Gilboys 'antique gold' Beeswax Furniture Polish (Dark Shade)

Gilboys 'antique gold' Beeswax Furniture Polish (Dark Shade)

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Gilboys 'antique gold' Beeswax Furniture Polish (Dark Shade)

Gilboys 'antique gold' Beeswax Furniture Polish (Dark Shade)

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Simply the best beeswax wood polish for antique woods. Made in the UK.  

BRINGS OLD FURNITURE BACK TO LIFE 
PRESERVES THE FINISH OF ANTIQUE WOOD 
REVIVES AND PROTECTS

    Natural waxes:
    • Triple-filtered beeswax, humanely harvested from local hives
    • Carnauba, Myrica, Japan and Berry waxes
    Pure Pine Gum Spirits of Turpentine
    No Petrochemical Solvent, No Silicone

    Our polishing kits include everything you need to restore, polish and protect the finish of your wood furniture:

    • Gilboys beeswax furniture polish
    • 1.2 metres of our antique restorers' recommended oil-free '0000' grade ultra-soft wire wool for easier application
    • 2 large lengths of our antique restorers' recommended open-weave 100% cotton polishing cloth for streak-free buffing
    • A matching 'Gilded bee' pure beeswax scratch repair cube for repairing scratches and dents before polishing

    Our commitment to preserving the natural beauty of your wooden furniture has led us to improve our beeswax polish formula by incorporating a UV absorber. This addition has been scientifically proven to significantly lessen the harmful effects of UV radiation from direct sunlight on wooden surfaces.

    By integrating a UV absorber into our trusted beeswax polish formula, we provide additional protection that absorbs even more of the harmful UV rays before they can damage the wood or its finish. This advanced protection is especially crucial for pieces exposed to direct sunlight, helping to greatly reduce discolouration and extend the life of your furniture.

    While it does not block all UV rays entirely, it acts as a crucial additional barrier, extending the life of your furniture and keeping its colour and finish vibrant.

    Environmental preservation is very important to us and we make every effort to ensure our products have a minimal impact on the environment:

    • We are not driven by a corporate cost-reduction ethos. We select our components based on quality and sustainability rather than the cheapest alternatives
    • 100% Plastic-free recyclable packaging
    • Recycled cardboard and paper from FSC-approved mixed sources
    • Packing tape that is paper & cotton based with a water-based gum adhesive which can be recycled along with the cardboard boxes
    • No polypropylene-based tape. We use biodegradable raffia twine.
    • Our workshop roof is completely covered in solar panels and generates far more electricity than we consume
    1. For best results use the included ultra-soft 0000-grade oil-free wire wool to apply the polish
    2. With gentle pressure spread the polish evenly over the surface in the direction of the grain, being careful not to over apply and avoid any upholstered areas. Once applied the surface area should look matt in appearance
    3. Allow the pure pine turpentine to completely evaporate and the wax to harden (15-20 minutes in temperate climates)
    4. Use the included open-weave pure cotton buffing cloth to buff the wax with ease and without leaving streaks. An open-weave cloth reduces the heat from friction that would melt the top layer of wax and cause smearing.

    Weekly furniture maintenance of removing dust can be done by simply using a slightly damp cloth and drying if needed with a clean dry cloth - beeswax polish will protect the surface for a very long time.

    If you have a larger surface like the side of a chest of drawers or the top of a dining table apply the beeswax more evenly by dabbing the surface all over with small amounts of polish, then wipe in the direction of the grain to spread the wax evenly.

    SECRET TRADE TIP:

    For carved relief areas such as an antique coffer, you can also apply beeswax furniture polish with a cheap 1 inch trimmed paint brush. It makes applying the beeswax much easier and allows the polish to get right into those dusty and hard to reach areas. Buff it when completely dry with a soft shoe brush and buffing cloth.

    HOW TO GET THE BEST RESULTS FROM YOUR BEESWAX POLISH

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    Customer Reviews

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    Brian Steene (Worthing, GB)
    Perfect results. Great advice.

    We’re currently restoring furniture for a refit of a Victorian pub in London and came to Gilboys for advice on how to best do this. It was made harder as several chairs had been previously sanded across the grain and the marks were quite visible. After using the wax we’re were very happy with the results.

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    Elizabeth Bloor (Camden, GB)

    Brilliant for my 400 year old table

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    Fiona J (Wirral, GB)
    Thanks

    Item arrived quickly and beautifully packaged. Haven’t used it yet but expect it will be as good as the last lot I bought

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    ROBERT CLEVELAND (Dorking, GB)
    Easy to use

    I bought the kit to refurbish an antique clock and so pleaded with the result. The timber before looked tired and dry but now looks great.

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    Sarah (Welwyn Garden City, GB)
    Fantastic product

    Simon was extremely helpful. He spent time explaining to me how to use the product and answered all my questions. My table now looks amazing!

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    Ruth T. (Scranton, US)
    This is one!

    To get that shine that everyone loves, Get Gilboy's! Didn't know how lovely my old library table could be.

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    Sandra Jones (Maidstone, GB)
    Water marks

    Had water marks on my dining table the products worked well , very pleased

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    Ian Russell (Horsham, GB)
    New User

    The product is first class and a step up from other even premium brands. I would however be happy to receive just the jar without the retail fluff if this reduced costs and wastage. A happy customer nonetheless.

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    Anonymous (Coventry, GB)
    Restoring a faded table

    Our daughter’s table had been in the sun for a few years . We recommended your polish and with this has restored the two faded leaves beautifully and made all three parts shine . The faded leaves look nourished and their colour restored . An excellent result !!

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    Darren Booth (Brisbane, AU)
    It's very sad, but it's not worth it to send it to Australia

    Love, love the product.