Rennaissance Wax ?

[Mongo-man]

Does rennaissance wax forms an invisible protective layer on wood and steel, or can it be polished to a high luster, like other waxes?

I just ordered a 200 ml can, and wondered if you can also use it to "shine" your knives.

Thanks in advance.

 

[JCaswell]

My experience with Renn wax is that it's a soft wax mixed with a solvent. It's good for some things, but I haven't been too impressed on steel.
Also, keep in mind, it will alter, fade, the darker color on damascus etched in Ferric Chloride, and possibly by other methods. I've found it to alter the finish of leather as well, and I'm not sure it is suitable as a solitary finish on wood.
It has aggressive cleaning action and lends itself to certain tasks. With careful application, I think it would be well suited for certain antique applications where there is original finish, or most of it, still in place.

I find typical funiture paste wax (not the new-age citrusy stuff), to provide very good protection, but it takes a little playing with to get the nack of using it (ie: applying a thin, even coat, letting it harden a bit and buffing by hand with a soft, dry cloth).

 

[Gollnick]

I love Ren Wax. I was just the other day looking at brass that I have not touched in literally years and it's still bright.

 

[Raymond Richard]

I've had a can of Rennaissance wax for years and still prefer Minwax Paste plus the cost is about 75% less. Johnson Paste wax is also very good.

 

[JCaswell]

I've had a can of Rennaissance wax for years and still prefer Minwax Paste plus the cost is about 75% less. Johnson Paste wax is also very good.

Those are the two brands I tend to stick with too. I think they're roughly comparable.

Never tried Renn Wax on brass. Have to try that.

 

[dsvirsky]

Briwax works well. Costs about $15 for a one pound can at your local furniture store.

 

[IronWolf]

I have used Ren wax for a number of years, and found it to work well. Bowler's wax seems to outlast Ren wax though. The only drawback to Bowler's is the ammount of toluene in it. the toluene can suspend harder waxes for a stronger finish, but it is a bad substance to be breathing.(esp if you have an intolerance to toluene or xylene like me)

 

[peter nap]

Well...it just so happens I was playing with a replacement for my Ballistol and beeswax formula earlier in the week. I used woodcrafts, Crystal clear Past Wax with Imported Carnuba, mixed with just enough Ballistol to make a Gravy like mix. The idea was one for wood and metal.
It rained for 3 days here and here is the result after a day or so in the rain...It still hasn't changed except the rusty side is rustier.

It worked so well on the metal I smeared it on an old knife I made years ago and it even shined the handle.

And to answer your question, I don't care for Ren Wax. Too soft.

 

[jhiggins]

I use Butcher's paste wax. Love it. :thumbup:

 

[Mongo-man]

Thank you guys for your comments on the subject.
I think others might compile similar listings about their prefered brand for certain applications.
This gives all of us an edge when we need a certain product for a specific need.
It will give us more insight in the different brands and could save all of us a lot of cash and precious time sarching for the right product.

Thanks for the replies :thumbup: