Processing wood coatings and wax products is becoming increasingly popular. This not only gives brightness and brilliance, but also protects the tree from various influences on it. For processing usually use wax for wood. It repels water, prevents scratches, makes the surface “like new”. In today's article, we will tell you how to independently impregnate and protect a tree, to make its appearance more attractive.
Introduction
There are a lot of means today to protect wood from rotting, deformation or damage by a fungus. Wax impregnation is probably the first place among the rest. How does the wood work with wax? Everything is very simple. The term “waxing” is applied to the process. This is the oldest and, perhaps, the highest quality of all methods. Wax is the best tool to emphasize the decorative functions of wood, its texture, as well as to give the surface a velvety, protection from the sun and exposure to chemicals. They also use varnish, paint, oil, but they are not so effective.
Wood wax can be bought everywhere. But the finished product, which is produced at the factory, includes various additives, including oils.
Tools and Training
You can use such products immediately, especially since they are available in various colors and shades. Waxing is suitable for any wood. So, let's begin.
Are needed:
- wax;
- joiner's knife;
- solvent;
- emery paper (for stripping);
- a piece of natural fabric;
- brush;
- brush.
The tree after such processing perfectly retains heat, does not allow moisture and has a long service life. A new unprocessed surface does not require preparation, and a tree with an old coating - on the contrary, needs it.
- Clean the surface of the old coating. In the case of varnish or polishing, this should be done with a solvent until everything is completely removed.
- Rinse the residue with warm water. If there are still pieces of varnish left, cut them with a knife and rub them with sandpaper.
- Brush again clean the entire surface.
- Wait for it to dry completely.
- Thoroughly strip it with sandpaper again to avoid bumps and loose fibers.
Technological process
Wax for wood is an excellent and inexpensive alternative to enamel and varnish. However, it is environmental and clean.
For processing you need:
- Prepare a dry, smooth surface for application.
- Apply wax evenly on it with a piece of lint-free clean cloth in the direction of the fibers.
- Very carefully process the entire flat surface, then the corners, crevices and other elements, but with a brush.
- Leave the product for an hour to allow the wax to soak.
- Remove all unnecessary with a cloth.
Oil-wax for wood will make the material strong, moisture resistant and durable. If you want to add more shine, treat it all over again, but keep in mind that only a part is absorbed this time. This is necessary in order to form a film layer that you polish with a stiff brush.
How to use and where to put waxed products
Wax for wood, which is treated with a surface, does not flow and does not roll if it is not under the influence of high temperatures. From this, the coating can collapse and “float”. Therefore, such a coating is not suitable for the kitchen. It is also not recommended to put hot plates or objects on the items. Processed furniture is perfect for the nursery, bedroom, living room and other rooms in your home. We remind you that such interior items are environmentally friendly and do not harm health.
If you adhere to all the rules of operation, then your favorite things will last you a very long time.
We wish you and your family health and happiness surrounded by “new” furniture.