I did a post on Annie Sloan White Wax Finish and wanted to do one on Black Wax as well. I really like the Black Wax. It gives a different finished look than Dark Wax. You can see my post on dark wax here: Using dark wax to give your project an antique look
I started out by painting a small table with ASCP Duck Egg Blue, lightly distressing it and sealing it with Clear Wax.
Annie Sloan Black Wax goes on much like the Dark Wax. For this piece I used a small brush to add the black wax to just the areas I wanted it in. The black wax gets into the crevices and accents it and gives the piece depth and texture.
I like the way the Black Wax spreads over the Clear Wax. I think it’s easier to use than the Dark Wax. It’s a little smoother and spreads a little easier. As with the Dark Wax, once applied over the Clear Wax just use a lint free cloth (I prefer cheesecloth) to wipe off the excess. It can also be lightened up or removed with a little clear wax on your lint free cloth. AS White Wax needs to sit for a few minutes before being buffed but Black Wax does not. It sets quickly like the Dark Wax.
The Black Wax gives the piece more of an industrial antique’d look and I love it. I think it looks great with the Duck Egg Blue and really brings out the character of this little table. Loving the options the new White and Black waxes offer.
Let me know if you have any questions or thoughts about the Black Wax.
Thanks for stopping by 😊
Cindy
