How To Wax Canvas/ Tutorial

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Ok folks, just so I don't get asked for 100th time, I did end up heating the knife to cut the wax . I thought I was recording but didn't 🤷‍♂️🤦‍♂️ Thanks for Watching and hope you enjoyed it 😊

[@davidlord5664]

Would you do both sides of the canvas if you were making a poncho. Like a world war 2 style poncho. That’s kinda what im going for. I just wanted to see if you’d give some advice on the process it would be soft something like this.

[@smcewen7]

Thanks,What's the ratio for each wax.I may have missed it in the video.

[@TheBoatPirate]

To break up the wax, use a cloth bag and a hammer on an uneven surface, much easier than cutting. A hot knife works too. Good stuff.

[@Микаэльножницы]

This industry used to be huge. Now it’s rarely more than a small venture for customized bags. Really just sad how we’ve thrown away and forgotten old technology.

[@ChrisRedfield--]

Plastics will be replaced slowly by the old fashion technology.

[@diligentsun1154]

The Public School was very successful in turning Americans into uneducated consumers. The spell has been lifted, for we Special Few, who Seek.

[@michaelheurkens4538]

Hi. To help prevent the wax from setting so fast, I use my heat gun to preheat the canvas in small areas. I find it makes applying the wax easier and a bit faster because the wax does not set as fast on the cold tarp. If there is a seam, be sure to heat it enough for the wax to penetrate all the way through the entire seam especially into the thread holes. Be careful not to melt the thread if is synthetic. Cheers.

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Very good 👍🏻

[@lukedorrington7455]

How much wax does this process use? I have a 5ft x 8ft canvas I want to do this to just want to know how much wax I need to buy roughly

[@graywhite1529]

this mix comes in handy when treating axe and hammer handles, just heat it up with a fan or over a flame and rub it in after application

[@perpetualflame]

His method produces a more uniform application and... It's easier lol

[@dandelionstars]

if you freeze your wax blocks, then grate them, they melt more evenly and faster.

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Thank you, I'll try that 😊

[@jas20per]

You omitted the most important ingredient. Because the two waxes you have recommended are hard and get harder over time so in many cases the canvas or cotton threads can break in the material if subject to constant movement. The addition of "Petroleum Jelly" keeps the waxes supple.

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Right on 👍🏻

[@bloodborne6]

What ratio do u recommend?

[@jas20per]

@@bloodborne6 Usually 10% of the total weight of wax, though in colder climates up to 20% stops the wax hardening to much.

[@AussieArchery]

Yep petroleum jelly or even paraffin/ mineral oil works too

[@Gator-357]

Put your wax in the freezer for about 20 min. to harden it then grate it or use a chisel or similar to shave it down so it'll melt faster and more evenly and prevent scorching it. I also add some coconut oil and/or olive oil at about 10:1 to keep it softer and from being so crumbly after it's applied and help it set into the fabric a bit better, IMO. Plus you can use the leftover wax for you tool handles, boots, sheaths and anything leather and as a chapstick or for dry, cracked hands and it works as a lube for squeaky hinges and whatnot and as a fire starter/extender. I put mine in little tins and keep them in my packs

[@kibonge61]

Hi that mix sounds good.10 parts coconut/olive oil to 1 part wax?

[@jabby4201]

@@kibonge61 opposite. if u did 10 parts olive oil might as well put ur canvas on the stove and start cooking it...jokes aside, 10 parts should be wax to 1 part oil. Any more oil and it wouldn't make sense cus you know.. your waxing it, not oiling it.

[@kibonge61]

🤣🤣🤣true true thanks for reply i will do my bell tent in summer

[@bigoldgrizzly]

Absolutely the best method, freezer and chisel ......Unless you buy pelleted wax in the first place - doesn't seem to cost any more per pound. Clear mineral oil [I use baby oil] up to about 20% gives a more flexible finished tarp, best mix for lightweight cloaks or jackets , B.L.O. works OK but is strong smelling cures slowly and dries stiff..Might be an advantage if doing hats or canvas packs, or anything that you want to dry stiff

[@jwgbmp40]

anyone try a little linseed oil? I am thinking about that. any advice?

[@another3997]

Another option if you don't have a heat gun is to put a sheet of greaseproof paper on top of the fabric and use a clothes iron. Without steam of course. 😁

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Definitely 👍

[@michaelxwhite]

Probably cheaper this way?

[@wjcferguson]

Or even without the paper, if you have an abandoned basic clothing iron that could be repurposed as a "waxing iron"? They tend to be easy to find. I used to use one for ski waxing and it worked well there. The ski method is to hold the block of wax on the iron to drip it on, and then spread it around, but that probably wouldn't work well with an absorbent surface. So perhaps the melting and brushing would still be needed.

[@fxm5715]

I eyeball a 3:1 wax to turpentine mix (adding turps to wax after melting) so that the fluidity isn't completely dependent on heat while still applying plenty of wax to the surface. It definitely helps with evenness and saturation. Yes, it does mean you have to wait for the turps to evaporate, but still seems to speed up the whole process and produces good results with less time and less heat, especially if doing several pieces together.

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Right on 👊🏻

[@RI-ns8wz]

I am from Argentina, and I've been "winterizing" my boots (and the missus too, or I am dead, You know), shoes (even the expensive ones) for years now. And I use a lot less turpentine....say 10% by weight and yes: It surely helps!!

[@fxm5715]

@@RI-ns8wz I'll have to try it with less solvent next time. Thanks for the tip. I started doing it this way because of my experience using the classic wood treatment made from wax, turpentine, and linseed oil. The linseed oil would be bad since it cures hard and will crack and potentially damage the fibers. But now that I think of it, a bit of neats foot oil in the mix might be a good thing.

[@garethphipps5360]

Cracking video, I’ve been searching for a budget waterproof poncho for some time, now I’m going to use this method on my cotton poncho I already have! You saved my budget and got a new subscriber. Thanks again for such a well considered tutorial

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Well good deal 👌 👍🏻 Glad you enjoyed and hope it helps Thank you 😊

[@joaquing7003]

I’m thinking of making the same. How does it hold up? Any rain where you are yet

[@jeffreycoulter4095]

This was a damn good video. More useful information in 10 minutes than in most 1 hour videos. Keep it up. I'm going to look for your oiled cloth video.

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Well thank you 😊

[@ArielleViking]

Nice idea to use a double boiler (that can in a pot of water) to melt the wax. Waxed canvas is so useful, awesome "how to" video. 💯❤👍

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Thank you

[@TheLawrence1999]

I did a tarp the same way but during the summer time and just let my tarp sit out in the daytime and warm up, and it def helped alot with the blending process.

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Right on 👍🏻

[@SidorenkoAaron]

I use a old iron, one without water/steam ports on the bottom to iron in the wax. I also put a touch of resin with the wax to make it less sticky on warmer days

[@hal32024]

I can't believe you don't have more people checking your channel out. You need more subscriptions! I just added one.

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Well, thank you very much 😁 Feel free to share. I appreciate that

[@ABaumstumpf]

If the wax is hard (frozen) you might want to use an old cheese-grater - works wonders and makes the melting more even. For melting - pre-heat the wax if you can. Like lettings it sit on a radiator (in the cold times), or toss it in the oven after using it. You can even use the microwave but be warned it is dangerous: only for a short time and only to get it a bit warm and softer - you do not want to melt it unless you know what you are doing (or you are fine with an exploding wax-fire). The wax can be mixed with other things depending on the needs or what you like: Parafine-wax is really cheap and more slippery, pine resin (sticky, smells nice), tallow ( supple), turpentine (better spreading). It helps if you can pre-heat the fabric and the surface you are working on - if you have a work-table you can just use a hair-dryer or hotgun to heat up the surface and then heat up the canvas - this will make the wax stay liquid for longer so it can penetrate the fabric far easier, faster and more evenly. once you are done you can leave the wax in the melting-container if you do not need that for anything else. Otherwise make sure to pour it out while it is still hot.

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Very good 👍🏻

[@kholtzen1]

Pretty cool Ray ... might have to give that a try!!! I also enjoyed the Flemish twist video.... thanks for posting.

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Thanks Kurt 😊 It's pretty easy

[@ajw8383]

Could also use turpentine or some other kind of thinning agent to help the wax penetrate and then set when the agent dries off

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Yes 👍🏻

[@cheryldenkins1597]

My dads old waxed canvas tarps smelled like crayons. Very interesting. Thank you.

[@usernick8928]

Man... That works way better than the rub on method, not to mention the heat gun vs. a hair dryer. I've seen some folks use microcrystaline wax instead of parafin because it's more flexible, but I can't imagine that being an issue on a ground cloth.

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Yah man 👍 That's what I wanted to use but couldn't find any around here 🤷‍♂️ Thanks Nick

[@garyd.1377]

@@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors Would you still need the beeswax?

[@smoothvern165]

Sweet! I have some bags like those that really need to be waxed. Great how-to video!

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Thanks Vern Hope it helps

[@rajibjoshi9647]

This kind of craft is worth learning especially if you are into outdoor activities leatherwork weaving rope making simple but essential for basic outdoor gear which inturn is part of basic survival great skill to have

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

👍🏻

[@bigfranksworld]

Pretty cool. I have never seen that done. Might give it a try! Thanks for the video

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

😁👍🏻

[@loneoaksurvival]

Nice video I enjoyed it. I used the wax and heat gun method on my winter coat that's duck canvas and a winter camouflage top that I made from a drop cloth works very well.

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Right on 👍🏻

[@PinetreeLine]

Very cool process Ray. I especially enjoyed it when you brought out the cleaver 😂. Looks good afterwards and will provide that extra protection. Thanks brother!

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Yah, I really thought the cleaver would do the job 🤷‍♂️ Glad you enjoyed it Doug 😊

[@dhrpro1]

Thanks a bunch freind. I like vintage hunting apparel and was wanting to learn how this is done. I appreciate your putting out this video. Be safe out there.

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

I'm glad you found it helpful and enjoyable Thanks for Watching

[@larrymackey8049]

The sound effects made when trying to break the wax were hilarious!!!🤣

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

😁👊🏻

[@FowlersMakeryandMischief]

thats cool

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

😊👍

[@elfillari]

To get wax penetrate best to the canvas, you can put the canvas🎉 after swiped with the wax to the siphon under the pressure, then heat the cylinder slightly with heat gun. After a while release the cylinder from pressure and voila, you have a perfect oiled canvas!😊

[@DeanFromTexas]

Excellent video! I really enjoyed this. It gives me an idea on the time involved in waxing a 10x10, or 12x12 canvas tarp also. Keep 'em coming sir!

[@davidscherer2644]

I also am thinking about making a 12×12, I hope yours comes out well!

[@diligentsun1154]

I think I'm gonna do this to my complete shelter half puptent. Might take a week or two, but it'll be worth it, to be more water proof. Might need 10 times the amount of wax, too

[@ArielleViking]

A cosmetic hot waxing pot (used in waxing salons) would work well for this too. 👍

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Good to know 👍 Thank you

[@davidthomas-ly6tu]

I just use lemon pledge, the spray-on furniture wax. You'd be amazed at how quick and easy you can waterproof a jacket or a coat.

[@canadianehbignorth7325]

I did it to a couple 4x7 ground cloths and my wife wouldn't let me use her hairdryer so I used her iron instead. She doesn't use it often so she doesn't know about it yet. Might be I should replace it before she finds out...

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

😂😂👍🏻

[@AaronHendu]

I got my own iron for $1 at the salvation army. Maybe you should get one so ya dont ruin your wife's lol

[@CarlKem]

You can also use a fine cheese grater and grate the wax onto the tarp, then let it sit in a desert sun for a day. BTDT long ago.

[@CSGraves]

I wish I had a spare, clean brush the last time I was waxing fabric! Had to settle for a plastic spoon. 😅 Per breaking the wax up, rather than getting one big chunk in one fell swoop, I'd whittle a bunch of wax on to a newspaper which I could then use to funnel the shavings into a jar for future use. Yeah, it's a little time intensive, but the resulting wax flakes melt pretty quickly.

[@mkcollectibles3129]

Very interesting combo.seems easy but bet I could mess it up lol Nice as always Ray!

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

😄 Thanks Chris

[@TheRaginghalfasian]

good tutorial, the other one i watched previously didnt use the brush in conjunction with the hot air gun like you did, i like your way better.

[@benibluefoe]

Grate the wax and spread like cheese on pizza then use a heat gun. No worries about fire or spilling boiling water/hot wax. Works faster and safer than the melt method. Also, paraffin is highly flammable, so avoiding open flames near paraffin makes sense. And I only use wax. no paraffin.

[@graywhite1529]

can use a hot iron and a sheet of Al foil, also you can grate the wax for quicker melting

[@carolyncarpenter9682]

Some Hunting leggings and pants come with this when new but need a reapplication over time. Good video😁 Ed c

[@73FORGE]

Nice! 🍺

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

😊👊

[@redbonegirl1757]

Can I just say how much I LOVE how masculine this video is?!! Love it! Thx

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

😁thanks

[@smcewen7]

I use a small crock pot,work well and don't have to worry about fire.

[@dozerboy67]

Outstanding video and info friend, I learned from another video that you can substitute the round wax toilet rings instead of buying wax or paraffin, it’s much cheaper! 🙏💪💪

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Much appreciated 🙏 Yes, that's a great tip Thanks for Watching

[@dozerboy67]

@@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors you betcha! 😃

[@muhsinbustillo]

Not sure how I am only just discovering your channel mate. Awesome vid and great content! Greetings from Western Australia.

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Glad you found me 😁👍 Thanks for Watching

[@malboro1600]

Excellent video thanks for sharing 👌

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Much appreciated 👊🏻

[@jerrybowman501]

Great job Ray, great video! You have me inspired to wax some items. I am learning to sew, maybe when I ready to get a sewing machine I will get one that can do canvas.

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Good deal 👌 Thanks for Watching Jerry

[@campervanbug7658]

Speedy stich

[@gregknight293]

........Very handy craftsman ideas....good work. Hope you made it through the snowstorm with no damage...it looked rough on interactive radar.....

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Thanks Greg Yah, we're okay. Gotta a little iffy but so far so good 👍 Thanks for Watching

[@HeartlandMakesAndOutdoors]

Another excellent video my friend. Here is a fun story, I dont know if you have ever heard of frog lube. Long story short, you rub it into your gun barrel for example, use the heat gun and melt it into the metal wipe of the excess etc, good lube stuff,. I took it to work and a buddy of mine may or may not have melted some components on the desk at work. hehehe. DOnt tell on me. Thanks for sharing this video with us and I hope you have a blessed week. Dale

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

🤣 thanks Dale

[@pablobartelotte4553]

If y'all gonna do it indoors use a small crock pot. Walmart has personal size crock pot for about $10-$15. Much less danger of fire.

[@rockeastwood]

Super cool. Seems easy enough if you have the tools. I have wax I never used that came w/my Fjallraven jacket. Wonder if that's the same type? I never even looked how to apply it. I suppose I should have lol. Good vid. These kind of videos are very helpful to people I think. You're a good teacher. I will try on my jacket. Thanks.

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Yah man 👍 I'm guessing they have some different ingredients for "easy" application but same principle. Their's is meant to be rubbed on with friction then use a hair dryer afterwards to melt into fabric. I'm sure they have a "HowTo " video about. Thanks again Rockie 😁

[@davidlee8551]

Thank you for the informative video!

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Thanks David ,hope it helped. I'm just winging like everyone else

[@joeltowle2737]

Sorta reminds me of my old Filson Brush Pants, somewhat similar!

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Yes sir 👍

[@RayburnClipper]

Nice Job, I mix a Greenland style wax which is 10%beeswax and 90% paraffin. Similar outcome.

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Yah man 👍🏻

[@stirfrywok2927]

Love it. Think I'll give it a bash. Thanks very much

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Right on

[@macgyver5108]

2:10 maybe try preheating the cleaver along the cutting edge with boiling water. "Like a hot knife through -butter- wax!"

[@OverOnTheWildSide]

I was thinking you might’ve been able to heat up the cleaver blade to cut the wax. Is the paraffin wax mostly just to make the beeswax go further since it’s more expensive?

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Yah, I did end up heating up the knife just didn't get it on film. And yes, thought that would help make beeswax go further.

[@OverOnTheWildSide]

@@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors good to know, thanks. I’m planning to do some of this soon.

[@OverOnTheWildSide]

One year later I’m finally gonna give it a try.

[@joshuadocter2277]

Awesome. Thanks for sharing!

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

You're welcome 😊

[@garywheeley5108]

If you put mineral spirit in with the wax about 30%lay it on with a paint brush the hang it in a shed till the smell goes ....

[@BBQDad463]

Thanks for this excellent video! 😎

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Thank you 😊

[@quinntheeskimooutdoors6234]

Looks good. Thanks for showing us. Take care.

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Dude, I'm glad you showed up 👍 KZbin and Instagram have decided for me who I see 🤦‍♂️ Thank you 😊

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Yep, just came over and I was un subscribed 😔 I'm back

[@susant8809]

thanks for your instruction another option for wax heating is using a very simple inexpensive wax warmer/old crockpot your wife prolly has that laying around-

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Thank you. Yes she does but I wasn't allowed to use it 😔 🙃 😅 Thanks for Watching and stay tuned, I've got some other waxing stuff coming soon. Thanks for Watching

[@markstambaugh3273]

Thanks, A really interesting video.

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Thanks for Watching

[@jons2447]

Thank you, Ray!

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

You're welcome 😊 Thanks for Watching

[@jameschristelcasucci7235]

thanks for this great video. very informative

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

No problem 👍 Glad you enjoyed it

[@pdloder]

I listen to this with the screen off, it sounded like an SNL skit😂

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

🤣

[@jameskleist9176]

As I was watching your vidio I was thinking to put the canvas in the dryer to worm it up, then put the wax on the canvas wile it is worm.

[@CarolinaChrisOutdoors]

That’ll work 👍🏻

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

😁👍

[@fattyfat-fat6639]

I have heard of old timers using both turp, and a few squirts of linseed oil in the mix when treating "tin pants." Do you have an opinion on that, and especially on using the linseed. -Tankx

[@Ouachita.Mule.School]

I love it buddy! Bout to have to do the same thing

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

😁 fun stuff 👍🏻

[@joannekeefe426]

Great video

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Well thank you 😊

[@EggFeathersHomestead]

I am looking forward to trying this!

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

It's very easy 👍😊

[@jaynemeyer8277]

Old crock pot or Potpourri pot works awesome for melting

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

That's right Jayne. Or Fondu pot Thanks for Watching

[@LaurentGouzouAKALynx]

Nice project Buddy 👌👏👍👊✌️🍻

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Thanks man 👊

[@Ms_AP_]

You could heat the wax with a hot plate too

[@hansmyrskog2535]

Great video thanks

[@801Outdoors]

Awesome ray I might give this one a try

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Thanks Jeremy 😊

[@4x4vania]

I’ve been using a crockpot to melt wax.

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

👍🏻

[@lisadean538]

I heat my knife before cutting the wax.....like a hot knife through butter! Works a treat. 😉

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Yes mam 😅 I did end up doing that and camera wasn't rolling 🤦‍♂️ Thanks for Watching

[@jrleathergoodsco.5680]

Good job 👍🏻

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Thank you

[@karltorok5906]

For pieces that small could you have put them into an over at 200 degrees to aid the process of getting the wax deep into the cloth. Kinda of like using snow seal on boots?

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Great idea 💡 👍

[@NetanyahooWarCriminal]

Which would work better for a cover tarp for, say, an A-frame or something? Does one stay waterproof longer? Edit: the oilskin tarp or the wax one?

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Definitely wax I would say 👍 Thanks for Watching

[@jerryshort2021]

Great video really enjoyed it

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Right on Jerry 👍

[@chainreaction8977]

"That didn't go as planned..." My most used phrase, life motto and eventually, engraved on mu tombstone...

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

🤣

[@Mshannon75]

I wish I came upon this video a while ago. I do something similar for fire starter (wax and gasoline with cotton pads) but now I’m going to wax everything!!! One question, I have an oil canvas with wool blanket sewn into it. Do you recommend adding a waxed layer for a ground sheet or is oil cloth good enough?

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Right on 👍🏻 I guess it wouldn't hurt to add an layer of protection

[@patrickbrown7398]

Awesome!

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Right on 👍

[@SatanEatsJesus]

This is so awesome. Thank you! I'll be using this method to wax my camera bag for outdoor use 😁

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

👍🏻

[@Wingman115]

Good stuff.

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Yes sir 👍

[@MrOramato]

I think they used a different brand of heat gun on wagon train canvas

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Good one 👍🏻 😅

[@lalauranz]

buenisimo! gracias por compartir!

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Si 😁 👊🏻

[@BrosephRussell]

That is awesome 👌

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Thanks , its a pretty fun project

[@dreamcreationsadventures]

Looked good to me 👍🏻

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Thank you 😊

[@rickschuman2926]

Wondering why your bees wax is such a dark brown. As to parafin, a petroleum product, l would not recomend using it on eating/cooking utensils. Lots of good and detailed points about procedure and safety.

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

👍🏻

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

It's straight up Raw Beeswax

[@cheryldenkins1597]

Gulf wax is food grade. In the past it was often used for sealing jelly jars.

[@tannerrienbolt3143]

Great video, earned a sub my man!

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

😁👊🏻

[@westernbinds6319]

Nice Ray! Have you ever added pine rosin? Im not sure as to the “why” but Filson uses it in their blended wax

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

If I had pine trees I would. Used pinion pitch mixed with wax years ago and that worked well . Thanks for Watching Christian 😁

[@goneballistic]

I want to make waxed canvas that's slightly tacky or sticky... Wonder if that would do it?

[@followtheciaence]

@@goneballistic I'm curious, why tacky?

[@BBQDad463]

Pine rosin adds an anti-mold-fungus-mildew-bacteria effect. If you add in both pine rosin and mink oil, you get a good waterproofing mixture for leather. I would not use the mink oil on cloth.

[@suzannelerner1]

@@BBQDad463 How much pine rosin do you use with the wax 4 waterproofing leather? I love that idea! like for a cup of melted wax, how much Pine rosin would you add and where in the process? (While you're melting it, or after taking it off the heat? Thanks!!!

[@rwind656]

Can someone compare your waxed canvas method with the silicone waterproofing technique where you take silicone caulk and a solvent and spray or brush it on? The video I saw some years ago used a 16oz plastic water bottle to dissolve the 100% silicone caulk.

[@MemphisCorollaS]

I kept expecting a fro or a 3in Timber framing chisel to come out for that hard wax for some overkill

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

🤣🤣🤣😁👍🏻next time Thanks for Watching

[@eduardoenmanuel]

2:17…. I was genuinely scared for your fingers, man!

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

😄 I appreciate your concern. Thanks for Watching

[@farmer998]

crock pot works great for melting wax

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Yes sir 👍🏻 I tried finding one of those little ones at the time at thriftstore with no luck. Now I see them all the time 😁🤣

[@rosemariebredahl9519]

Surfboard wax is often cheap for big blocks too, fyi

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Great idea 👍🏻