During the process of moving or using furniture, cracks, chips and scratches may appear. Sometimes finances do not allow buying new furniture, and sometimes it is not practical because the furniture itself is in excellent condition. A professional product – furniture wax – will help to repair the damage.
This universal product, designed for treating wooden products, can be used on both clean and laminated and varnished surfaces.
This mixture cannot be replaced with paraffin or other analogs painted in the desired color, since its texture and properties are different. This product is securely fixed in cracks and does not wash out.
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Types of furniture wax
Mixtures are divided into the following types:
- Soft;
Soft wax gives wooden surfaces a smooth finish and provides the desired shade to the wood grain. - Solid;
This wax is preheated to make the wood material softer and the application better. - Liquid.
All corners, threads and chamfers are impregnated with such wax with maximum efficiency.
Soft is used if you need to update the appearance of furniture and give it a more attractive look, remove small scratches and small cracks, and repair shallow dents and chips.
Before applying it, it is necessary to prepare the place for treatment - wipe dry, remove paint or varnish residues if any. Then the product is applied by rubbing in the required amount and left for 25 minutes.
The excess is removed with a knife, and the treated area is polished with a felt cloth or cotton napkin. If the scratches are significant, the holding time can be increased.
Hard wax performs the same restorative functions as soft wax, but this material gives a greater effect in eliminating deep damage due to its thicker and denser consistency. The best aesthetic effect from using hard material is achieved due to its advantages such as high strength and resistance to mechanical impacts.
It is more troublesome to use, but perfectly restores serious flaws. Before applying it, it must be melted and cooled for a few seconds for better adhesion. If necessary, remove excess with a knife and rub with a napkin.
Liquid wax contains synthetic additives, which help achieve the required liquid consistency. The advantage of this type is the ease of application with a brush, penetration into any cracks and scratches.
Restoration wax can be found in the form of paste-like, cream-like or oil-like mixtures, differing in composition, consistency, application method and nature of damage (scratch depth, etc.).
Advantages and disadvantages of using
Professional wax is an excellent solution if you want to update the appearance of your furniture, and, objectively, this product has many more advantages than disadvantages.
Among its advantages it is worth noting:
- Good water-repellent properties;
- Removing chips, cracks, filling joints and giving furniture a new look;
- Nice shine;
Waxed wood becomes silky and shiny. - Environmentally friendly material and the use of diluents made from natural components;
- Preservation of natural relief;
- Quick absorption and drying;
- Variety of colors.
Wax perfectly restores wood texture, removes scuffs and various defects, and makes the color richer and softer.
Among the disadvantages of using such a product are low protective properties for furniture compared to varnish. In addition, it cannot "cover stains" that appeared under the influence of sunlight, moisture and other factors.
How to choose correctly
The choice of restorative agent depends on the color, type and composition.The color palette is quite impressive.
Almost all types are based on the same composition, containing natural substances:
- Wax (beeswax or carnauba);
- Oils (olive, linseed, etc.);
- Coniferous esters;
- Wood resin;
- Drying oil.
The choice of consistency depends on the area of the damaged surface and the depth of the cracks. Liquid wax is suitable for shallow multiple scratches.
It is better to choose a solid mixture if the chips and cracks are large and require careful restoration.
Soft is valued for its rich color palette and ease of use.
Wax comes in different forms. For removing minor damage, it is convenient to purchase a wax pencil.
To treat a large area, it is better to purchase a large container.
How to use
In order for the product to be well absorbed into the wood, it is necessary to prepare the area to be restored. To do this, remove dust. The coating should be removed from a varnished or polished surface using a solvent.
Depending on the type of wax, various tools are used to apply it: a spatula, a brush, a brush, etc. The finished composition is applied in a very thin and even layer. Any mixture is best left on the surface for at least an hour for better adhesion and hardening. The excess is removed with a knife and polished with a napkin.
Professional wax can breathe new life into old furniture, eliminating such defects as cracks, chips and scratches. Today, it is increasingly used not only for restoration purposes, but also for decorative purposes, when treating new furniture. It has water-repellent properties, which protects against damage for many years.
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