Molly Susan Strong

Tuesday, March 29, 2011

New Waxing technique...



 Wax can be a little tough to work with. 
It can be thick and hard to control.  
I have been using Briwax for 12 years now.  
While I love it still I am always searching for things.
 I was given a great tip by a fellow pal.  
She had seen this man on MS show and redoes Swedish clocks.
He uses a mix of 
beeswax and orange oil  (80%)
called Howard's Feed n Wax
with minwax stain (20% or even a little less).  
It goes on like in a milky consistency.
 
 And you wipe it right off. 
It goes easily into nooks and crannies. 
It covers distressed areas with ease
and no crustiness.
And it protects like wax.
I like the results.  No?

UPDATE on new Technique used in waxing,
 how wax works and why use it at all 
see in next post.
These pieces were the typical  
big brown monsters.
I actually found these in the TRASH!!!  (no pictures...bo hooo).

I was DREADING doing these but I had a deadline...
Needed Hubby to help bring to my shop before he went over seas,
So Had to get it done!

Now a soft
robins egg blue 
wit the perfect patina
yummy.

Also a side note...
go see our little write up in
Apartment Therapy.


Molly
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57 comments:

  1. Divine TheatreMarch 29, 2011 at 7:02 AM

    I am painting the dining room buffet today! Thank for the tip!
    Actually, thank you, thank you, thank you!

    Andie

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  2. The Vintage BarnMarch 29, 2011 at 12:47 PM

    That looks awesome Molly! I'll have to give it a try. I usually use the minwax dark for waxing but usually use it on black pcs. Thanks for sharing! Look forward to seeing you. We're going to the shop in Sat.
    Nancy

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  3. cottage powerMarch 29, 2011 at 5:10 PM

    Hey Molly,

    Just checking in. Leaving a comment! Love, love, love the new pieces ! Maybe a few nests would be a great finishing touch!

    Linda

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  4. hilary@oldhousetrueloveMarch 29, 2011 at 5:17 PM

    beautiful piece. :)

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  5. Connie @ Sensible-RedesignMarch 29, 2011 at 5:23 PM

    The piece is really nice. I love the color and the wax adds nice dimension.

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  6. Cassie BustamanteMarch 29, 2011 at 5:56 PM

    i have used the howard's feed n wax but never thought to mix it with stain- what a great tip! it looks awesome, molly!

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  7. The Kramer AngleMarch 29, 2011 at 6:04 PM

    Nice - I love the added depth it brings to the pieces!

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  8. KarieMarch 29, 2011 at 6:22 PM

    Love the piece and love the color. I just did a piece similar with a similar color. Thanks for sharing. Karie

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  9. DianeMarch 29, 2011 at 6:26 PM

    How gorgeous!

    I have a garage full of furniture that I have collected to paint, but have been afraid to jump in. I will definitely have to give this technique a try!

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  10. ChrissieMarch 29, 2011 at 6:57 PM

    These pieces are gorgeous! I am going to give this technique a try!

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  11. Kim @ A Brush of WhimsyMarch 29, 2011 at 7:28 PM

    This piece is to die for! Love all the designs on it, too!

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  12. Kristy CarberryMarch 29, 2011 at 7:38 PM

    I love the color and finish! Thanks for sharing!

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  13. AnonymousMarch 29, 2011 at 11:16 PM

    Stuff is pretty darn cool; and as a matter of fact I may need at least one custom made pendant from you, even if I mispelled pendent. Much love.

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  14. KimMarch 30, 2011 at 6:41 AM

    I cannot believe I didn't discover this blog sooner! AMazing!!! I'm going to follow for certain.
    xoxo,
    Kim

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  15. summersundays-jwMarch 30, 2011 at 7:47 AM

    I'm trying the wax -- your furniture finish is wonderful. Thanks, Jan

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  16. KathyMarch 30, 2011 at 7:56 AM

    Oh my! Love this solution. Absolutely love the Robins' Egg Blue - the combination is perfect!
    Kathy

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  17. leah mariMarch 30, 2011 at 9:47 AM

    oh i love that! so do you mix it your self?

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  18. TonyaMarch 30, 2011 at 10:40 AM

    Thanks for the fabulous tip! I've looked for Briwax and can't find it anywhere here where I live. I can find these and this will be sooo helpful! Love it, and your fantastic cupboard!!!

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  19. PamelaMarch 30, 2011 at 11:53 AM

    Fantastic!!!

    I'm a new follower!!

    Pamela :)

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  20. AnonymousMarch 30, 2011 at 1:48 PM

    Molly, I just found your blog and it is wonderful. The buffet turned out beautiful.
    Would you share the color of the paint on the buffet? The beeswax mixture is much less costly than the waxes from Annie Sloan. Does the beeswax mixture hold up to water? I would like to do a dining room table top and will be wiping it off with a damp towel.
    Thanks, Becky

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  21. Carrie @ Fine & HandyMarch 30, 2011 at 2:02 PM

    Oh I LoVE it! I'm going to test out the beeswax thing myself. Thanks for the tip. I am your newest follower! I hope you'll come and see what I do over at fineandhandy.blogspot.com

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  22. UnknownMarch 30, 2011 at 3:40 PM

    THat is so so so beautiful!

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  23. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereMarch 30, 2011 at 4:54 PM

    Hi Molly! Both pieces are gorgeous and I love the paint color. Thanks for sharing the waxing technique at my Open House party. I will give this a try on the next piece I refinish.
    Hugs,
    Sherry

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  24. JodieMarch 30, 2011 at 8:29 PM

    Hey Molly, So glad I found your blog! I have just started painting and selling furniture. The finish on this piece is beautiful and I love the color. I've used paste wax for years and like it but your new tip sounds great. Thanks for sharing. I'll be following you from the nest eclectic.
    Jodie

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  25. ShellMarch 31, 2011 at 12:58 PM

    Found you via Miss Mustard Seed & I'm enjoying your pieces. I wondering if you had a close up of the tavern sign. Thanks!

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  26. The Little Red ShopApril 1, 2011 at 4:58 AM

    Cool tip, thank you! Those pieces look wonderful!!!

    : )

    Julie M.

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  27. Katie @ OhhBabyApril 1, 2011 at 9:34 AM

    I love the color! It looks FABulous! It would match our house well! That teal-ish color is my favorite :)

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  28. IdoApril 1, 2011 at 11:26 AM

    Thank you for the tip, I'm planning on re-doing a small table, will try the technique and will let you know how it works! I'm a new follower!
    Have a wonderful weekend!
    XXX Ido

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  29. Lesley LitrentoApril 1, 2011 at 3:38 PM

    Thanks for that great tip! I have been through a ton of Feed and Wax over the years. But I have been using it to freshen up my unfinished pine pieces. I am about to embark on a complete re-do of my master bedroom and have been researching ideas for wax. Walla! Thanks for the idea. I will try it!

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  30. Anji JohnstonApril 1, 2011 at 9:02 PM

    Great tip - thanks so much! Can't wait to try it out - my hero!

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  31. mary bethApril 2, 2011 at 7:53 AM

    Howard's is the BEST! Love love love it! Never thought of mixing it with stain..thanks for the tip!

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  32. Amanda@RelovedRubbishApril 2, 2011 at 10:52 AM

    I love, love, love your finish! The base color looks amazing with the wax/stain over it! I have never used wax over paint before, but I want to try it now. What color Minwax stain did you mix with the wax?

    Hugs,
    Amanda

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  33. Tracy HuffmanApril 2, 2011 at 11:51 AM

    LOVE!!! Getting ready to redo a dresser, so this post has come in mighty handy! Thanks so much!

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  34. At The Picket FenceApril 2, 2011 at 5:12 PM

    Those are wonderful tips and absolutely gorgeous pieces! Thank you so much for sharing this with us at Inspiration Friday this week!
    Vanessa

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  35. Courtney ~ French Country CottageApril 2, 2011 at 9:07 PM

    Hi there~ These are absolutely wonderful pieces!! How gorgeous in their paint and wax- they turned out amazing!! Can't believe someone would throw them away! They are so beautiful now- thanks for sharing at FNF!:)

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  36. MarianneApril 3, 2011 at 9:44 AM

    Lovely makeover and thanks for explaining about the wax treatment!
    Thanks for linking up to GD! Nothing like a good old deadline to get you going, is there...?

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  37. rachel April 3, 2011 at 12:42 PM

    Thanks for the tip Molly. I was just planning to order the Hannant's wax, but this seems like a much more economical solution! Btw, love your work!

    Rachel
    xoxo

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  38. The "Boutique" GirlsApril 4, 2011 at 9:26 PM

    I AM A NEW FOLLOWER! LOVE THE ROBIN EGG BLUE!

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  39. UnknownApril 4, 2011 at 11:56 PM

    Love these pieces so much!

    So glad I came over to visit. Can't wait to have more time to look around.

    A happy new follower : )

    Cori

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  40. Life in the Enchanted ForestApril 13, 2011 at 8:34 AM

    Molly! What a wonderful effect you have achieved with the Howard's Feed 'n' Wax and stain mixture! I gave a table the same finish this weekend after reading your post, but I have an important question - how long does it take for this finish to cure? Two days later, my stain/wax mixture is still easy to work and wipes off. I can continue to wipe, but I will have NO glazing on the piece if I do. Help?!

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  41. molly susan strongApril 13, 2011 at 3:16 PM

    In the directions you need to "wipe off". Due to the oil in the Feed n Wax, you do not get the hard cure like with regular wax, so wiping off after application is key. Make sure you are using a dark enough stain to get the effect.
    This technique is different than with plain pure tinted wax as you do not need to wipe off tinted wax if you do not want to.

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  42. Life in the Enchanted ForestApril 14, 2011 at 5:55 AM

    Thanks, Molly - just to clarify, though, I did wipe off - repeatedly - after application. I suppose my concern is that my stain/wax mixture in the detailed areas of my piece either must be completely wiped off or stay 'wet'. I suppose I expected it, at some point, to harden a bit. 'Not so concerned about the flat surfaces - don't mind that I've wiped away most of it there, but wanted stain to remain in the details. Thanks again! I truly appreciate your blog and look forward to it every day!

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  43. molly susan strongApril 14, 2011 at 6:08 AM

    Here is the deal with this. If you want more stain to show...stain and wipe in the areas you want more dark, then apply the mixture and wipe. I think this will really make it look as you want. If I wanted a really dark glaze look, I would use another method of finishing....just plain dark wax, or actual glaze. Happy finishing.

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  44. Deborah MarchMay 14, 2011 at 4:51 AM

    Beautiful pieces!! I'm new to all this, and taking "baby steps (lol)," as I refinish little pieces. THANK YOU for the waxing tutorial! I printed it and added it to my "new obsession" binder!

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  45. Amanda@RelovedRubbishMay 15, 2011 at 9:37 AM

    Wow! Your finishes are perfection! I am getting ready to refinish an antique buffet and I want to try this waxing technique. What color Minwax stain did you add to the wax? What color blue did you use as the base coat? I love how it turned out!

    Amanda

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  46. Anita at Cedar Hill June 11, 2011 at 2:06 PM

    Great idea!! I just posted this on Cedar Hill Ranch's facebook page, you can see it on my sidebar. Hope I win your paint giveaway!!

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  47. CJ July 25, 2011 at 2:19 PM

    Hi, I love your blog and the wax finish looks fab, can you use this wax & stain recipe on Chalk Paint?

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  48. Teresa Hatfield ~ Splendid SassJanuary 14, 2012 at 8:17 PM

    Love your blog! Great DIY!
    Teresa
    xoxo

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  49. Vintage Street DesignsSeptember 18, 2012 at 6:38 PM

    Thank you for the tip! Just found you on Pinterest and I'm happy to be your newest follower. Would love to have you stop by for a
    visit. Blessings ~ Judy @ www.vintagestreetdesigns.com

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  50. Mary LindsayMarch 24, 2013 at 6:54 AM

    I just love this, thank you

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  51. UnknownOctober 13, 2013 at 7:06 AM

    Hello there, I used haward beez wax, but it stained my white table painted with white chalk paint, like an oil stain. is this normal?

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  53. theestesbunchMay 17, 2014 at 9:44 AM

    After reading everyone's comments, I see that I am not the only one wishing to know what color of paint did you use on this piece to get this look. I may have overlooked, but I never saw that answered. I have an old piece that belonged to my gg grandmother I want to get this look for. I can't figure out the color to get this look. Can you share your paint technique or color or is that a guarded secret? Your work is amazing! I hope mine will look half this good :)

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  54. UnknownJune 24, 2014 at 6:54 AM

    Your piece is stunning. I just started to look on Pinterest. I do chalk furniture finishing up in Wisconsin and am now using Fiddes wax. Love it. SO easy to work with compared to Annie Sloan, and it is the consistency of soft butter, so goes on smooth and dries very quickly. Leaves a great sheen after a quick buffing....And it is less expensive. Again, your piece is fabulous.

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