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…dark wax OPTIONAL

May 4, 2015 by christen | 3 Comments

Did you know that using dark wax is optional?

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I get so many questions about how to apply dark wax. Many of us end up with a muddy mess if not applied correctly. I played with it for years. Here are some earlier pieces when I used it for great, surface coverage. It lends itself to a very aged look when used this way.

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When I started doing refinishing work, I tempered my use and used it very minimally for edging and detail work. Clients tend to shy away from anything too distressed.

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I now only use it when requested by clients for their pieces. I do use it for my own pieces that I buy & sell, however. I think it’s a great resource when used correctly.

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Not sure how to apply Annie Sloan Dark Wax? Check out the video I have on YouTube.

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  1. Kim Bartlett says

    May 4, 2015 at 10:49 am

    painting and waxing kitchen cabinets with Annie Sloan chalk paint clear and dark wax. and how to get dark wax in the seam/groove of cabinets without making a complete mess?

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  2. Jennifer says

    May 4, 2015 at 9:47 pm

    Love your work. I am confused I see some people that use chalk paint and either seal it with wax or poly. Which is Preferred? And what’s your experience with lint cloth to remove waxes.

    Thanks

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  3. Wendy says

    May 6, 2015 at 1:19 am

    Hi just wondered I’ve always thin down dark wax with white spirit ,have you tried it?

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