WOOD WAX
The other day while in the Apiary, I discovered one of my hives had a few naughty workers that decided to build a bit of burr comb. No worries…I was there to clean it up and set them back on the right path of proper hive keeping. Of course, I did find myself with a good amount of wax that I didn’t yet know what to do with. A quick walk through the house and I decided a few cutting boards and antique pieces of furniture needed a bit of polishing. So of course, I retreated to the crafting cabinet to see what I could create. And, voila…a wood wax worthy for any Queen of domesticity. Of course if you cannot wait for your own hive to produce excess wax, you can purchase pellets online.
The bigger picture is that you are eliminating yet another toxic product from your home, thanks to your DIY crafting skills. (Did you know that the vast majority of wood polishes and cleaners are so laden with toxins that the small print says that you should only use in a well-ventilated area, AND keep far away from children and pets?)
My friends, of course there is a better way, and here it is!
INGREDIENTS
3/4 C Olive Oil
1/2 C Bees Wax (1/4 C if finely shredded)
1 capful Thieves Household Cleaner
30 drops Orange Essential Oil
DIRECTIONS
In a saucepan, bring olive oil to 130°f. Add beeswax and stir continuously while bringing the heat to 225°f. Once the wax has melted completely, remove from heat and continue stirring until the temperature lowers to 120-130°f. Add Thieves Household Cleaner and Orange Essential Oil, stirring constantly. While still in a liquid state, pour into glass jars. If using acrylic jars, bring temperature down to 110°f
APPLICATION
On a clean wood surface, take a bit of Wood Wax on a clean soft cloth and gently rub the surface.
For use on real wood surfaces only. Do not use on painted surfaces or veneers. Ideal for cutting boards, butcher block counters, and your family heirloom antiques.
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