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Renaissance Wax Polish
200 ml. (7 oz.)
We love this wax and you will too. There is NOTHING that
comes close to matching it's quality!
FOR USE ON:
Bronze
Knives
Wood
Steel
Model Airplanes and Boats
Buttons and Doll Eyes - makes them look new!
Coins
Photographs
Paper
Marble
Leather
Instruments
Tools
Automobiles
and much MUCH more!
Renaissance wax polish was originally formulated in the British Museum research laboratories in the early 1950’s, in response to a discussion amongst museum technicians at an international conference on fine-art conservation.
In accelerated ageing tests, the British Museum scientist found that all current commercial waxes based on the usual natural waxes (beeswax and carnauba wax) contained acids, which, in time, could spoil original finishes. He rejected them all and investigated the new so-called ‘fossil’ or microcrystalline waxes being refined out of crude oil. With their distinct characteristics, depending on their geographical origins, the new ‘man-made’ waxes could be accurately blended to meet the needs of many industries, thus, the waxes combined Natures’ best qualities with the advantages of modern technology.
The blend, which emerged from that research, was ‘designed’ for long-term protection of all classes of museum exhibits. At last, museum technicians and others caring for important collections could use wax polish that neither caused future conservation problems not detracted from the intrinsic values of their treasures.
The London-based company Picreator Enterprises, Ltd. under its trade name ‘Renaissance’ ultimately undertook commercial production and distribution of the polish in 1968. The product was quickly accepted in the international museum world and has become a universally respected standard conservation material—probably the most widely specified because of its almost unlimited uses.
What makes Renaissance wax so different?
It has a crystalline structure much finer that totally natural waxes, a property that confers a highly efficient moisture resistance. Countless statues and monuments in city streets are now protected by Renaissance wax from weathering corrosion.
When thinly applied and rubbed out to full luster, the wax film is (and remains) glass-clear, with no discoloration either of the wax of the underlying surface. Renaissance wax is free from acids (pH neutral) and will not damage even sensitive materials. For example, photographs for exhibition or of historic value are waxed to protect the image from the natural acidity of hand or environmental pollutants. The wax does not stain or darken even white paper.
The many uses of Renaissance wax
On bronze sculptures the easily oxidized metal and its patinas need protection from the atmosphere to prevent color changes from occurring. Even natural oils from hands can darken patinas. Outdoor bronze sculptures are susceptible to water and pollution and if not protected the collector risks color changes in the patina and possibly damage to the bronze surface such as surface distortion and metal deterioration.
On furniture or wood carvings the wax delicately enhances grain or ‘flame’ patterns. It protects existing finishes and can be applied directly to sanded, unfinished hardwoods without need of sealers.
Paper kites and model airplanes can be waterproofed. The wax reduces ‘drag’ on model boats racing in the water.
Steel tools can be treated to prevent rusting. One model ship maker reported that dipping small-diameter wood drills into the wax almost eliminated drill breakage when working on hardwoods.
Leather of all colors can be protected with a brilliant shine by use of Renaissance wax. Leather coats and handbags can be proofed against rain with no ‘rubbing off’ of colored waxes to clothing.
Marble is easily stained and extremely porous but can be protected by an application of Renaissance wax.
Makers/restorers of violins, cellos and guitars use the wax to protect varnish from players’ natural acid contact and from the sticky powdery residue of rosin on bow hair.
For automobiles, renaissance produces a great shine with an unrivalled service life in all weathers. It can be used successfully on all surfaces: paint, bright metals, rubber or plastic seals and upholstery. The wax’s microcrystalline structure has amazing plasticity. The dry film ‘flows’ under pressure and will not fracture when the seat is sat on.
Renaissance wax film is hard and dry and does not, like oil, remain sticky and attract atmospheric acidity. When applied correctly—in thin layers—the wax is extremely economical in use. So that its initial cost compares very favorably with ordinary commercial waxes. In room temperature, with the can firmly capped, Renaissance has a shelf life of many hears. Renaissance wax will remain in perfect condition long after other waxes have caked hard and become useless.
We love this wax and use it in the Bronze Sculpture Professional Care and Maintenance Kits.
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