Before you bust out the wax, make sure your piece is clean and dry. No one wants a layer of dust trapped under their top coat. Gross.
A little dab’l do ya! You don’t need to slather on the wax like you’re frosting a cake. A thin, even coat is all you need for maximum effect.
Once you’ve applies your wax, grab a clean LINT FREE cloth and buff it to perfection. It should feel like you are wiping the wax off.
When it comes to patience, I have none… but hey! “Here’s my advice, take it, I’m not using it” LOL
Don’t rush the drying process. Let your wax properly cure before you start moving furniture around or setting things on top… I still try to get away with taking pictures of my freshly waxed furniture to get a jump on my listing & selling set-up and 75% of the time- I have to go back and take pictures again once the furniture wax has cured. This is because the furniture wax is going to be slightly visible until its had time to fully cure. The light picks this up in your photos and its not pretty… give it a couple days to even out…
If you spot any imperfections after your wax has dried, don’t stress. You can always touch up those spots with a bit more wax.
Get creative with your application! Try different techniques like layering or distressing with black or antique wax to achieve an original look! It’s your furniture, your vision and your art. No one ever changed the world by coloring in the lines.
Opt for a natural bristle brush when applying your furniture wax. They’ll give you better control and a smoother finish. Plus, they’re eco-friendly- win, win!
TIP: Use a different brush for clear wax and colored waxes to prevent cross contamination.
Keep your freshly waxed furniture out of direct sunlight, as it can cause the wax to melt or discolor over time. Nobody wants a sunburned side table!
Once your wax had cured, maintain that gorgeous finish by regularly dusting and cleaning your furniture with a soft cloth. Avoid using abrasive chemicals on waxed furniture- it can eat through the wax overtime.
Want to add some depth and dimension to your piece? Try layering different shades of wax for custom look that’s sure to impress. It’s like a contour palate for your furniture. Use black wax on details to highlight areas of focus or create a worn-aged look by using a combination of highlighting and blending in heavy use areas.
Lets talk about using black wax and antique wax. There can be some fear associated with using this technique for fear of messing up the fresh paint job you just finished but I am going to give you a handful of tips to ease your concern. Here are some troubleshooting techniques for solving problems you may run into when dealing with wax application:
Tip 1: Mix black/ antique wax with clear wax.
Tip 2: Using a disposable plastic spoon or popsicle stick- scoop a generous amount of wax onto a disposable plate to use for loading your brush with wax & mixing waxes together. (DONT DIP YOUR BRUSH DIRECTLY INTO THE ORIGINAL CONTAINER- this can contaminate the wax and cause future projects to look discolored.
Tip 3: Seal your paint job first before applying dark wax to details- If you mess up by putting too much wax , you can recover without having to repaint! If you apply the black or antique wax directly to the paint- you will end up removing paint and altering the paint job when you try to remove it.
Tip 4 : Start with a little and then add more if you want to darken… remember, its easy to go darker but it is difficult to go lighter.
Tip 5: If you put too much black wax in an area and would like to lighten it- wrap a lint free cloth around your finger, dip it into a little clear wax and buff the area in a circular motion. This is going to help lift and dilute the black waxed area.
Tip 6: Use a small detail bush to apply dark wax into crevices and details- then take a separate clean detail brush to buff it into those cuts.
Finally, remember that perfection is overrated and non-existent… Embrace the imperfections and quirks that make your piece unique. After all, that’s what DIY is all about!
Happy Flipping!
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