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Renaissance Wax Polish 65ml

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Brand	Renaissance
Item Form	Paste
Specific Uses For Product	Cleaning, Polishing, Protecting, and Restoring
Recommended Uses For Product	For Polishing, Paint Protection, Removes Water Spots, Oxidation, Prevents Tarnish, Corrosion and Bloom, Suitable for Indoor Outdoor Use, Ideal Antique Restoration, Museum Curation, Jewelry Maintenance See more
Number of Items	1

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Can be used on the following surfaces: Wood, leather, paper, Bone, pearl and mother of pearl, gemstones, any kind of metal, photographic prints, enamel, fiberglass, granite, and on and on
Included components: Jewelry Making
Package Dimensions: 6.604 L x 8.128 H x 7.366 W (centimeters)
Item package weight:0.17 pounds

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Customers like the shine, ease of application, and protection level of the surface protection wax. They mention it works well, adds shine, and protects silver pieces. Some appreciate the protection level, longevity, and wax quality. However, some customers dislike the smell and have different opinions on the value for money.

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331 customers mention "Works well"316 positive15 negative

Customers like the product. They say it works well, adds shine and protection to silver pieces, and works great on several different surfaces. Some mention it's a great wax, a little goes a long way, and cleans and polishes.

"Great price, best advertised. Thanks for the prompt shipping and expert packaging." Read more

"...Results were astonishingly good." Read more

"...but I feel that it's worth paying the extra for something that works so well and is used by museums around the world...." Read more

"...No smell, looks great. A little bit goes a long way." Read more

156 customers mention "Shine"150 positive6 negative

Customers like the shine of the product. They say it elevates the final look, keeps copper looking good, and gives a very nice smooth medium sheen finish. Some say it's easy to apply, dries quickly, and has a tiny bit of sheen.

"...I was astonished at how beautiful the handles were, especially since I've owned the plane for years and never noticed...." Read more

"...It's wonderful on shiny metal finishes such as drawer pulls and helps them to maintain their shine and not oxidize...." Read more

"...It really elevates the final look. I've had my container for a year now and I've barely made a dent in it, even though I use it on a regular basis." Read more

"...Leaves a nice protective finish with a tiny bit of sheen. No smell, looks great. A little bit goes a long way." Read more

101 customers mention "Ease of application"101 positive0 negative

Customers find the surface protection wax easy to apply. They mention it goes on smoothly and dries quickly, leaving a very thin coating.

"Easy to use, protects and shines metals, and damn near anything else." Read more

"Researched a lot of products before purchasing this one. Super easy to apply and buff. Leaves a nice protective finish with a tiny bit of sheen...." Read more

"...Easy to apply and the protection lasts a long time. Take a soft cloth, wipe in on and cover the metal thoroughly, buff off with another soft cloth...." Read more

"Requires very little wax/ polish; very easy to apply; dries quickly; buffs to a shine effortlessly!!" Read more

70 customers mention "Protection level"68 positive2 negative

Customers are satisfied with the protection level of the product. They mention it leaves a very good protective surface, protects finish deterioration due to handling, and is resistant to scratches. Some say it's easy to use to protect jewelry creations and removes light scratches.

"Easy to use, protects and shines metals, and damn near anything else." Read more

"...and remnants of other waxes leaving the surface with a thin, hard protective film...." Read more

"...Super easy to apply and buff. Leaves a nice protective finish with a tiny bit of sheen. No smell, looks great. A little bit goes a long way." Read more

"No damage an as described." Read more

59 customers mention "Longevity"47 positive12 negative

Customers like the longevity of the product. They mention it forms a durable, lustrous finish and holds up in dish water, the shower, and other places. Customers also say it's a high-quality product and works better than oil.

"...Sawdust no longer sticks to the tools now, and the finish appears to be much more durable than the paste wax ever was...." Read more

"...it forms a barrier against the above mentioned threats while forming a durable, lustrous finish...." Read more

"...consider it necessary when finishing my pieces as the difference in quality is significant. It really elevates the final look...." Read more

"...is that it has a strong chemical like smell once applied that takes days to wear off." Read more

43 customers mention "Wax quality"40 positive3 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the wax. They mention it's exceptional, better than the paste wax they were using on their table saw to ward off rust, and the best wax for firearms they have found. They also say it goes on thin and covers like steel.

"Wonderful wax, a little goes a long way. Unscented which is good." Read more

"This is the best wax you can buy for the money for the intended listed uses. The small canister will last most people for years...." Read more

"Great wax, a little goes a long way, cleans and polishes" Read more

"This is an exceptional wax.A little goes a long way with this product.I highly recommend this product." Read more

99 customers mention "Value for money"40 positive59 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the value for money of the surface protection wax. Some mention it's worth any price, while others say it'd be a little pricy and a very small container for the price.

"...container. So, yes, it IS expensive...but I feel that it's worth paying the extra for something that works so well and is used by museums around..." Read more

"Great price, best advertised. Thanks for the prompt shipping and expert packaging." Read more

"Used on gun stocksWorks great but a bit pricey" Read more

"...So it is definitely worth it. It is easy to use, don't really need any special cloths, can even use a paper towel if you like...." Read more

91 customers mention "Smell"26 positive65 negative

Customers dislike the smell of the surface protection wax. They mention it smells like shoe polish.

"...The only downside is the smell, but that gradually begins to disappear about 24 hours after application." Read more

"First of all, there's a pretty fragrant smell that comes with this polish as soon as you open the container...." Read more

"...Leaves a nice protective finish with a tiny bit of sheen. No smell, looks great. A little bit goes a long way." Read more

"...Initially, there's a strong smell, but it dissipates after buffing. Overall, I'm pleased with the purchase." Read more

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John

Very good stuff

Reviewed in the United States on July 25, 2024

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Easy to use, protects and shines metals, and damn near anything else.

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Terry Willis

As advertised. Perfect product.

Reviewed in the United States on September 4, 2024

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Great price, best advertised. Thanks for the prompt shipping and expert packaging.

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J. Stewart

Worth the price

Reviewed in the United States on July 24, 2013

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I bought this product in an effort to preserve my '30s vintage Victor jack plane. I had been using paste wax to keep the rust away up till now, and have been mostly successful. The problem is, I use that plane frequently, averaging several times a week. I simply wear the wax off the tool in use. I applied the Renaissance Wax ( and I believe the polish is a misprint, this wax has no abrasive action that I can detect ) and was met with several surprises. First, the Ren Wax lifted the paste wax from the wooden handles. I had to constantly move my finger in the application rag because my fingertip would get clogged with paste wax that was being removed. Once the paste wax was removed, and the new Ren Wax applied, the buff rewarded me with nearly new looking handles. I was astonished at how beautiful the handles were, especially since I've owned the plane for years and never noticed. With the handles looking new, I moved on to the base. Again, the application of Ren Wax would remove the paste wax that was embedded in the cast iron body. After some time working a spot, the metal would be visibly cleaner and brighter than the surrounding metal. It took some time to wax the body, but in the end, the tool looks almost new. Inspired by success, I disassembled the plane completely, cleaned and waxed everything, including the screws ( the brass screws in the handles are particularly stunning now ). I simply cannot believe it's the same tool. I then waxed all my wood chisels, power tools, and workbench top. Sawdust no longer sticks to the tools now, and the finish appears to be much more durable than the paste wax ever was. I'll get around to waxing the table saw top, but that will be an all day project.

In summary, I have tested this product on the following materials with outstanding results:
Finished and unfinished wood
Cast iron
Tool steel
Steel
Stainless steel
Chrome plating
Brass
Aluminum
Plastic
Rubber
Leather
Painted surfaces ( probably enamel )

I have found no issues with the product. Some complain about the scent, I found it to be much less invasive than paste wax, although I was in the garage with the doors open. It is true that you need to use the tiniest speck of wax you can get. I found that you wrap you application rag around your finger, and merely touch the surface of the wax, that's plenty. Two of those doses is enough to get complete coverage on a 2.75 inch by 12 inch plane base. The majority of time spent was cleaning the old wax/oil/grease from the tools. The time required for the application of wax and buff were insignificant overall. Other waxes "haze" but this one doesn't appear to work that way. It seems that you simply apply the wax, grab your buff rag and buff it. No waiting. To be honest, I was skeptical about the marketing hype, about how this product can be used on "everything" with no drawbacks. However, in practice, it appears to work exactly that way. I couldn't find anything that didn't benefit from a coat of Ren Wax.

48 people found this helpful

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Chris

Recommended By A Friend

Reviewed in the United States on July 8, 2024

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Woodworking people know their waxes. This was used to condition the stock on a classic lever action rifle. Results were astonishingly good.

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🔹 Catrinka 🔹

Used by museums and conservationists around the world...and me

Reviewed in the United States on October 19, 2013

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Renaissance Wax was originally developed for the British Museum in London to revitalize and protect their antiques and artifacts. It's a microcrystalline wax that is acquired as a part of the petroleum refinery process. Fortunately, it's also available for regular home use to guard our own valuable possessions from the damaging effects of humidity, heat, dust, environmental destruction, aging and ordinary wear.

With its high moisture resistance, it forms a barrier against the above mentioned threats while forming a durable, lustrous finish. It can be used on wood, metal, leather, stone, and many other finished surfaces. Renaissance Wax leaves no sticky surface and also doesn't take fingerprints as easily as many other waxes. I also love that it doesn't stain or discolor over time.

While I have used it on several of our more valuable antiques pieces, I primarily use it as a protective finish for metal work (both jewelry and other artistic works) as well as a wax coating for some oil paintings. NOTE: If you're using it as a final finish for oil paintings, the paint should have at least 6-9 months to dry (longer if thick impasto) and it should have a finished coat of varnish applied/cured prior to wax application.

On jewelry and other metalwork, it prevents tarnish and corrosion. On older pieces, it first cleans by lifting dirt and remnants of other waxes leaving the surface with a thin, hard protective film. It's wonderful on shiny metal finishes such as drawer pulls and helps them to maintain their shine and not oxidize. Conversely, on those metal pieces that have been oxidized with a beautiful patina (either naturally or artificially), this wax protects that appearance to prevent the look from altering.

Just so some of you don't get a big surprise when you order this and it arrives, that's not a typo on the product page...this Renaissance Wax comes in a tiny 2.25 oz. container. So, yes, it IS expensive...but I feel that it's worth paying the extra for something that works so well and is used by museums around the world. The only downside is the smell, but that gradually begins to disappear about 24 hours after application.

68 people found this helpful

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Liv

Great for all types of projects and lasts forever

Reviewed in the United States on November 26, 2023

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First of all, there's a pretty fragrant smell that comes with this polish as soon as you open the container. It doesn't last, and it's not super offensive. It just helps to know to expect it.

I use this polish on my polymer clay projects personally. There are so many different techniques to sanding and buffing your pieces. I use a Dremel along with this wax polish and felt tips. It doesn't have any sort of shiny finish which is great when I want to keep projects more matte. I would consider it necessary when finishing my pieces as the difference in quality is significant. It really elevates the final look. I've had my container for a year now and I've barely made a dent in it, even though I use it on a regular basis.

9 people found this helpful

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Tamara L. Hale

Great product

Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2024

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Researched a lot of products before purchasing this one. Super easy to apply and buff. Leaves a nice protective finish with a tiny bit of sheen. No smell, looks great. A little bit goes a long way.

5 people found this helpful

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Carson F.

Great for antique guns!

Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2024

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Really good stuff. Bought it based on a gun magazine article. Later my gunsmith recommended it for my 100 year old gun.

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ACS

Exelente producto!!!

Reviewed in Mexico on February 6, 2024

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Me encantó el acabado de la capa que deja en los anillos de moneda, el brillo que obtienes es magnífico y se conservan muy bien sin oxidarse, lo recomiendo muy satisfecho.

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Cliff C.

Excellent Quality - Highly recommended.

Reviewed in Canada on December 2, 2023

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Renaissance Wax Polish 65ml is simply the best wax I have ever used on my wood turning projects.
Highly recommended.