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Is wax organic?
Wax can be either organic or inorganic. Bees wax is organic, furniture wax may be inorganic.
How do you remove furniture polish buildup from wood furniture?
Please, please, please do not "strip" your furniture just to remove wax buildup. Understand that "stripping" your furniture removes its original finish all the way down to the bare wood. This is not good for your furniture and if your treasured piece is an antique, "stripping" and refinishing will decrease its monetary value by as much as half. Would you remove the paint finish on your car because it was too hard to remove the dried turtle wax on the surface? The same principle applies here.It is safer for your wood finish to have coating of wax than to be "stripped" of its finish altogether. In fact it's preferable. A good wax coating actually protects a wood's finish from many household pollutants such as cigarette smoke. And in environments where there is a lack of humidity, the wax will also protect the wood from splitting.Also understand that wax buildup is a sign that your furniture's finish needs a proper cleaning, not a "stripping". Wax buildup is noticeable when a wax-base or oil-base furniture polish is applied over and over again without a proper buffing of its surface. The furniture surface will look dull. It might even feel slightly sticky to the touch. There are two methods to try to remove excess build up. One is to actually buff the piece with a soft lint-free rag. Old yet clean cloth diapers are perfect (if you can find them). First wipe off any excess dust then buff in a circular motion with some pressure applied to the surface. Keep doing this until the surface becomes less dull and sticky. If your cloth gets dirty, change to a clean one. Remember you want to remove and smooth out the excess wax on the furniture, not reapply it. Finish by buffing again with another clean cloth with the grain of the wood. If this is done properly, you will feel that your arms have gotten a good workout. Don't be afraid to use a little elbow grease.If this does not work to your satisfaction or if the wax build up is too old, then its time to remove the excess wax. There are several products on the market designed to do just that. My favorite is a product called Vernax and is produced by the Hagerty's silver polish people. This can be purchased at Harry's Ace Hardware, any good antique furniture store, or online at http://hagertyusa.com/home/products/vernax.htm This is not a furniture stripper but is designed to remove excess wax, dirt and oils and will not harm your finish as long as it is used properly. To use apply a little to a clean cloth (not to the wood surface). Then buff the surface of the wood as describe above going first in a circular motion and then with the grain of the wood until dry. You will see a difference immediately. Remember a little will go a long way. After the Vernax treatment, I usually follow up with a good beeswax and/or carnuba wax based furniture polish which does not contain any linseed oil or silicone. Briwax or Johnson's paste wax is acceptable. The paste wax is applied in the same manner as the Vernax. Remember to keep changing cloths until they no longer pick up any residue and that a little wax goes along way. I use this method maybe once a year on furniture that is not in heavy use and twice a year on pieces that are in use everyday. The finish is maintained by weekly or bi-monthly dusting and buffing using only clean lint-free cloths. I use no other furniture polish or sprays other than what I've mentioned here on this website. I have even made my own beeswax furniture polish. The formula and its applications can be found on this Website under "How do you make beeswax furniture polish?"As a curator, I've seen the damage done to beautiful furniture by overzealous, but well-meaning, do-it-yourself restorers. It takes practice and lots a patience to properly "strip" and restore a finish. In many cases where the finish is botched, the piece can be restored but its monetary value has dropped to almost nil. And the cost to properly refinish a treasured piece of furniture is exorbitant and not worth the value of the piece. Therefore Great-Grandmother's Hope Chest gets moved out into the garage and used as a tool chest or worst yet, tossed out into the garbage.Murphy's oil soap is an easily found product, and works on some finishes. Do be careful, though as it will cloud some finishes. Those are best cleaned using the methods above. Never use a brillo pad, only 0000 steel wool.COMMENT: Let me just say that Vernax, IS NOT, designed to remove EXCESS WAX. It is a cleaner, but not that kind of cleaner. I contacted Hagerty, maker of Vernax. They said that they had heard about the comment made online in regards to this claim. However it is untrue. They do have a great cleaner, polish and protectant. A wax remover, they do not have. So, save the $15 to $20, and put it in your gas tank. Your welcome.
What is chemical composition of shoe polish?
Shoe polish will, in general, contain Stoddard solventand naphtha. It may also have terpines and benzenes as well as some other hydrocarbon solvents. There is no single solvent in shoe polish that is not a combination of different substances with different molecular makeups. Use the link below to check facts and get started gathering more information.
What can you clean a silver bracelet with?
A silver polish or liquid cleaner that is made for silver products. Some others use wax.
What kind of stains can you take away with acetone?
you can pretty much get everything out with acetone wax, nail polish, and i believe that you can also get red wine stains out
Can you fix scratched dvds and cds with car wax or furniture polish?
No, either car wax or furniture polish will leave a residue that could seriously mess up the insides of the CD/DVD drive.
Is it advisable to use wax on wood furniture?
It is ok to use wax on some wood furniture. A better idea is to follow the instructions that came with the furniture as to it's care. Most of the time wood furniture responds nicely to a store bought polish or oil.
What is wax furniture polish?
It is usually some kind of wax, carnauba or beeswax, dissolved or partially dissolved in a solvent (which evaporates quickly) to soften it into a paste or liquid to allow the wax to be spread easily over the surface of the furniture. It needs to be rubbed, or buffed, to make the surface shine.
What does bella cera mean?
"Bella cera" translates to "beautiful wax" in Italian. It can refer to a high-quality wax or polish used for wood furniture or flooring. It can also symbolize elegance and beauty.
Do you still make Mansion Polish for wood and furniture Is it available in any Caribbean country if so which ones and at which stores?
I can tell you of an Indian brand of wax polish which has more than 60 years of rich history behind it - Dazlo (Regd.) Wax Polish. It is pure and is being made from the most traditional waxes from the nature. It is perfect to apply and leaves the surface shining like new. It can be applied to a wide range of floors and furniture. Even before Reckitt began manufacturing Mansion Wax Polish in India, Dazlo (Regd.) Wax Polish was being manufactured and sold across India. Email: waterloo.india@gmail.com , info@waterlooindia.com Ph.:+9198107-80575
How do you remove wax polish prior to painting furniture?
Before repainting any furniture or cabinets, it's a good idea to wash it first with trisodium phosphate (TSP), which is found in the paint section of the hardware store. To remove heavy wax build-up, use mineral spirits or paint thinner, rags, and lots of elbow grease. You might have to use fine steel wool, especially if the wax is in crevices. Remember, your goal is to remove the wax, not damage the wood. Any wax left on the wood will prevent the paint from sticking as it should, and you will be left with streaks.
Can mansion polish be used to polish marble floors?
I can tell you of an Indian brand of wax polish which has more than 60 years of rich history behind it - Dazlo (Regd.) Wax Polish. It is pure and is being made from the most traditional waxes from the nature. It is perfect to apply and leaves the surface shining like new. It can be applied to a wide range of floors and furniture. Even before Reckitt began manufacturing Mansion Wax Polish in India, Dazlo (Regd.) Wax Polish was being manufactured and sold across India. Email: waterloo.india@gmail.com Ph.:+9198107-80575
Do you still make mansion polish in UK?
I can tell you of an Indian brand of wax polish similar to mansion polish in properties and application which has more than 60 years of rich history behind it - Dazlo (Regd.) Wax Polish. It is pure and is being made from the most traditional waxes from the nature. It is perfect to apply and leaves the surface shining like new. It can be applied to a wide range of floors and furniture. Even before Reckitt began manufacturing Mansion Wax Polish in India, Dazlo (Regd.) Wax Polish was being manufactured and sold across India. Email: waterloo.india@gmail.com ,info@waterlooindia.com Ph.:+919818121750,+919810780575
How can you polish plywood?
you can polish plywood because it is not really wood If your plywood has some sort of a finish, like lacquer, varnish, shellac, or sealer, Yes you can, but I would recommend some kind of sealer or finish such as the aforementioned.
Which is better car polish or car wax?
It depends on your definition of car polish, polishing compounds take a little of the corrosive glaze that eventually attacks all paint jobs. Car wax puts a film of wax polish to protect the paint job. Many automobile painters I have conferred with tell me if you want to restore the paint job use polishing compound and then put a coat of wax polish on it. Polish if meant as car polish would be just like car wax it puts a film of polish on the paint to protect it. I do not have the information about the brand of polish, for that I would consult the internet.
Is it ok to wax polish classical guitar wood?
You can try to wax it as long as the wood is coated.Alot of brands sell polish and wax for guitars.Those might be the best for your guitar. I would however disadvice to wax an uncoated wood.
Liquid wax for vinyl floor to polish by mopping?
Mop & Glo is a type of liquid wax for vinyl flooring that you might polish by mopping.
