Applying wax with a brush can be done using various techniques to achieve the desired finish. One specific method, particularly recommended for the initial layer of wax, involves a directional application process.
Applying Wax with a Brush: The First Coat Technique
According to one application method, especially for applying the first layer of wax to a surface, a specific technique focusing on direction and coverage is utilized.
Using the Cross Coat Technique for Initial Waxing
When applying wax with a brush, one recommended approach for the first coat is to employ the cross coat application technique. This helps in effectively working the wax into the surface.
Step-by-Step Application (First Coat Method)
Based on this technique, here are the steps for applying the first coat of wax using a brush:
- Begin by accessing the wax directly from inside the pot.
- Apply the wax using the cross coat application technique.
- This technique is specifically applied for the first coat of wax.
- A key instruction for this first coat is to apply the wax perpendicular to the direction of the wood grain.
- For example: If the natural lines of the wood grain run vertically (up and down), you would apply your brush strokes horizontally (such as from left to right) for this initial application.
This method emphasizes a particular directional approach using the cross coat technique to ensure the wax is properly applied as the foundational layer on the surface.
