Liberon Liming Wax is a white wax used to create a traditional limed or whitewash effect on oak and other interior hardwoods.
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Liberon Liming Wax is a white wax used to create a traditional limed or whitewash effect on oak and other interior hardwoods.
It works by filling the open grain of the timber with white wax, creating a distinctive decorative finish that highlights the natural grain of the wood.
Liming wax is particularly effective on open-grained woods such as oak, where the natural grain can be opened before the wax is applied.
Liberon Liming Wax is suitable for both modern and vintage furniture and is ideal for creating a vibrant decorative finish.
Liberon Liming Wax can be used on a range of suitable interior wooden surfaces, including:
It is particularly effective on open-grained timber, where the white wax can settle into the grain and create the characteristic limed effect.
See our helpful step by step guide on how to Lime wood here.
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Limed oak is one of the most popular uses for Liberon Liming Wax.
By opening the natural grain of oak and filling it with white wax, you can create a distinctive pale, whitewashed appearance while retaining the character of the timber.
The technique can be used on antique oak furniture as well as modern furniture and other interior oak surfaces.
The final appearance will depend on the natural colour of the timber, how deeply the grain has been opened and how much Liming Wax is worked into the wood.
Liberon Liming Wax is used to create a whitewashed, limed effect on oak and other suitable interior hardwoods. It highlights the natural open grain of the timber.
Liming Wax is a white wax designed to fill the open grain of wood, creating a distinctive pale or whitewashed decorative effect.
Yes. Oak is one of the ideal woods for liming because its open grain allows the white wax to settle into the grain and create a strong decorative effect.
Yes. Liming Wax can be used on suitable softwoods such as pine, although the grain should first be opened using a wire brush or coarse abrasive paper.
Yes. It can be used on suitable antique furniture, although valuable or historically important pieces should always be tested carefully before treatment.
Yes. A darker timber can provide a stronger contrast with the white wax, making the limed grain particularly striking.
Yes, opening the grain is important for achieving a good limed effect. A Bronze Liming Brush is ideal for opening the grain of hardwoods.
Work the wax into the open grain using Ultra Fine Steel Wool Grade 0000 or a lint-free cloth. Wipe away the excess, allow it to dry for a few minutes and then buff the surface.
For a traditional finish, use a clear wax such as Liberon Black Bison Clear Wax Polish. For greater water resistance, Liberon Finishing Oil can be used.
Yes, it can be used on suitable interior wooden floors but is not a strong finish to resist heavy day to day usage. For a floor you may be best to use a White Hard Wax Oil.
Yes. Liberon Liming Wax can be used to create a decorative limed effect on suitable interior wooden doors.
Liming Wax is also known as White Wax as it gives a ‘whitewash’ effect due to the wax soaking into the grain of the wood. This technique was used on oak beams in old houses and became a very popular method on furniture in the late 19th century.
Limed Oak is a name used for the Oak timber that has been whitewashed. This is usually seen on floors or furniture where the grain is opened using a Liming Brush and filled with Liming Wax or Paste which lightens the grain. This is often seen on traditional period oak furniture along with other hard woods as long as they have an open grain.
The approximate coverage is 5–6m² for 500ml and a 5-minute drying time.
Health and Safety
Irritant. Contains Turpentine. Flammable. May cause sensitisation by skin contact. Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking. Keep out of the reach of children. Avoid contact with skin. Do not empty into drains. Wear suitable gloves. Use only in well-ventilated areas. If swallowed, do not induce vomiting: seek medical advice immediately and show this container of label.
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