[TowerTalk] MA 550 Beeswax?

[W7TMT - Patrick]

The old-time cabinet makers used beeswax as a "polish" type coating for the interiors of drawers, cabinets, wardrobes etc. Turpentine is used to dissolve the beeswax. The mixture is rubbed on the bare wood and buffed with a soft cloth.  Leaves a soft satin finish and for most people a pleasant smell. Just add the turps a little at a time to the wax in a lidded container. Break up the wax into chunks to increase the surface area and speed the process. Every hour or two poke at the mix and stir it up a bit. Takes a few hours for the magic to happen. Control the viscosity by the amount of turps you add. Stores forever in a container with a tight-fitting lid. No heat, and the associated risk, required. Excellent lube for wood screws as well. Unlike soap it doesn't attract moisture.

73
Patrick, W7TMT

-----Original Message-----
From: TowerTalk <towertalk-bounces at contesting.com> On Behalf Of Rob Atkinson
Sent: Saturday, September 23, 2023 03:30
To: towertalk <towertalk at contesting.com>
Subject: Re: [TowerTalk] MA 550 Beeswax?

I got beeswax a number of years ago on-line that was in the form of small pellets.  I softened it up by putting some of the pellets in a metal coffee can along with some lamp oil and heating over a stove burner.  It doesn't take much heat and you have to watch it for safety--don't leave it unattended.  A small amount of lamp oil gave me the paste consistency I was looking for, but may not be necessary for your project.

73
Rob
K5UJ
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