Beeswax Furniture Polish

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 9

Make your own Beeswax Furniture Polish at home

by The Chefin Home

Prep

30 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	4 ounces beeswax
	2 tablespoons carnauba paraffin wax
	2 1/2 cups mineral spirits

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

N/A

Calories

N/A

Sugar

N/A

Fat

N/A

Beeswax Furniture Polish is a natural, chemical-free way to care for your furniture. Made from just three simple ingredients - beeswax, carnauba paraffin wax, and mineral spirits - this polish is easy to make at home and leaves a long-lasting protective layer on your furniture. With regular use, it can help extend the life of your furniture and keep it looking its best. Beeswax Furniture Polish is suitable for use on most finished surfaces, including wood, metal, and glass.

Instructions

1.	Melt the beeswax and carnauba paraffin wax in a double boiler.
2.	Remove from heat and add mineral spirits.
3.	Mix well and allow the mixture to cool.
4.	Apply a small amount of the polish to a clean, lint-free cloth.
5.	Apply to furniture in a circular motion, working in small sections.
6.	Allow the polish to dry and buff with a clean cloth.

PROS

Beeswax Furniture Polish is a natural alternative to chemical-based furniture polishes.

It’s easy to make at home with just a few ingredients, and it’s affordable too.

When applied to furniture, it leaves a protective layer that prevents moisture and dust from damaging the surface.

CONS

The process of making Beeswax Furniture Polish can be time-consuming.

It’s not suitable for use on unfinished or absorbent surfaces like raw wood.

It may not be as effective as commercial furniture polish for heavy-duty cleaning or deep conditioning.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Beeswax is a natural substance that has antibacterial and antifungal properties.
When used in furniture polish, it creates a barrier that protects the furniture from moisture and dust.
The mineral spirits used in this recipe should be handled with care as they are flammable and toxic.