A Solution Is Found!
Lucky me! Help came over, not only bringing me this adorable hyacinth for Valentine's Day, but also a collection of furniture waxes. We tested away, with Suzi demonstrating what techniques have worked for her, helping me analyze why the previous wax had left a white residue in the cervices of the wood grain.
"Table dandruff" after applying Howard's furniture wax...
...and after rubbing Briwax over the area.
When we applied Briwax with steel wool over the areas I had previously applied Howard's, the white residue came away with some rubbing. This is probably due to Briwax containing toluene, so definitely a less pleasant product to use, but effective. I've ordered my can (oops, the table is huge, perhaps I should have ordered two) and I do believe a solution has been found.
In the meantime, Happy Valentine's Day...and thanks Suzi, for taking the time to come over and help me figure out how to complete this table transformation!
27 comments:
Aren't friends great! I love your flower and the cute name tag. Glad things are going well with your table! It really looks great so far!
With all the work you are putting into your table it has to turn out great!
Don't worry one can will be enough. I just picked up a can of clear briwax on Sat. to deal my coffee table ( tons left over), Happy Valentine's day!
Janell,that table is just beautiful. Glad you are finding a way to make it work. I've heard great things about Briwax. Happy V Day!
Happy Valentine's Day to you! How very thoughtful of Suzi to stop by with insight and a gift to boot! Isn't that the way is should be?
Glad things turned out well...
Glad you finally found a solution. Now you'll need to plan a big dinner party to celebrate when the table is finally complete.
Glad you found the remedy you were after, have used Briwax a few times and can almost assure you that one can will be plenty, a lot goes along way. Can't wait to see the table...the sneak peek looks awfully pretty. New to blogworld, under 2 months...started my own and hope you will visit me...we both share a love for design/decor and its also about the building of our new home...also doing a first time giveaway, a gorgeous french chair!
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Thanks and happy Valentines day!
Happy Valentine's Janell....
glad the table/wax issue is getting figured out...table's going to be gorgeous when finished...
maureen
Great news- I knew you'd figure it out. Happy Valentine's xo
Aren't friends the best! Glad you found a solution!
It's amazing what you get when great minds come together! Good thing you aren't charging by the hour on this table! Bless your heart, it's been a labor of love! Can't wait to see it in all it's completed glory!!
I'm so glad you found a solution! Thanks Suzi!
Happy Valentine's Day, Janell!
I love Briwax and the fabulous colors it comes in too. That's how I darkened my really light cabinets. Great stuff. Hugs, Marty
Yeah!!! Only smooth sailing from now on.
Happy Valentine's to you dear Janell. You are a rare gem.
Warm hugs, Mon
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Isn't that what great friends are all about? So happy to hear a solution has been found! love your hyacinth and the adorable tag. Thanks so much for you lovely comment on my interview at hodge:podge! xo
So glad you have finally found something that will work. Love it when friends come to the rescue. Happy Valentine's Day!
Janell,I know you have to be doing a happy dance to have found Briwax!!! Lots of work, but oh how the table will have a wonderful glow when done. I can't wait to see the finished product and good for you for being so diligent in your pursuit of the look you want. It is all in the details isn't it? Happy Vday,Kathysue
Your table is looking beautiful! Nice of Suzi to help and I love the tag she made on your hyacinth. Happy Valentine's Day, Janell!
Horray, a solution to your problem.Good luck, hope all goes well.
Happy Valentine's Day!
Xo,
E&J
How sweet! Glad you found one that works! Happy Valentine's Day, Janell!
Very pleased you have a solution in sight. And what a cute hyacinth gift!
I"m in awe of your perseverance!
Hope you had a great VD.
I looove your table.
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V
Briwax is the best....I have been using it for 20 years!
What a nice table! mine is a lot rustic than yours and have lots of stains. I think I'll try briwax, do you apply it with a cloth ? also did you order it on line ?
thanks so much, i love your blog !
Marcela,
I did buy it online, just googled "briwax" and found a place to order it from. Also, I applied it and buffed it with steel wool. Worked great! Janell
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