How To Re-Wax & Care For Your Waxed Canvas Jacket | Our Step-by-Step Guide

[@Huckberryco]

Read more about how to care for your wax canvas jacket on the Huckberry Journal: bit.ly/3rHLPXr

[@T100ley]

@Huckberryco So I have the pilot waxed jacket and I’ve been ignorantly machine washing it. I still love it but it’s obviously all but lost its wax properties. Can this method allow it to be rewaxed? I love the jacket, waxed or not, so if realistically, if I’ll never truly regain the original wax properties I’m happy just to leave it be and enjoy as is. Thanks!

[@ryewhiskeyblues]

Awesome timing. I'm just about to re-wax my Flint & Tinder waxed trucker for the first time tomorrow. This jacket has become my favorite article of clothing over the last couple of years. I've worn it hunting, fishing, harvesting, and working - in the rain, mud, and snow. It looks better today than the day it arrived.

[@Huckberryco]

Love to hear it!

[@Nick-me7ot]

how long did you have it before you needed to re-wax?

[@mrnozchalazt7199]

I have the Moss as well as the Tan colored one. I look forward to wearing them every Fall & Winter.

[@nfnali5569]

How you wash it from sweat on the inside? Thanks!

[@JoshsWayOfLife]

I spray mine down in the pits area with either vinegar mixed with a good essential oil or a febreze fabric freshener spray

[@dbmail545]

I have been rocking waxed canvas motorcycle rainsuits since 1969. I make up a mixture of paraffin and mineral spirits to retreat waxed cotton and put the retreated garment inside out in a dryer for 5 minutes or less. Makes it come out looking like new with better water resistance. Make up the mixture to axle grease consistency. Looks like you've smeared snot on your jacket until the dryer melts it into the fabric.

[@patrykbrok]

I have this jacket and I love it! One question; some of the bottom of my jacket has started to get some blue dye from my jeans rubbed into it. Any idea how to clean it once it has set?

[@mike4402]

I did this at 3am so no heatgun, used the friction of my hand to warm up and spread the wax evenly. Came out super good, although it was glossy like a leather jacket, but after sitting for a few days it looked nice and matte. BTW the waxed wool lined parka here, and I love it, but those bright white draw strings that hang so much are very out of place.😅

[@butchie2752]

I have a filson trucker jacket and used otter wax. Here are my suggestions: Do you really need to rewax!? If water isn’t coming through , you don’t. It’s a meesy job with mixed results. Don’t use too much wax. I thought I did it the way this guy said and the heat gun still left significant streaks. I got rid of the streaks by putting it in a dryer that worked pretty well. Low heat for maybe 30 minutes. Got rid of most streaks. Hint: go to the laundromat and put it in with a couple of lint free rags. Check it every 15minutes. When the 30 minutes are up , immediately use the rags to wipe the jacket down. This got the streaks off better than the hear gun. Also: I only used about one half stick for my coat, so I didn’t really overdo it. Nice vid, but this guy had done a lot of them and knew the ins and outs a lot better than me.

[@F-Tier_Physique]

Also good to use one of those bags made for more delicate clothes so the jacket isnt in direct contact with the washing machine. Just keeps more wax in the jacket.

[@DimiArhontidis]

I love mine, been using it for a few years now. I mainly use it during my outdoor fires and cooking however, because of that my sleeves and a couple of other areas are looking black and have not been able to really clean that off. Any ideas?

[@camapdien]

so, if machine wash is not recommended, then what would I do if the jacket smells ?

[@Huckberryco]

Good point. We recommend turning the jacket inside out, spot cleaning with gentle soap and an old toothbrush, and then hanging to dry. Read more about how to care for your wax canvas jacket on the Huckberry Journal: bit.ly/3rHLPXr

[@bobbyellis5006]

So, this is a complicated question: I recently had a housefire and one of the clothing articles saved was one of these jackets. Just got it back from the cleaning and restoration company and the wax is definitely not all there, yet doesn't seem entirely gone as water is beading up for a bit but then eventually soaks into the fabric. Does that equal rewax time or not?

[@Huckberryco]

Good question. Depends on how much you are going to wear it in wet conditions. Generally it's probably time for a re-waxing if water is soaking in the the fabric. If you live in a place were you don't see much rain, you could go without re-waxing it for a few more months. A re-waxing it won't hurt it, but it will enhance the protection against wet conditions better!

[@JonNicarlo]

Which color is better or more superior? Field Tan or Havana?

[@Huckberryco]

Oh man, that's like asking us to choose a favorite child. Field Tan is our most popular color and it goes with just about everything. But, it comes down to your personal preference and style. Can't go wrong with either. Check out some photos of both colors in action here: bit.ly/3QcyrUy

[@JonNicarlo]

@@Huckberryco What’s is Ben’s favorite color in the FTWT Jacket?

[@eliasknapp5391]

Can I use Barbour Thornproof wax to rewax my Huckberry jacket?

[@Huckberryco]

Nick said "Yes, 100%", so you should be good to go. Happy re-waxing!

[@eliasknapp5391]

@@Huckberryco thank you so much!!

[@Huckberryco]

Definitely- their wax should work just fine on our jackets!

[@colinchandler4982]

Nick could start a baking show.. just got a wool lined and it shattered my expectations. Can’t imagine having to re wax for years

[@Huckberryco]

Hell Yeah. Glad you're digging your jacket!

[@JK-photo77]

You have to wash it at some point if it just reeks. Hand wash and keep hosing the jacket down till the water runs clear is best. If you use your washing machine, you will get a wax residue that is hell to remove- just don't do it. Hang to dry with a fan for a few days. Do not use the dryer!!! The fabric will shrink 2-3 sizes if you do. And you shouldn't dry it in the sun on a hot day either. No one buys these for work jackets so you may only have to do this once every 3-5 years or if it gets really soiled or if you wear it all the time. Plan on it taking over the course of a week. An hour to wash and rinse, a couple of days to fully dry (never wax damp clothing), waxing it takes an hour or two, and come back the next day to wipe off the oil, touch up areas and then it needs to dry for a few days while you wipe off excess oil/wax. If you do it the way they show here and get in your car, you will have waxy oil on everything and leave oil streaks everywhere. Never listen to a drunkard how to do anything. Keep drinking while making videos boys. This BS of Febreze or vinegar mitigates the smell but it doesn't kill the bacteria or actually clean it. You have to kill the bacteria and remove the grime on the inside. The people who say that is the way are the same morons who say never to wash your jeans. That level of stupidity has Dunning-Kruger effect written all over it and are for people with so much money they buy new clothes rather than wash stuff.

[@CanadaFree-ce9jn]

You should stick with what the company recommends. Fjallraven also uses a hard wax while Barbour uses a liquid wax. If you have an off brand jacket (vintage or out of business), it is up to you what you use. I used a UK paste wax on my Canadian made Australian Outback brand jacket. I still have a tub and half of that same wax, but I won't use it on my Barbour; so I have to buy some Barbour wax to do my jacket.

[@nancystevenson562]

I have an older Outback jacket that my late husband loved. Still hanging on the coat rack by the back door. It smells awful. Any ideas?

[@clintonmccool2330]

Would love to see a video about repairing a wax jacket. Mine was stored for years in a folded condition and has a large amount of significant wrinkles and folds which almost seem impossible to remove. Not sure I should even attempt to rewax the jacket before completely removing the wrinkles. Even using a heat gun on high setting while stretching the fabric has only removed some of the wrinkles.

[@Huckberryco]

Usually hitting it with a hair dryer will work to release wrinkles and ease some of the "patterning" from those creases. In this case, I have two suggestions. First, I think rewaxing would breathe new life into your jacket. The new wax will help ease those wrinkles and patterns. And second, wearing it more often. These jackets get better with wear and pick up marks that give it a "lived in" look.

[@chappers4659]

Will the jacket shrink when it needs rewaxing? Or when wet from a heavy rain

[@Huckberryco]

It shouldn't. If you get caught in the rain, do not throw it in the dryer. In cases like that we recommend hanging to dry.

[@jacobroscoe6433]

Does anyone know why the unlined waxed trucker never seemes to be in stock? I desperately want this jacket, but im not interested in a poly flannel lining. I cant imagine there is a way to really wash it and kill the bacteria. Thanks.

[@Huckberryco]

While we don't have plans to restock the Unlined Waxed Trucker at the moment, you can sign up for a restock notification at the link below and we'll send you an email if it makes a comeback. In lieu of the Unlined version, we recommend checking out the Bighorn Waxed Shirt Jacket. bit.ly/3Un5zdU

[@brettknoss486]

What kind of shirt is that?

[@JTorSomething]

How do you clean the inside especially around the armpits where all the sweat goes?

[@ryantatar]

Nick is a legend. Ur Lucky to have that dude on the team!

[@Huckberryco]

Oh yeah -- we're stoked! Awesome product perspective and great overall dude!

[@TheFrogfeeder]

Hey that’s a good looking jacket, but I have my old Dickies jacket that I just can’t get rid of. They are made out of that duck canvas, can I wax an older jacket like that that’s never been waxed before?

[@Huckberryco]

You can wax fabric after the fact, but it won't be the same as one that was waxed prior to construction. For a project like that, I'd recommend doing some research specific to waxing an unwaxed jacket. Someone somewhere has done it before.

[@joshdavid6394]

I'm sure this is a silly question but since its canvas, could you use a hydrophobic tent spray?

[@Huckberryco]

We wouldn't recommend it. Since the canvas is imbued with wax from the get-go, it is unlikely that the tent spray would adhere correctly.

[@dhruvpatki2169]

Hey Huckberry! I will be rewaxing for the first time this weekend. Would a single bar of wax be enough for my flint and tinder waxed trucker jacket?

[@Huckberryco]

That is a great question! Yes, a single bar should be more than enough to rewax your jacket. This Otter Wax bar is one of our favorites. bit.ly/47uAitJ

[@maxmorter503]

Do you make hooded? How is it for welding and heavy industrial with grease and hot asphalt and such. I've always wanted something like this

[@Huckberryco]

These jackets are constructed with a mid-weight waxed canvas. While substantial enough for everyday wear, I don't think I'd recommend them for heavy industrial work as they are spot-clean only, but that'd be one way to achieve a well-worn patina quickly. Regarding the hooded options, we recently launched a Hooded Waxed Jacket and added a snap-on hood to the Waxed Hudson. You can check them out here: bit.ly/4fopGkp

[@jacobroscoe6433]

I thinking of buying the unlined waxed trucker jacket, solely because im worried about the poly flannel lining starting to smell. I would be using this for outdoor use, i guess i would like to know if im being over dramatic😂

[@Huckberryco]

We don't have many issues with folks finding it difficult to spot-clean this jacket, but I can understand your hesitation. Usually some gentle soap and water and sir drying can help to eliminate odors.

[@jacobroscoe6433]

@@Huckberryco thank you, I appreciate the reply. I read that spraying with white wine vinegar can kill the bacteria. I may give the lined version a shot.

[@Golaso99]

Does it matter what type or brand of wax you use? Say a jacket or bag etc comes with Martexin wax applied. Could you just use a different brand when rewaxing (assuming the item isn't completely stripped of wax in all areas)?

[@Huckberryco]

We have not found it to be an issue using a different brand. That being said, stick with a product that is intended for rewaxing canvas garments.

[@Golaso99]

@@Huckberryco Thanks! I have some fabric Otter wax bar on the way.

[@aj466202]

What colour is this one as seems lighter than the Havana but darker than the tan?

[@Huckberryco]

This one is the Field Tan color!It's just has several years of wear and tear on it from our co-founder Richard. So it's slightly darker than what you see brand new.

[@paulchristensen6722]

Found an old vintage chore jacket that needs a good clean. Any ideas?

[@Huckberryco]

If it's a waxed chore jacket, feel free to follow these suggestions. If not, I would do a bit of research about the brand and the material it's constructed from. If there's a care label, follow those instructions.

[@PaulAndBiscuit]

Very interesting. Would you recommend waxing other items such as the denim jacket the host is wearing?

[@Huckberryco]

Yes, you can wax denim. Nick is wearing more of denim shirt in this video, so we would recommend waxing your jackets used for more outerwear!

[@puma1304]

after sweating for ages inside Polyester/Gore Tex garments I went back to wool and waxed canvas, and I like the results! (also considering the environmental issues micro-plastics present in synthetic fabrics have...) I wax (beeswax/paraffin wax) my construction worker´s garments and Royal Marine´s smocks in different grades of waxing (intense to light) in accordance to the use the garment is going to have, and I apply more there were it is going to be exposed the most. So far I am satisfied with the results, and besides the garments get this attractive "vintage look"... greetings from wild, wet, windy and wonderful Western Patagonia

[@jordanchastain5132]

What if you over wax the jacket and the wax starts to smell?

[@Huckberryco]

Good question! Wax can have a unique scent which should lessen over time. You can use some spray-on deodorizers but the simplest fix would be to put the jacket on a hanger and let it air out. If it isn't too hot outside, setting it in direct sunlight works best. Otherwise, a well-ventilated room with a fan can do the trick

[@Stealther]

I’ve read people over waxed and it seeped into their liner!

[@AmitGupta-vo6km]

Just waxed mine, but used the wax tin otter product instead to save time, any reason you choose the otter bar? Second, your denim shirt, where could I buy one, really like it.

[@Huckberryco]

We like using the bar because it makes it easier to apply directly to the jacket and helps get wax into the seams. A man of many talents, Nick actually handmade this shirt himself, so it's 1 of 1. But if you like his style, check out some other shirts Nick designed for Flint and Tinder here: bit.ly/3ZVDaNE

[@AmitGupta-vo6km]

@@Huckberryco The Best Western I have seen, hands down, figures... Kindly request if possible to put it into production... Seems like you have a staple in the making

[@Huckberryco]

@@AmitGupta-vo6km We'll let the team know!

[@butchie2752]

I just rewaxed my filson trucker jacket using the otter wax bar. It came out very shiny looking even though I tried hard not to over wax it. Any suggestions on making it less shiny? Thanks.

[@swungover]

​@@butchie2752 having just done mine, I think if it's very shiny it's a sign the wax is on the surface of the coat and needs another, closer pass with the heat gun. You should see the wax go from shiny to dark and basically seep down into the fabric. That's what I experienced and how I solved it, any way.

[@AAA-vn6mn]

what color is that jacket?

[@Huckberryco]

Sometimes studio lighting can play tricks on the eye, but this one is Field Tan.

[@backav]

Love my jacket, so warm! And breaks the wind easier than my pre-teen heart. Looking forward to maintain it!

[@rockymtnstyle]

Great timing! I'll be re-waxing my 2-year old FLWT soon and doing my own vid on it!

[@simonhall222]

I’ll be watching that bro 👍

[@LunarReefStudios]

Been loving this jacket, been wearing it for a fee months now

[@Huckberryco]

Glad to hear it!

[@jamesn7156]

If you’re too lazy to re-wax, what’s the worst that will happen? Will it just lose it’s waterproof or will the longevity and durability be compromised?

[@Huckberryco]

The waxed canvas has a water resistance factor as well as contributing to the overall "look" of the jacket. I don't think the durability should be affected if you opt to skip rewaxing.

[@MrJbarreda]

I’m not sure why people think this is so hard, easy, I do all my waxed canvas bags, jackets, backpacks and shoulder bags. Greenland wax is the easiest to use, just rub it on when you see it covered with the white film, just use your blow dryer and melt it in. EASY

[@neilbrodsky2035]

what kind of denim shirt is he wearing in the video?

[@Huckberryco]

A man of many talents, Nick actually handmade this shirt himself, so it's 1 of 1. But if you like his style, check out some other shirts Nick designed for Flint and Tinder here: bit.ly/3ZVDaNE

[@wagz54]

What Jean shirt is my man wearing? Is it long enough to tuck in?

[@Huckberryco]

Nick actually handmade this shirt himself, so it's 1 of 1. If you like his style, check out some other shirts Nick designed for Flint and Tinder here: bit.ly/3ZVDaNE

[@wagz54]

@@Huckberryco not the answer I expected, but that’s way cool

[@cobrien120]

Man, what an awesome job you have. I have so many ideas I’d love to share for flint and tinder. They’re quickly becoming my favorite brand.

[@michaelnedsmar9106]

Why wait to the Autume or Winter ? Why not let the wax melt in your garden with heat of the summer sun . The warm jacker will take the wax like hot toast takes butter. Once done ,let your jacket sit on the washing line for the rest of the afternoon.

[@hmmmcamu123]

wish list .... bump it up to another size ............ 52-54 inch width on the chest ............. i own one in black 50-52 inches chest and stand 5' 9" ........... it is a little snug when i wear a really really thick, and heavy old school sweater with it .........

[@freya-suzanne8919]

Just got a old cheap wax jacket and chocked it into the washing machine because it stank and then I started watching this video and thought oops. Most of the wax has gone on it so I'll just have to wait and see 😆😆

[@Huckberryco]

Might just have to start the re-wax from scratch!

[@docscout]

New drinking game: every time “flannel lined trucker jacket”

[@Huckberryco]

We take no responsibility for the results of this drinking game.

[@jb.6196]

After waxing it I'll always put my jacket in the oven. 15 minutes at maximum 50 Grad Celsius. All the wax will melt in perfectly.

[@TheSavageCabbage]

How would you recommend cleaning the inside, in particular the armpits. They're starting to stink lol

[@Huckberryco]

Good question! Above all, we definitely don't recommend washing the jacket. A simple solution would be to lay the jacket on a flat surface and sprinkle some baking soda on the interior and let it sit for a day or so. You can then vacuum up the baking soda. That usually gets the job done! Other customers have had great success using fabric deodorizers and letting the jacket air-dry

[@neo4216]

@@Huckberryco A related question, how to remove odor on the exterior of the jacket? Deodorizer as well? Thanks!

[@yosemitesamiam]

@@Huckberrycomaybe this is weird, but say with denim, I usually freeze it to kill bacteria, which in turn gets rid of smells of any kind. Could that also work here? Or is that not advisable?

[@IrateWizrd]

@@yosemitesamiam that's a bit of a myth tbh. It gets rid of the smells but freezing doesn't kill the bacteria so it comes back sooner

[@bascetic]

Great step by step video but I would've used a hair dryer since 99% of the folks watching this probably don't own a heat gun

[@Huckberryco]

A hairdryer works perfectly for this. I think a heat gun works better for filming purposes, less noise and faster results. You would want to be careful not to burn the jacket if you used a heat gun though.

[@TALAL-ALQASMI]

Nice T-shirt, from Saudi kingdom

[@teutates619]

Made me want to taste some of that bourbon. Great instructions!

[@marybeltran6354]

Waxing is no big deal what I need to know is how to clean it for dirt odors

[@Huckberryco]

If the interior starts to smell bad, we recommend setting the jacket out and letting it air dry for a few days. As long as it isn't too hot, sunlight can work wonders. We also recommend using a de-odorizing spray or spreading baking soda over the area and then vacuuming it up. Any of these tricks will help neutralize the odor!

[@ala-bp9lj]

Shoot this is too much fucking effort for Christmas Eve

[@zachtravels951]

Good video. But dont try to pretend its difficult or time consuming. It’s clearly not either one of those things.

[@JohnJayAveryIII]

$300 plus dollars for that!??!?!

[@TonyChance-xq5vg]

Screw the heat gun suggestion, spotty and time consuming, just toss it in the dryer for 5 minutes, done. Hang it the garage for a day or two, done!

[@Huckberryco]

We specifically recommend against using the washer or dryer for the Waxed Trucker, but to each his own. When the wax is heated, it could transfer to the inside of your dryer and then on to the next item or load placed in the dryer.

[@TonyChance-xq5vg]

@@Huckberryco yeah, I thought of that too and kept it in for just a few minutes, no residue and the jacket looks fantastic

[@DapperDilla]

"Don't use boot wax...." FML

[@ROTORHEADPR]

Never put in washing machine??? Bruh I can imagine the smell on that thing 😅

[@JacobFrodsham]

If the garment is made out of natural materials, it actually doesn't smell that bad. It's your synthetic materials that really stink

[@HogwartsBasement]

My dog pissed on my wax jacket I don’t think brushing or wiping it is going to work on this one so I’ll be machine washing on cold lol

[@DrewMeyerhoe]

Generally your clothing stinks because of your sweat, body fluid, etc. But as a jacket, this shouldn't really see much. Dirt, etc. from outside doesn't really stink. That said, if it gets really dirty or like someone said dog pees on it... nothing wrong with handwashing gently in your tub with regular detergent, then rewax yourself. But unless you wanna rewax all the time... don't wash frequently. Is what it is. Or just don't buy waxed canvas honestly.

[@Pugrug.]

I have another waxed trucker jacket and i’ve worn it countless times. Doesn’t stink at all. They are typically very warm jackets so if you only wear it when it’s suitable for the weather, you won’t sweat and it’ll be fine. Also making sure that you’re being hygienic will obviously help. If they do smell, you can spray febreeze products on them. I personally like to keep my jacket smelling good so I apply solid cologne every now and then.

[@eliasgonzales3748]

@@HogwartsBasementdid you do it? How’d that work out

[@JohnJayAveryIII]

Tells your story. Give me a break.