing! Everyday I learn sth new 🤓

[@WoodByWright]

+Mikhandmaker sounds like the definition of a good day.

[@elguitarolerno]

If you add Murphy's oil soap to your mixes u get a finish that can protect and clean old hand tools getting all the old grime out with 1 coat then finishing with the second

[@WoodByWright]

Interesting. I might have to give that a try

[@nickolasmcguiness6562]

This was extremely helpful, THANK YOU, and basic, just over all one of the most useful and well done how-to videos I've ever watched. ;D

[@WoodByWright]

Thanks man. That means a lot!

[@nickolasmcguiness6562]

@@WoodByWright Wouldn't say it if I didn't mean it ;)

[@wegaboo]

I just copied 2 of your mixtures, the soft and the medium one and for the third one I added a thinner equals with wax and oil. How much does it usually take in the fridge to get hard enough to use?

[@WoodByWright]

It depends on how big your container is. I normally don't put it in the fridge unless I need it quickly.

[@wegaboo]

@@WoodByWright thank you very much

[@DoryanTheCritic]

What is the problem with the Brazilian wax? Just curious.

[@WoodByWright]

It is a joke. Just do not Google Brazilian Wax

[@DoryanTheCritic]

@@WoodByWright A little too late, hahahaha... I got the joke now.

[@canterlilyfarm]

Which one of the wax mixtures (Soft, Medium, Hard) do you think would work good for hand carved necklaces? Thanks in advance. Shannon

[@WoodByWright]

For finishing wood, I generally go with the soft wax. It's easier to apply and creates the same finish. The hard wax can do the same. It's just you have to heat it up for it to flow nicely onto the wood.

[@canterlilyfarm]

@@WoodByWright thank you for answering.

[@Brightsupernova]

What can I use on my screened in porch, it’s painted and the wood is weathered and dry. Wood be nice to protect it from all the weather.

[@WoodByWright]

Blo will help but it needs to be re applied every 6 months or so. Some finishes will stay good for a year or so. But most of them are oil plus some UV protection. Unless you want to get into a film coat.

[@Tclasa]

Can a person use Mineral oil and beeswax to make paste wax?

[@WoodByWright]

Sure. People make paste wax out of any combination of oil and wax. I've even known people to use olive oil for some things.

[@robbroughton8161]

Don’t know if I missed this but is it raw or boiled linseed oil??

[@WoodByWright]

Whatever you want for your application. I have a newer video out going into greater detail on the mixtures that I now sell. But for my hard wax that I use for lubrication and Ross prevention I use raw linseed oil. for the soft wax that I use for finishing I use boiled linseed oil.

[@robbroughton8161]

Awesome, thanks for the help. I have boiled in the shop already but the one I’ve ordered on Amazon has a 2 week wait. Oh well I’ll stick with the light oil for now. Keep the great vids coming!!

[@MoarMeagan]

Question. Should the paste wax continue to be refrigerated between uses? I made batches of the soft and hard a few months back and at first it smelled ~amazing~, but these days I'm sensing a bit of funk. If not refrigeration, perhaps batch size or quality control is where I need improvement.

[@WoodByWright]

I'm just keep mine out of the bench. I've had it sitting out for a couple years.

[@garrypaynting4068]

Hi James, from Australia. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge, always so helpful. I plan to make some paste wax to try on some hand tools i have been making. Have a Great Day

[@WoodByWright]

Sounds Great Garry. don't have too much fun!

[@rasitot]

so what oil did you use?

[@WoodByWright]

It depends on the wax I'm making. Sometimes I use a raw Lindsay oil sometimes I use boiled. But there are hundreds of other oils that work very well. Everyone has a different favorite.

[@ihadabadday7709]

I am going to make some of your wax to use in combination with the oil I use. Thanks for sharing!!!

[@WoodByWright]

my pleasure. have fun with it!

[@magicdaveable]

What about Raw Tung Oil/Beeswax?

[@WoodByWright]

that would be a good one. especially with real raw tong oil.

[@irishhoney22]

That first joke took hit me late. 😂 Great videos!

[@WoodByWright]

Lol I've gotten a lot of confused people from that one.

[@ethanf.6848]

Thank you! I am trying to replicate the paste wax with linseed oil and beeswax pellets.

[@engelwyre]

Is there any distinction here between 'linseed oil' and 'boiled linseed oil'? One (boiled) seems to be sold everywhere, the other is rare in my neck of the woods.

[@WoodByWright]

Boiled linseed oil will polymerize quickly. Raw Lindsay oil takes a lot longer. Also store bought boiled linseed oil comes with chemical dryers in it whereas most raw linseed oils are little more than pressed flaxseed oil. Usually raw linseed oil is sold in the health departments or with food supplements. Whereas boiled linseed oil is generally only a woodworking product.

[@engelwyre]

@@WoodByWright Great explanation, thank you. In the many YT videos I've watched where linseed oil was mentioned, I don't recall a distinction ever being made.

[@tommylee6267]

I am still making my work bench. Which mixture would you use for the bench top? Thanks for sharing!

[@WoodByWright]

for that I line 2 parts Boiled Linseed oil to 1 Part Beeswax. and re-apply it every 6 months to a year.

[@tommylee6267]

Ahh.... yes the soft paste! Thanks!

[@theNOOB9547]

Is it boiled or raw linseed oil?

[@WoodByWright]

I use some of each depending upon the application. If I'm using it as a finish I usually apply boiled linseed oil. But if I'm using it as a rust protectant or lubricant then I generally use raw inside oil.

[@theNOOB9547]

@@WoodByWright Thank you

[@christinenorriss9675]

Hi there , could any of those pastes be used as a finish on leather as far as you know.. Cheers from Mike Waikato New Zealand..

[@WoodByWright]

Sure. I often use my soft wax on leather. Keeps it supple.

[@jonathang.5092]

A quick question. I want to use to finish knife scales. I want something I can buff to a lustre not a gloss shine. Would boiled or raw linseed be best and which blend, soft medium or hard?

[@WoodByWright]

I would do boiled linseed oil and then polish on a nice paste wax. It also feels great in the hand. It's one of my favorite finishes for that type of thing.

[@jonathang.5092]

@@WoodByWright Great, thanks so much. I'll try that. Beeswax has just arrived so I'll mix up the paste wax today. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@azurplex]

Exactly what I wanted to know. Thanks so much. Anyone used walnut oil? What do you think?

[@WoodByWright]

Love walnut oil. Just takes a long time to cure.

[@azurplex]

I did make some with walnut oil and played with the ratios a bit. My medium was 1:1 paraffin and walnut oil. (I had them on hand.) Slightly harder 2:1. My double boiler was a small saucepan floating in a medium one. I like the results on blade and handle of hand saws I am restoring.

[@evanbarker5611]

Is the linseed oil boiled or raw?

[@WoodByWright]

it can be eather. if it is raw it takes weeks to months to cure. if it is boiled it takes 24 hours or so.

[@ZaarsShed]

So are you using a Boiled Linseed Oil or a raw linseed oil? Thank you.

[@WoodByWright]

I have used both for different reasons. If it is for a wood finish then BLO. But for lubrication raw.

[@martinvanzyl747]

Many thanks for another brilliant video. I'm just wondering how one of your mixes would work with Paul Sellers's "rag-in-a-can". maybe the medium? I would just put the complete can with new rag in it, into the hot mix and leave it to soak for an hour, then remove it from the pot and let it cool. Does this sound like a worth while experiment? Which mix is more likely to work better?

[@WoodByWright]

+Martin van Zyl the benefit of the rag in the can is that it draws up oil from the bottom and the rag stays saturated. A wax mixture will not saturate the rag. What I do is I just have a block of the harder mixture and rub that block of wax on the sole of the plane.

[@martinvanzyl747]

Thanks James. You just saved me a lot of time, which I would have spent on an experiment that would have gone nowhere. Keep up the good work.

[@gimax4689]

Excellent video ! Would this protect bare, unlacquered metals / brass from tarnishing ? (Small indoor stuff like coins, collectible brass plates etc) Which out the 3 consistencies would you recommend for that purpose ? Thank you so much for your high quality content!

[@WoodByWright]

It can. But a metal surfaces it tends to dull the luster and make things a little less shiny. Generally, for that use, I would just use a thin machine oil.

[@GregorShapiro]

@@WoodByWright I wipe cutting edges such as knives or plane blades with a rag humid with jojoba oil. Leaves no trace on wood is food safe (but expensive at the health food store!)

[@mikesunboxing]

Thanks for sharing

[@phillipiacobacci1369]

Great info., most do not give the amount of wax to oil. Again, thanks for the great information.

[@WoodByWright]

my pleasure Phillip. have fun finding your favorite mixes!

[@victorcastle1840]

I didn't take notes, thinking it would be below the video :-(

[@HikeMoreWorryLess]

Can I use other types of oils? For a small box almonds oil, for example, could give it a good smell. What do you think about it?

[@WoodByWright]

+Gae Tano you can use any oil you want. I use walnut and mineral oil some times.

[@HikeMoreWorryLess]

thanks you so much ;)

[@brucecomerford]

That was great. Thanks mate.

[@erikjoven2388]

i have been using Johnson's Paste Wax - its just unreal - i usually apply it with some 0000 steel wool over shellac or boiled linseed oil and its just perfect. I do want to try making some though, seems fun.

[@WoodByWright]

youp. I have a can of that and the Minwax stuff and often will reach for them. good stuff.

[@bobbuilder2530]

Is it boiled linseed oil or raw linseed oil?

[@WoodByWright]

I use both depending on the use. If I'm using it for a finish I use boiled linseed oil. I have a video on making the boiled linseed oil if you want to see that as well. I also have an updated video on making paste wax with some of the new ratios that I use in the waxes that I sell.

[@soyythomas]

Sorry, I might sound weird coz I am new to this. How about vegetable oil and regular wax? Will that work? I am looking for something which can be used on my hand tools to prevent rusting. Thanks in advance.

[@WoodByWright]

Vegetable oil is ok but it can get a bit gummy on tools if left too long. I am thinking you are thinking about paraffin wax? that is what most candles are made of. it works great a lot of people prefer it. but most any wax and oil will work. I know a guy that uses motor oil.

[@soyythomas]

@@WoodByWright Thank you for the swift response.

[@luisholzbach5315]

alô. I live in Brazil. Whats the problema Whith our bees Whith wax?

[@WoodByWright]

you should Google "Brazilian Wax". it is a joke.

[@McAVITYourWay.]

Hi James, I recently picked up a tin of Simoniz car wax with Carnauba, cheap from a car boot sale, it gives a great finish to wood :)

[@WoodByWright]

That it does. another goof one!

[@Dr.H_Woodworks]

Are you using raw or boiled linseed oil?

[@WoodByWright]

in this one it is raw. for most of my final finishes, I use a home made BLO. but I have a few other oils I will use from time to time for different uses.

[@quartzdetailing577]

can i use this on clearcoated paint?

[@WoodByWright]

I have never tried that before but I would not see why not.

[@snarkfinder2621]

A fitting conclusion to your very informative and interesting linseed oil series. Thank you. Edward at Curious Creator uses jojoba oil at the same ratio as your soft wax. He also melts the wax completely before adding his oil. No idea if his way or yours is easier. I will find out eventually. His oil is food safe too. I did not get the Brazilian joke at first. I wondered why you had against carnauba wax and was waiting for an explanation in the video. Second time I watched the video, the penny dropped.

[@WoodByWright]

Lol that joke really made some people mad and I have had to do more explaining that I thought I would have to oh well I guess I learned a lesson there. Lol it's one of the fun things about making your own wax and finishes there's a thousand different ways to do it and everyone finds the way they like the best. I love that about woodworking. There's no right way to do it.

[@kathylindenmuth1232]

Lol

[@andreportella1802]

What's your problem with Brazilian bees wax????

[@WoodByWright]

Google "Brazilian Wax" it is a joke.

[@deborahthomas3195]

Hi. Limping along learning new skills. Recently chalk-painted (made my own chalk paint) a dresser that turned out great! I need wax now, though. Living in rural Mexico; difficult to find some items but I can get your ingredients. Do you think this type of wax will be fine over chalk paint? Thank you for any info; love your videos.

[@WoodByWright]

Sure. That would work fine you'll probably need to play with the ratio to get the right texture on the chalk but it should work.

[@deborahthomas3195]

@@WoodByWright Thank you!

[@mickleblade]

do you use shellac much?

[@WoodByWright]

I do. That will be in one of the project videos this week. a 2lb cut with a final layer of wax looks perfect!

[@sirtblairjr]

Hi Wright, have you ever tried candle. Wax for this? I was wanting to know i you have? And what did you think about it?

[@WoodByWright]

yes paraffin wax works well a lot of people like it for that.

[@michaelallenyarbrough9503]

This is great and I'm about to try it! Thanks!! One concern I have is volume vs. weight. If you're measuring one part wax by volume, a lot of it will be air. And if your wax grains are smaller or larger, there will be more or less air per volume for those grain sizes. Better would be weight (assuming all beeswax is about the same density). Any insight into this would be welcome. Also, for less cleanup, I'm going to melt the wax in the pan directly into the jar I'll store the paste wax in.

[@WoodByWright]

Here is a newer version of it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/apycnn2qq9aDb5Y as to weight vest Volume. I usually measure my weight. However the variance between the two is not Great enough to make a big difference. In most cases. It is not a recipe I am strict with. Most the time I just do it by eye.

[@jnusmc4922]

Would I be able to use Camelia oil instead of linseed? Heard camelia is good anti rust

[@WoodByWright]

Sure, you can mix in any oil you want. Different people like using different oils and different waxes for different uses.

[@piousminion7822]

What should the consistency be like? I've never actually used pastewax before. I'm used paraffin(cheap candles) wax and mineral oil with a ratio of about 2:1 because that's what I had. The wax might be too thick/hard, but I'm not certain as I have no frame of reference. Any input would be greatly appeciated.

[@WoodByWright]

It depends on the use you're looking for. But anywhere from a soft peanut butter to a hard cheese. It depends on if you want to be able to spread it with a rag or you want to apply it like a crayon.

[@latenightwoodworker3283]

Used bleached linseed oil and beeswax. No more migraines from the boiled canned linseed oil. Just finished a batch. I love it!! Thanks James!!!

[@WoodByWright]

Sweet man. that is what I like to hear!

[@jackdavid23]

Can this be used as a final finish on small boxes?

[@WoodByWright]

+Jack David sure. That would be a perfict use!

[@josedomingosteixeira1379]

Love your channel. Can the medium wax be used to protect a table saw top?

[@WoodByWright]

sure. it takes a bit more ro rub it in and polish it out, but it will work!

[@robertbertram1416]

Can you microwave the beeswax then just add the oil , sti and then refrigerate?

[@WoodByWright]

You have to be very careful with microwaving waxes and oils. They do not directly heat up. The water in the wax and oil heats up due to microwaves but the wax itself does not and that can create tiny pockets That get extremely hot. If the wax or oil get above their flash point it can catch on fire. That's not to say it wouldn't work but you'd have to be very careful with it.

[@robertbertram1416]

@@WoodByWright thank you . I wanted to make sure if it was safe or not. Safety first. Keep making vids. I enjoy them a lot. And keep safe.

[@RIBill]

I finally decided to embrace the BLO/wax finish. Any chance you can weigh your wax and oil? My wax is a solid block, so it's a bit difficult to measure by voume.

[@WoodByWright]

The measurements do not matter. and if you find it is too soft for your taste or too hard you can melt it down and add more oil or wax to change it. I just do it by eye for my mixes.

[@AS-ug2vq]

Wax has density of about 0.97gram per cm3 or ml. So basically just multiply your volume by this number and it will be close. My raw linseed oil has density of 0.93g/cm3. As you can see these numbers are very close to 1 so same ratio of weight can directly be used.

[@windsunh2o]

Hi James, do you have any opinion on how this wax would work for hardwood floors? Would it be your go-to to polish-up your beautiful new oak floor? Thanks!

[@WoodByWright]

well, I am not waxing the floor I just put in as I do not want the surface that glossy. but yes a beeswax and BLO would be a fantastic wax for a floor.

[@windsunh2o]

Thanks! Yeah, I figured it would be a while before you needed to wax. My dad had a bunch of different paste waxes (boston polish, bowling alley wax, johnson paste wax) and I know he used at least one of them on our hardwood floor. I'm trying to simplify and just keep one container of paste wax. And I've always liked this mix of yours because it's simple, natural and home made. And it works beautifully!

[@WoodByWright]

thanks David. that means a lot!

[@FredMcIntyre]

Cool stuff James!

[@WoodByWright]

thanks Fred!

[@robertbrunston5406]

Thanks James.

[@WoodByWright]

my pleasure

[@CeejCraft]

Loving the vids ^_^ and the tool builds rock. Got a tip for ya though lol Glass or metal mixing bowl works really well for a double boiler. Especially if the bowl completely covers the pot. Steam builds up so you don't need as much water either.

[@WoodByWright]

thanks. lots more tool builds planned! I prefer to use a smaller pot like this and let it float. mostly because it is easier to pore with the handle then trying to grab a pot also there is better temperature control if it does not touch the bottom pot. but that is just me. one of the great things about the sport. there are so many ways to do it.