Carnauba Wax in Flakes - Bleached 100g
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Shipping in 7-10 daysthe toughest natural wax
By buying this product you can collect up to 6 points. Your cart will total 6 points that can be converted into a voucher of €0.06.
Shipping in 7-10 daysthe toughest natural wax
Carnauba wax stands as an esteemed vegetable wax, derived from the leaves of the Brazilian palm Copernicia prunifera. It boasts high solubility in common solvents such as ethyl alcohol, essence of turpentine, and aromatics. Recognized as the toughest natural wax with a remarkably high melting point (80-87°C), it is frequently utilized to enhance the strength and luster of other waxes, elevating their melting points.
Traditionally integral to the encaustic technique, Carnauba wax finds application in restoration for creating mixtures utilized in grouting, waxing, or painting. In the realm of lutherie, particularly for guitars or the aging of instruments, it serves in varnish finishing. Applied as a final layer of protective wax using a warm cloth, it imparts a smooth, soft-to-touch, and elegant appearance to the varnish, enhancing the overall aesthetic appeal.