Renaissance Wax Polish , 200 ml

I'm picky about protectants, and Renaissance Wax is a standout. It goes on easy (thin layer buffs off quickly), provides excellent protection without any thick, waxy residue or buildup that dulls the finish. Really makes whatever you're applying it to pop—whether metal, leather, wood, or other surfaces, the shine and depth come through beautifully. It's durable too; doesn't seem to wear off with normal handling or light use, holding up well over time. Not the cheapest option out there, but well worth the price for the quality and results—no regrets. I recommend it wholeheartedly if you're looking for something that actually protects without compromising appearance.

So I have ordered this after reading a big deal on sword collector sites. It is the panacea for all the needs of collectors, and so far the fame seems to be deserved. I have 2 occidental swords, limited edition from Lord of the Rings movies (Museum edition series); and I was concerned about how to keep these beauties in a clean and nice way. Tried with silicone oil, mineral oil and while they solve the purpose, leave the blade and hilt greasy and attract a lot of particles, making them quite bad to look at, and in continuous need to be cleaned (get a spoon, put it in honey, lick all honey off and then roll the spoon on the carpet...this is how the swords would look like...I don't have a museum with weatherproof sealed boxes, so dust get on them no matter what :D ) Used this once, and so far great results! It cleaned the old stain on the metal, and the dried residual of oil; and made the metal a bit more shiny (not sure if it removed the aging coat that the sword maker put on the sword; or if it just cleaned it); but it won't look like chrome, so be assured that the sword will stay nice and clean but not shiny and "bling". It works great on the blade, hilt and grip (which is made of leather); I've coated the scabbard too (made of wood, metal and leather), and it looks awesomely clean. The big advantages are that you don't need to coat every few months the blade, since this wax stays on for quite a long time (heard that you need to give another coat once every 6-8 months, based on how much you handle the sword), it doesn't leave grease all over and if you touch the blade with your fingers (don't do it), you can easily wipe away the blade and you are fine; while with the oil you would have to give a new coat (if the grease on the hands goes under the oil coat, with air, it will cause rust to appear on the carbon blade, that's why you never touch with your bare hands a carbon steel blade, unless you clean it thoroughly after). I am happy with it; there is plenty for 10 years of coating :) Tried it on other old items, like silver items which had a dark coat on it, and it didn't work as well as the sword; I guess that Silver has to be cleaned with other products before you can use this wax. Works good on leather and wood chairs, altho it will be expensive to coat 4 chair every 6 months...you may have better luck with common cheaper products, unless you have a louis 15th type furniture :)

This is a great product for long-term polishing solutions. However if I may make a suggestion to the manufacturer they really need to make it odorless and more environmentally friendly the smell in particular is bad, smells like gasoline. The company needs to put more effort into odorless for people & needs enhancements. As for quality streak free and shine it meets all the criteria. The safety as far as the smell toxicity needs work.

This is a new product to Amazon according to shipping label. I have known it for decades, Preserves black paint never purchased. It arrived three days ago and works well on everything. First was a black chrome Leica. Black paint camera finish is protected. Cameras cleaned what I thought was already clean and left a smooth finish. Woodworking planes in new condition and preserved. Black finish S&W semi automatics to retard holster wear. Also preserves stainless S&W revolvers. One odd kitchen knife that is not stainless and it used to stain. Historic use was monochrome silver photo prints. It goes on easily, dries in minutes, rub off with soft cloth and looks and feels great. 4 hours to complete hardness. The small bottle is a good starter unless you anticipate heavy use.

I needed a non-oily, non-reactive, polish-preservative agent to use on firearms, antiques, and fine wood furniture items. Oils attract and hold dust and acids in fingerprints, as well as discolouring wood surfaces. Often, what protects wood is detrimental to finishes on firearms. After researching different processes used by various museums, I selected Renaissance Wax for a self-test. The product was easy to apply and carries a pleasant scent. The product does not change the texture of wooden objects, but will slightly darken overly dry wood surfaces. When applied and buffed off, the product leaves no appreciable residue. When applied, the product should be rubbed/buffed to the point of removal, as dried product is difficult to remove. On metallic surfaces, the product left no oily residue, yet provided a water and print resistant surface. The product excelled on lightly finished walnut, cherry, and chestnut surfaces. Items that I had avoided polishing, other than to ‘dust’ for years, now have a deep, residue-free lustre! I would suggest trying the product on a out of sight area of any object under consideration before further application. I did not try the product on leather goods.

I purchased this Renaissance Wax Polish specifically to protect the coins in my collection, and it has worked incredibly well. Because it is completely acid-free and inert, it provides a highly reliable micro-thin barrier against moisture, air, and fingerprints without causing any long-term discoloration or harm to the metal. One of the biggest selling points for numismatics and conservation is its reversibility. If you ever need to return the coin to its original, raw state, the wax can be easily and safely removed with a bit of acetone. A tiny dab of this wax goes an exceptionally long way, so this 200 ml tin will easily last for years. It is an absolute must-have for anyone serious about preserving coins or valuable metal antiques!

This is a stupendous product for which I already wrote a review several years ago. It read: Unlike other micro-crystalline waxes, this leaves no white residue on your work. Do you need to waterproof a calligraphy project? Renaissance Wax is a product which is often sold to prevent rust but which can have good uses for the Calligrapher. Renaissance Wax is a brand of microcrystalline wax polish that is used in antique restoration and museums. (According to the label on the can, The British Museum uses it.) It is also used as a protective finish for metals to prevent tarnish and rust. (One reviewer on the Amazon site claims to have used it to prevent having to polish his copper sink.) It is also used as a primary finish for cabinetry and furniture. Although not appropriate for all materials, one commercial supplier states it has been used, “to revive and protect valuable furniture, leather, paintings, metals, marble, onyx, ivory etc.” (I have never tried it on any of these surfaces and probably wouldn’t as there are other, specifically formulated products that have been manufactured for most of them.) Wax coatings are used to produce barriers that exclude moisture and oxygen from surfaces. As such I have used Renaissance Wax to cover calligraphy that might be exposed to moisture: Name tags, individual place cards, envelopes. I rub the wax onto the already lettered paper with a soft cloth, then buff it quickly. (If you rub the wax on before you do the calligraphy, the wet ink will not stick to the paper.) Some papers will briefly turn more translucent but will return to the original as the product dries. Then paper will not be shiny when the wax is dry. Renaissance Wax is a blend of refined microcrystalline waxes which remain neutral. I have tested Renaissance Wax and found its pH to be 6.8 (or higher.) It contains petroleum products, rather than all natural waxes. Most current commercial waxes (based on beeswax and carnauba wax) contain acids that can spoil original finishes and cause paper to yellow. I make no claim, however, as to whether it should be used on paper that is expected to last a long time. I do not use it for this purpose. It is great for making sure food or drink does not cause the ink on name tags or place cards to run. Do keep the lid on the jar when not in use; Renaissance wax does evaporate. Given its odor, I believe the wax should also be used in a site where there is good ventilation. While one site claims it “has high moisture resistance, and can be used to protect paper book covers from finger prints and adds luster to water colors and other works on paper,” I recommend trying it on a small sample before using it on any paper. Most creams and whites do fine with it. It causes some darker colors to become “dusty.” Depending on the shininess of photographic prints, it can cause streaks. Renaissance wax can be purchased on a number of internet sites. I have not found any place in the Greater Cincinnati Area that sells it. The price is usually comparable from one site to the next. Amazon and New York Art Supply sell it for about the same price.

Great for old blued finishes. Keeps the finish shiny while resisting fingerprints. Prevents moisture from ruining old finishes over time.

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Great stuff

An amazingly high quality product. Used it on my most recent stone sculpture and it's perfect & doesn't change or diminish with time.

Teuer aber gut, benutze es für Blankwaffen!

Un consiglio del liutaio la metto una volta all'anno sulle fasce e sul fondo di una viola, protegge dal sudore, etc. E' assolutamente incolore.