Antique Wax For Painted Furniture
What is the Best Alternative to Antique Wax for Painted Furniture.
Antique wax for painted furniture. Even better due to its versatile formula this wax can be used on raw wood as well as chalk-painted wood. Next use the sanding block completely remove the existing painted finish or stain in areas that would be prone to heavier wear like the edges and high points. My faux finishes are very easy to recreate with a little practice and luckily when using a store bought glaze you can wipe it off if you make a mistake.
Wax is also easy to remove a feature that all furniture conservators appreciate. Clear wax coating of all types was a common practice in the fabrication of pre industrial furniture. After the 24 hour wait time on my 2nd coat of chalk paint it was time to start the wax.
When the wax hardens it seals the painted surface with a lovely natural looking soft sheen. A glaze or dark wax will settle into all of those recesses and grooves creating an amazing aged look. As painted furniture ages it starts to develop its own unique character.
Its a great way to antique furniture or make it look aged. With the growing popularity of chalk and milk painted furniture wax has become a SUPER POPULAR topcoat. Because both chalk and milk painted furniture is porous in nature wax easily absorbs into the surface.
See more ideas about painted furniture waxing painted furniture redo furniture. I chose to make a glaze by mixing it 5050 with mineral spirits. Discover how to antique pine furniture using Dark Chalk Paint Wax.
The process I use here provides a fabulous alternative to the look of antique wax for Painted Furniture. There are several brands of wax and more recently companies have started offering waxes in a great variety of colors besides the traditional clear and dark. Howard Feed-N-Wax Restorative Wood Furniture Polish and Conditioner 64 Ounce 12 Gallon Beeswax Feeds Wood Antique Furniture Restoration.