Asked on Dec 15, 2015
How to make Minwax furniture wax a softer, more spreadable consistancy
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Dee Lynch
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Can you add anything to Minwax furniture wax to make it softer and spread more evenly?
12 answers
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Essential oils, they are pleasing to your senses as well. Check them out.
Jonnie Hammon
on Dec 15, 2015
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Have you tried putting a small amount in the microwave for 10 seconds or so? I do this with fondant for cake decorating to soften it a bit. Might work.
Heather (New House New Home)
on Dec 15, 2015
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I scoop some out of can into a small bowl, then crush with the spoon and stir it up.
Jam1141312
on Dec 15, 2015
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I agree with the others let the wax warm up.
Lagree Wyndham
on Dec 15, 2015
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You can purchase an inexpensive candle warmer from the craft stores to help soften the wax.
Janet Pizaro
on Dec 15, 2015
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Heat it up a little, mix in a little mineral oil. Then it will stay softer even when cool. Sorry, I never measured.
Kathy
on Dec 15, 2015
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You can mix about 80% furniture wax with about 20% mineral spirits and you should end up with a buttery consistency...easier to spread... I just eyeball it when I do it...hard to measure exactly so go lightly at first and add more of either to get the consistency you want...:)
The Redesign Habit
on Dec 15, 2015
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It does't take much to soften it. I noticed late this fall, when my can was sitting in the sun, it really melted the wax around the edge. Gosh, I have had that can of wax for probably 30+ years!
9530106
on Dec 15, 2015
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ditto...sun and/or a bit of mineral spirits
Beth H. Makemeprettyagain.blogspot
on Dec 16, 2015
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Hmm, I just checked back on this to say that - for some reason - I find minwax way easier to work with than any other wax, and I am dominant-hand impaired (can't rotate, bear weight or push). I don't always use a brush, but I wonder if that would help you. I just work the bristles in a wee bit, then pounce it on the inside lid (the imprint tells me it's not too goopy). A used wax brush will have a bit of flare to the bristles; this will allow for a lighter load of wax to go further. Apply in progressive circular motion. Use a lamp angled off the surface to get a better look at how it's covering. You don't want a solid, heavy 1-time coverage or need to 'smear' it on... opt for a lighter coat, and repeat once or twice more so that everything is covered well.
Duv310660
on Dec 20, 2015
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I used a bit of mineral oil (food grade) but it seems that the wax is still in chunks even mashing it with a big pronged fork. Will the mineral oil added 'never dry' like it does straight? I'm just afraid to use the mineral spirits since it may take off the dried paint. Do I have a bad can of wax? It is new.
Dee Lynch
on Feb 16, 2016
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I've never had that problem....just go lightly and try on a small less noticeable area until you see how it goes....
The Redesign Habit
on Feb 22, 2016
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