Paste Wax The Magical Substance

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Paste wax is something that shows up in almost every video on the channel Pastewax is a substance that is used all over the shop from rust preventing to glue stop to wood finish Paste wax has many uses in woodworking projects.
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[@peteypops]

I made some paste wax to protect freshly pruned branches from bacterial/fungal growth. As you show, it’s great for everything in the workshop too.

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

That would be a great use for it. I know some people who will melt wax and pour that onto the end.

[@GaryWall]

I do remember, in woodwork class in the seventies, being taught to wax saw blades and the soles of planes. Then my big brother introduced me to the rag-in-a-can and oil. Since then I still use a wax block if away from the workshop (I now make my own with the same ingredients as James thank to KZbin). In the workshop I now use a tight spiral-rolled piece of leather in a can and oil. I make all my own paste waxes with beeswax, linseed oil or mineral oil, sometimes thinners and sometimes add a little carnuba flakes.

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

Nice. sounds like a fun time!

[@bassfishingwiththeantichri2921]

Wood shop probably got replaced with “introduction to politically correct gender identification”

[@snakeplisken2123]

I use bees wax and walnut oil on the lathe frequently sometimes carnuba would they be good combined what is the ratio of oil to wax?

[@GaryWall]

@@snakeplisken2123 In my opinion, and this only applies to woodturning, that I would use either a beeswax stick or a carnuba stick for a more a more harder finish. Somebody may correct me here but I don't see what advantage it would be to combine them for woodturnings.

[@davegoldy1025]

Man I swere I just bought 2 pounds of besswax and didn't find the courage to make a finish out of it yet I LOVED this one!👍👍

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

Glad I could help. best suggestion is make small batches of a few table spoons each and see what you like.

[@scottodonahoe9505]

I use it on my sleds for my table saws and pin routers !

[@aaronmarks7757]

You say wax like Owen Wilson says wow

[@Akarnf2]

I use this ratio:1:1:1 natural turpentine, boiled linseed oil, bees wax.

[@olafbigandglad]

One caveat with waxing the sole of a plane - wax can transfer to the surface being planed, which can mess up staining and finishing.

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

I have never had the problem with that. I've been doing it for years and even on the final finish smoothing it doesn't cause any issue at all with finish application. It's one of those things you think too should in theory but in practice doesn't affect it at all.

[@badassfood5713]

Glenn Storey with each pass the wax transfers to the surface, the next pass takes it off, ad infinitem, or until the transfer stops.

[@917Stefano]

@@WoodByWrightHowTo I'm glad you mentioned that, because I had the same concern about whether wax from saws and planes might transfer to wood and interfere with finishing. But if this were a real issue, I think you would have encountered this problem by now. Thanks for a good video.

[@HudsonAtwell]

Came to check if Owen Wilson was giving a presentation on Wax

[@imortaldeadead]

Min wax container, brilliant idea 💡 Thank you for sharing 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@edwardwilson990]

We have several bee hives of our own so honey and bee's wax goes on everything at our house. 😁

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

Sounds good to me!

[@pacificcoastpiper3949]

Wood By Wright How 2 what grade of steel wool do you use in your wax can

[@johnbrenchak5234]

I enjoyed your video on paste wax, I just finished a small coffee table with spar varnish, I mixed it with about 30% mineral spirits rather than using full strength varnish, that seems to work better for me. Now that the final coat is applied I want to try finishing the finish with Johnson paste wax and 0000 steel wool. One thing I read by a man named Bob flexner, who has a book entitled " understanding wood finishing ", anyway, he says to let the final finish to cure for 1 whole month before this step, I'm new to this but would like to know your thoughts on these ideas 💡.

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

there are a few people that think that, but there are very few. most people will move on once it has cured for a day or so depending on the finish chosen.

[@cactikev9685]

I know what you're talking about, that Brazilian wax can be really hairy to use!

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

Yeah. It's a very painful wax.

[@AlBorland3877]

@@WoodByWrightHowTo But it leaves a very fluffy finish. ^^

[@sandrasaxton5352]

Oh, the pain...😯

[@imover9999]

I bought some once. What a rip off. Was howling for a week over how bad they scalped me.

[@stevenlengyel9701]

😖

[@ElijahAtchley]

Anybody else used carnauba car wax on their projects? I've used it a couple of times on some projects and it leaves an amazing finish, plus it smells nice.

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

yup. that is good stuff!

[@tekanger975]

Mentioned using boiled linseed oil in one case and unboiled (or raw?) in another. I don't how each affects the properties of the paste wax. OBTW, good info!!

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

Raw linseed oil stays fluid longer and takes longer to polymerize. That makes it great for lubrication and rust protection. But boiled linseed oil will polymerize quickly. That makes it better for wood finishes.

[@trelawnygirl876]

Brazil Wax HAHA!! Good one! Thanks for the video.

[@darodes]

So. Helpful. Keep it up James!

[@drawlele]

I use a mineral oil because I've not found a natural blo source, and I'm not in a hurry to accidentally burn the house down. But I started with 50/50 and went from there. So I've got 3 different mixes sitting around and one can store bought. Yeah figuring out which one works best for you can be complicated I like harder for things that dont touch the lathe and softer for lathe projects but I still go over ot with a bit of medium thick and a low set heating torch before I buff in with a rag, leaves everything shiny and with a waxy plastic feel that is still safe to drink out of

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

Sounds like a lot of fun Man!

[@drawlele]

@@WoodByWrightHowTo fun.... yes a little

[@shawnmartin7620]

@@drawlele Look at Tried and True. They have natural BLO. You can even get it on Amazon. The original has a bit of bees wax mixed in. They also have a Danish oil. I've used the original and like it. I don't know if they have a straight BLO w/out bees wax, but you could check their website.

[@Dave-ct1jk]

So, I didn't get your joke at first because carnauba wax, (which is very good because of how hard it is), comes from Brazil. So I get the double entendre, but maybe choose one that isn't completely legitimate. Otherwise good video. I've been poking my head around making my own waxes, so this was good insight

[@psiclops521]

Butcher's Bowling Alley Wax. Been using it for 50 years. I never oil my tools, I just wax them. My planes slide slicker than any oil can do.

[@bassfishingwiththeantichri2921]

“Butcher’s Bowling Alley Wax” sounds appropriately named for “tool wax” if you’re American. (Made in Brazil) 👍🏼

[@michaelheemstra3559]

Is there a reason you used raw linseed oil on your hard wax and boiled with your finishing wax or was that just what you had on hand at the time of making it.

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

The raw will stay more oily longer so it is better for lubrication. The BLO will polymerize quickly so it is better for finishing.

[@susanp.collins7834]

Can I used almond oil for the oil?

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

sure. people mix all kinds of oils for different uses!

[@thewalnutwoodworker6136]

I LOVE PASTE WAX

[@michaelmclarry4191]

Thank you!

[@teosinghsyiem9426]

Thank you sir for your informative presentation. can we use Wax ONLY on bare sanded wood as final finish. can wax seals wood pores/fibre/grains ?

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

Wax can work if heated up so that it absorbs in to the wood. Most of the time done with a heet gun.

[@FredMcIntyre]

Thanks for the info James! 😃👍🏻👊🏻

[@Serenitees]

Great video! Is there a specific grade of steel wool you used to apply the wax. I am not a woodworker but looking to finish some frames so your videos are really helpful. Thanks!

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

I generally use 000 but it really doesn't matter. That just happens to be what I have a lot on hand

[@neilbuckley742]

Hi Can I use white spirits as a thinner instead off turpentine finding it quite hard to get hold off pure turpentine thanks

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

sure that is actually what I use now.

[@AlBorland3877]

In terms of linseed oil: I live in a part of Germany (lower lusatia), where we eat it together with potatoes an quark. It's kind of a regional traditional meal. Even people in other parts of Germany don't believe us when we tell them that story. ^^

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

It is a good multi-purpose oil.

[@Ben_Lehnert]

And I can attest to the fact that in the deep south of Germany linseed is eaten as well, albeit in yoghurt, and the raw oil is used in salads...

[@AlBorland3877]

@@Ben_Lehnert That meens we're not the only weired people. ^^

[@ronmiller7916]

I'm in Southern Utah and about to refinish an old door on a brick building. Hasn't been cared for in over a decade so it has cracks and is seriously sunbeaten, sees sun most of the day. It was stained and coated with poly that has spiderweb bed and chipped off. I have marine varnish with high uv protection. It needs to be stained again and I was thinking about putting on a few coats of BLO to nuorish the wood before the varnish. My questions are 1. Does putting on coats of BLO make sense for this? 2. If so, should the blood go on before the stain or after or does it matter?

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

I would do 2 coats of BLO the Oil based stain then the varnish. Sounds like fun.

[@imcg]

Really informative, been trying to figure out what to do with plane handles and knobs. I recently sanded down a No7's and have applied 3 coats of Danish Oil, simply because it's the only oil I had. I want it to be a bit shinier? Although I think the handles are little dark. Would you recommend getting a little tone of paste wax to apply or would that natural type do the job? Cheers mate.

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

most paste waxes will make it a bit shineyer. but in general if you want gloss you have to go with a film finish.

[@imcg]

Grand job, I'll just pick a wax and go with that, many thanks for the response 👍

[@nicholasschrader9161]

your shop is just a studio right ?

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

Nope. Most of the furniture in my house has come out of that shop.

[@pam-nyc]

Great info! Is it possible to melt beeswax, add some mica powder to tint, and apply as a decorative wax into carved areas?

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

very much so. that would be the way to go!

[@pam-nyc]

@@WoodByWrightHowTo Thank you!!!! do you suggest adding an oil to keep it more spreadable like a paste? If so which oil to you suggest? Thank you again sooo very much!

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

If you're going to heat it up and melt it in then generally I wouldn't add any oil. You could also do it with a thinner like mineral spirits. But if you add an oil I would probably go with something like boiled linseed oil. That would cure and add a little more resilience to it. If you use something that stays oily then it will feel very oily for a long time.

[@pam-nyc]

@@WoodByWrightHowTo Makes perfect sense now that you say it!! I think that is where I made my mistake a while back. I will test with and without adding anything. Thank you soooo very much

[@pam-nyc]

@@WoodByWrightHowTo Thank you again! I have all my products to try this. At what point would I add my pigment or mica powder? At the beginning before melting? after all ingredients have been melted? or after it has turned to the soft paste/wax? Thank you again!

[@909sickle]

Would you consider "butcher block butter" to be paste wax? (Beeswax + mineral oil) Since it's wax + oil?

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

Yes. That is a type of paste wax.

[@michaeldoto4673]

When making your own paste wax, if it does not turn out the way you want it, can you remelt it and add more wax or oil depending on the desired consistency?

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

so true. it is an incredibly flexible substance.

[@gabrielrodriguez2999]

Can I use the minwax paste to coat my tools after a vinegar soak?

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

Sure. That would be a good choice.

[@gabrielrodriguez2999]

@@WoodByWrightHowTo Awesome, thank you for the reply!

[@maximilianogaggini5959]

hey, i don´t mean to be rude, but i don´t get the joke. Is carnauba a bad choice?

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

if you google Brazilian wax you will see. but yes carnauba is a great wax. it is a bit hard, but that can be just what you want on some projects.

[@maximilianogaggini5959]

@@WoodByWrightHowTo Ja, LOL, now I get it... Thanks, and yes, I love the stuff, I mix it in equal parts with the beeswax in most of my potions.

[@chancebutler6472]

tyy

[@snakeplisken2123]

HELP ANYONE: I put 5 coats of hard wax finish on a table top I sanded between coats but the finish is still slightly uneven. Can I go over the top with Briwax and polish it to get an even coat or should I try to keep going with the hard wax finish?

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

You have me a bit confused. Hard wax is something that just goes on in one coat. Every coat after that won't adhere to the previous coat. If you send me some pictures and email I'd be glad to help you out and answer the questions. I don't always see replies on here. Sorry. [e-mail]

[@snakeplisken2123]

@@WoodByWrightHowTo thanks I’ll send photos tomorrow with the product I used and try to hilight my problem. Maybe it’s not hard wax. It’s a hardwood floor finish definitely a blend of solvent oil and wax it smells like tong oil and thinner.

[@scottmarshall6766]

Boiled or not boiled? Thanks, I'm a carver and this has been on my list for a while. I'm going to look up your other video. (subbed as well). I'm thinking it's time to run a few small lots and see how they work on my carvings. The non-toxic oil, wax and wood combo would be great for toys. The young ones can chew at will with no danger. I have the beeswax and mineral oil, think I'm out of boiled linseed (gotta go look but I know it was nearly gone last time I used it). I've never used the raw linseed, what are the differences? I'm guessing the raw cures (polymerizes) more slowly? It it worth buying a can to add it to the lineup or does boiled serve the same purpose? Can you buy a can of raw and boil half yourself? (I'm a low volume/small projects kind of user). Is Tung oil a good option? (think I have that) Thanks again!

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

I use boiled lentil oil for my wood finish wax and I use raw for my rust protectant and lubricant wax. The raw will cure much slower whereas boiled linseed oil will cure overnight. If you get boiled linseed oil from the store I would not suggest using it on things people would chew on as it has chemical dryers in it. The stuff I use is boiled and cereal I've made it home so that is safe to eat. I have a video on making your own BLO if you want to see that. Tongue oil is very similar to linseed oil. It comes from the tongue tree in Asia.

[@scottmarshall6766]

@@WoodByWrightHowTo Thanks!

[@deemdoubleu]

Anyone, what would you recommend as a finish for some hand made step ladders I have made from American Ash? Currently they are unfinished as I cannot decide what to do with them.

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

That really comes down to a personal choice. For me. I would definitely go with a boiled linseed oil and paste wax finish, but that's mostly because I just love the feel of it. I'm not a fan of a film finish particularly than something that you're going to be handling. But that being said, it's not a very protective finish.

[@deemdoubleu]

@@WoodByWrightHowTo Thanks James, I have been thinking Rustin's Plastic Coat because I have used it on other stuff and it is really hard wearing but this video got me thinking mainly since I've never used paste wax. Cheers!

[@michaels.8663]

Very nice! I bet that would put a great finish on that "Dome" I see in all your video's! Ha!

[@terminsane]

Dont search KZbin for "wax from Brazil". You will regret it.

[@PaganWizard]

I prefer my women to use it.

[@MrArthoz]

Too late...

[@mikel4510]

Ummm, rust is oxidation of metal - it does not "penetrate" from the environment and paste wax does not block rust. A decent paste wax blocks oxygen containing things like water and air from touching the metal surface which will prevent new rust from forming.

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

I love arguments around semantics. Lol

[@mikel4510]

@@WoodByWrightHowTo It's not about semantics, it is precision. But, I suppose if you want to cut a piece of lumber into 12" lengths, you'd be happy with pieces about a foot and a half long. Plus, when you say things like that you sound pretty stupid.

[@kleomacdonald]

I just googled Brazilian Wax and my wife was beside me. She wasn’t impressed now that your laughing it was just a joke she wasn’t beside me nor did I google it. Thanks for the great video! And the laugh!

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

Lol thanks for the laughs!

[@petersmedley459]

Very helpful, thankyou James! As an aside, in the UK we don’t have Minwax but we do have Briwax, now in resurgence after company administration and factory fire. It is made up of Beeswax and Carnauba wax (plus solvent). I looked up Carnauba Wax...I hope it tickles you to know that Carnauba Wax is also known as Brazil Wax!! It also comes in a cream (I use it to soften leathery...er...I mean to soften leather)....

[@terrulian]

I've used paste wax over oil for finishes for years, and on saws and planes. But I never considered putting it on my clamps and workbench. Brilliant! Thanks!

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

it is good on everything. Even bald heads!

[@terrulian]

Well, I'm getting there! Thanks again, James.

[@dsbeesapiaryupdate8759]

I don't laugh often at your dad jokes, but this time I laughed hard! Thank you.

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

LOL glad I can be here to help!

[@theanarchistcook]

I used to work at the Howard's factory in Paso Robles. They have some good stuff. I still use their leather conditioner.

[@johnbesharian9965]

When I went back to Fort Ord, by Monterey, CA., as permanent party in early '60 & before I went to West Germany in late '61, I went twice to both Camp Roberts by Paso Robles and the Hunter Liggett Military Reservation by King City which is about 25/30 miles to the north. A lot of rolling hills, grassland and scattered oaks all around that had some pretty decent Black Tails (a smaller version of the Mule Deer).

[@MCsCreations]

Fantastic, James! Thanks a lot for all the tips! 😃 BTW, I'm from Brazil and I'm sending you some wax. 😬 Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

LOL thanks man!

[@lolomo781]

Brazilian wax😂

[@gbluetoo]

Did you not know that on Amazon (of course, where else?), they have Mothers Brazilian Carnauba Wax? No Dad joke :grin:

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

LOL I have seen that so good!

[@P010010010100101]

You totally got me with the Brazilian wax joke! I thought, "What? Wax from Brazil...why does that matter?" I got it just as I started typing it into Google. Thanks. I feel like a dummy.

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

Lol I get comments on that one all the time. It's a good head slapping moment

[@booshong]

Your confusion is honestly warranted, because carnauba wax is from Brazil, and is actually sometimes called "Brazil wax"

[@johnbesharian9965]

@@booshong, and "The Wife" looks at you and says: "Sure it is", with "That" look in her eye. Um hmm?

[@ragnorockcookie2868]

Bro I know that type lube bottle lol

[@512bb]

I knew you were the man when you warned me about the dangers of Brazilian wax!

[@DanHoke]

I'm a big fan of Briwax as a wood topcoat. It is _very_ soft, which may or may not work with your process, but it's really convenient to apply.

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

That is good stuff for sure. Especially in Europe where you can't get a lot of the other waxes that are around here.

[@morefiction3264]

That's what I did to make my mustache wax except it's coconut oil and beeswax.

[@prashpanch]

Can i use paste wax on pine veeners Kindly suggest what will be good for pine veeners Current tlme is 02-48 pm I ( 9:16 INDIA)

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

If you're talking about using it as a finish over the top then yes. The kind really doesn't matter that much. It is just a personal preference.

[@Ben_Lehnert]

Well, if you put up a recipe, I'd go and copy&paste it... ;-)

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

I have the mixes I use ont he how to make it video. there is a link to it in the cards and description. have fun with it!

[@k1u0]

I was under the impression that linseed oil was non toxic but boiled linseed oil was toxic. Can anyone confirm or deny this?

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

if you buy the BLO from the store most of them would be considered toxic. it is the same with raw linseed oil unless it is for consumption or sold as pure. but if you make the BLO at home and do not use dryers then it is perfectly safe.

[@scottwebb3808]

If I apply this finish to a stained surface will the added thinner ruin the color of the stain?

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

Not if the stained surface is cured.

[@ryanallthewiser]

Let’s wax things! Wax on wax off!!

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

oh I should have put that one in there. LOL

[@mohammadabdullah6707]

I am living in Malaysia where tools are horribly expensive. No planers. No miter saw. No bench top saw. He'll... No saw!! (just kidding) I want to make a somewhat cutting board table top island. I am thinking of adding dye and coffee and wood stains and other things to some to some cheap 1 by 2's on the on the long end of the green (not the wide end) but the 1" end. Then, I will glue them altogether - hopefully they will be straight! - and sand them down. Question : Will the stain penetrate enough that I can sand (a little) and still keep the color? After that I want to put in some - I think! - mineral oil, then top it off with Johnson's paste wax? Any thoughts?

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

It depends on the stain. Some of them will go in a decent distance and some of them just sit on the top. It also depends on how much sanding you're wanting to do for you. If you're talking a very light grit like 400 then you're probably not going to hurt the stain at all. But if you're going something pretty coarse then you could eat through very quickly.

[@mohammadabdullah6707]

@@WoodByWrightHowTo Thank you so very much, sir.

[@my_flippin_journey]

*"Go Talk to Your Wife"* .. 🤣 On a serious note .. I need advice. I've searching for hrs on KZbin and I still haven't found my answers .. I have a cedar dresser I want to sand down to remove damage/scratches. I want to retain the cedar aroma, as well as highlight the grain. What do I use on it? *Please Help Me and Please be Nice .. Clearly I have No Idea what I'm Doing* TIA

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

Usually you don't finish the cedar at all on the inside and that keeps the aroma. If you seal it with most any protective finish it slows down or stops the scent altogether. Feel free to send me some pictures or further information. I'd be glad to help. The best way to get in touch with me is an email. There's a contact me form on my website or my email is in the about tab here on KZbin. Sorry I probably won't see a reply to this as those don't pop up. Just the first comment.

[@my_flippin_journey]

@@WoodByWrightHowTo *Thank You* .. *Happy Holidays*

[@tekanger975]

I found the answer to my boiled vs raw linseed oil question in the comments below, so ignor my previous comment except for the "good info" part. Thanks!

[@ChrisStCyr-gnt7]

Thanks for validating my choice to finish lots of projects with wax or oil. I think they are great finished but not my wife. I thought I was the only one to wax my tools, so thanks for that too.

[@alext8828]

I have a question about putting wax on the shoe of a plane. Can't that contaminate the wood and interfere with any coating you want to apply?

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

You would think that would be a problem but in practice and in reality it is not a problem at all.

[@alext8828]

@@WoodByWrightHowTo Got it, thanx.

[@longdriver2]

If you use wax paper on a metal slide at the playgroung it really, really makes things zoom.

[@shorthairtwin]

Thanks for the good information and love the Brazil joke!!

[@leoardohotrolit5495]

For a second I thought that there was something deeply wrong about carnauba.

[@mmgross144]

Cool-ass shirt dude! But seriously, do you have build videos on your frame saws?

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

Yes. I have actually made two or three videos making frame saws in the past. there a lot of fun.

[@rawr2u190]

Brazillian wax joke: lol I thought it was about carnuba wax at first

[@kynaliarose5950]

This was awesome and super concise. Honestly. This was so helpful.

[@henrycruz45cal]

Good for leather too. Use it on your rifle slings

[@JoelWetzel]

Thanks. You talk with your hands almost as much as my father. Peace.

[@mohdhairudin86]

Good for skateboarding

[@mirceacostineanu4103]

i am curios Why you sad that about carnauba wax???i would really want to know...even better,make a video about it..that would be interesting,very interesting :D

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

It is a joke. look up the term "Brazilian wax"

[@jmerritt23]

I am refurbishing some old wooden sash double hung windows and want to lubricate the sliding surfaces of the sashes etc. I have a tube of Porter cable lube wax #44914 What do you think? Thx, Jeff

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

I am not familiar with the stuff. traditionally paste wax was used when the storm windows were changed.

[@joflipsit]

I’m using paste wax for the first time as a top coat for both the painted surface and the raw wood. The painted surface came out with a mild sheen but the wood still looks like raw wood (even though it is water resistant now). Any tips to getting a sheen on the wood. Thanks for the vid.

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

for the sheen it comes down to how you polish it on there. you need to burnish the wood. this might help you. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pHO0aHxqarOAprM

[@joeleonetti8976]

I think Fine Woodworking did a review of paste wax a decade ago. If I recall, all paste waxes did pretty good. It made me worry less about which one.

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

Right on. It's an incredibly flexible substance.

[@garryr]

So in the case of refinishing for whatever reason, just sand, clean and reapply? Whole project or can you "spot refinish" with an oil wax?

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

It depends on the finish you use. The paste wax goes on top of the finish to polish it out.

[@jimguyette4737]

Would it be appropriate to apply wax on the top surface at the glue line to avoid problems with glue squeeze out when edge gluing boards for a table top?

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

You could, but you will almost always need to flatten the joint so it won't save much time. At least if I understand the question.

[@ABaumstumpf]

I would not use beeswax as a base for lubrication as it is quite sticky actually. So for that a normal candle-wax is better.

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

I actually like that aspect of it as it holds to the steel longer and will provide the lubrication much longer. It doesn't actually produce any resistance as it has a slightly more tacky surface but it does stay longer on the surface providing more lubrication for longer. Not a huge fan of paraffin wax myself as it rubs off very quickly.

[@HunterValleyDan]

Hi from Australia James! I know I'm a bit late to the channel and video but I couldn't help myself. Really good video mate. I never thought of using a hard wax on my tools for rust prevention. I have made paste wax from beeswax + linseed oil, beeswax + Danish oil (natural - without additives), beeswax + coconut oil, beeswax + neatsfoot oil. I use the beeswax/linseed paste for wood that is going to be used outdoors. Eg. axe handles, rakes, furniture etc. The beeswax/Danish oil for indoor wood or small items. Eg. furniture, small tool handles etc. The beeswax/coconut oil for chopping boards etc. Lastly, the beeswax/neatsfoot oil for leatherwork. Like you, I love the stuff! My wife warns our visitors that if they sit still for too long they will get a coat of Danish oil paste wax! (My favourite. :) Another use for the softer linseed paste wax is I push the tips of screws and nails into the wax before using them. Particularly for hardwood. I find they go in much better, cause less splitting and give the nail/screw a nice coating to help prevent rust. I look forward to watching your future videos and catching up on your past ones. Cheers.

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

Nice. I love how flexible paste wax is. You can come in so many different forms and so many different uses.

[@sob1843]

Informative thanks

[@travel734]

I have started to use a polissoir (made from broom straw) instead of steel wool so that I do not get any stray bits of steel on the surface. It works well on a flat surface. For curved surfaces I use white abrasive pads.

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

Right on. A lot of people like using those. It's especially good for hard wax or frinch polished surface.

[@getenlightened]

My last workbench top had shellac and then paste wax. Now I'm wondering if I can skip the shellac and just use paste wax. Only thing is I don't want the bench top to be too slick. Maybe I should only use beeswax on the work bench?

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

I just use boiled linseed oil and paste wax. Gives a good working surface. and over time you're going to be spelling other finishes and things on there anyways.

[@getenlightened]

@@WoodByWrightHowTo Ok, thanks for the reply.

[@edwardmirza]

Is there any wax which dries super hard, but allows you to layer it up and buff it before it cures, for a super shiny hard finish with absolutely no paint brush marks, dust, etc?

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

In that case you would probably want to use hard wax. It's a type of finish which is and is not a wax. But it's one coat rather than being built up over many coats. The two main brands are Rubio monacoat and Osmo.

[@edwardmirza]

@@WoodByWrightHowTo Hey, thanks very much. Do you think it would be tough enough for a coffee table top? Do you think the users would need to use coasters?

[@eross21]

maybe i missed it in the video. but how do you adjust the shine of the surface with wax? i’d like to have a satin finish , but on other products a gloss finish. is there a buffing technique to adjust this?

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

The shine is dependent upon what you put underneath the wax. And how you polish that. The wax just fills in imperfections of the surface. So if you want a matte finish, usually a simple oil like BLO and then paste wax will give you what you want. If you want high shine then you use a poly or shellac and then apply your past wax.

[@eross21]

@@WoodByWrightHowTo ogh so you can oil, and then wax over that? interesting. thanks. i’ll try that

[@rjtumble]

Cool stuff, thanks. Is raw linseed oil like BLO in that you have to be careful about the rags when you're done (fire danger)?

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

yes, but not quite as much. but it is the same with any oil finish. even the oil based paints and poly. I have a video showing it catching on fire if you want to see what all it takes and how to easily avoid it.

[@rjtumble]

@@WoodByWrightHowTo Thanks! I remember that video, I just couldn't remember if the processing into BLO was what did it. You're always a great resource.

[@Ivanhoe52]

Do you use hard wax pucks on projects also, or just on tools? And how can we dye the wax? That would have been a great tutorial.

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

Generally the hard wax is just for lubrication and rust prevention. Though I know a few people who will use it to polish it into a wood surface. You just have to heat it up either through friction or a heat gun to get it down into the wood. I know some people will add dye when they're mixing it. I don't as I generally just prefer the look of oiled wood.

[@Ivanhoe52]

@@WoodByWrightHowTo Thank you so much for the answer. Luckily I have the heat gun already, for posible woodbending. I just have to figure out what kind of dye to use for it, although I also love natural look. I love your jokes. 🙂 Greetings from Croatia

[@silver-hy6mi]

Your hard wax can you use paraffin wax?( candle wax)

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

Sure. You can use any wax you want.

[@piousminion7822]

I googled about wax from brazil, but all I got was links about "a brazillian wax", as in, hair removal from intimate areas. ..and something about carnuba wax being bad for the environment. Can you provide a link or something if there is a REAL problem?

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

it is a joke about how painful getting a brazillian wax is.

[@brunofeitosafl]

As a Brazilian I didn't know about Brazilian wax...

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

LOL it is not a very fun time!

[@nicholasschrader9161]

nice channel but ive never seen a video of your where you actually showed something you built?

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

I have a build video that comes out every saturday. Most people just want to watch the how-to videos that come out on Thursday or the shorts that come out all the other days. But I have a build video every week.

[@williamfitzer4805]

You apply the paste wax to raw wood before staining or finishing from there?

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

No. the paste wax is usually the last thing to go on. after stain or protective finish.

[@williamfitzer4805]

Wood By Wright How 2 ok. That is what I thought and have done for years. I have used paste wax to lube raw wood drawer runners.

[@paultapping9510]

would a BLO/paraffin mix be a good idea for refurbing an untreated wood chess set? I'm thinking hardwearing is better.

[@kennethnielsen3864]

22nd.

[@ronniesolomon5235]

you should sell the wax you make

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

I have had a few people say that. we will see. It would not be a cheap wax, but I might have to.

[@terminsane]

Id like to see a video on doing miters for box sides, with nothing but a router table & straight router bit.

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

that would be interesting, but I do not do power tools on this channel. sorry this one is all about hand tools. maybe some day I will start another channel for that.

[@almogyarkony181]

For all my tools I just use a candle wax, it works the same and it's cheaper.

[@almogyarkony181]

@Randy Bingham I don't live in the US, I have to order bees wax from ebay and it costs triple

[@JoeBob79569]

I made my first attempt at paste wax a few days ago.I just threw a night light candle and two cap fulls of BLO into a cup, and then into the microwave for a minute or two. Its still a block, and it popped out of the cup quite easily, but it's slightly soft. It's hard when I pick it up initially, but I can feel it go soft in my hand in a few seconds. But it's so easy to do that I think I'll make a harder one later. And maybe a softer batch too. Still, I've never used a proper "store" paste wax so I don't know how good mine really is. I guess time will tell.

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

right on. sounds like fun! if you don't like the consistency you can always melt it down and add more oil or wax.

[@JoeBob79569]

@@WoodByWrightHowTo Ah, I didn't even consider that, Doh! But yes, definitely something to keep in mind, especially you want a particular hardness. You don't want to end up with 10 soft blocks and no candles left when the power goes out! I wonder how a paste wax candle would work.. I might throw the wick back into a batch someday and see what happens when I light it..

[@MatthewMakesAU]

Do you find that the beeswax is sticky?

[@WoodByWrightHowTo]

It is a much softer wax than some of the others like paraffin but I like that as it's easier to clean up. Some people like a harder wax like paraffin.