Wax polish is a semi-liquid made from a mixture of materials, including beeswax and carnuba. Waxes and wax-polishes can be applied on woods that have been finished with shellacs, varnishes or oils. Some waxes also contain ingredients like silicone, which makes wood appear glossy and slick to the eye. WAX can be used to enhance the color of the wood you're working with or on unpainted wood surfaces which have been finished with shellac, varnish, or oil coating. Pigmented waxes can be used to conceal minor blemishes, such as nicks, cracks, and scrapes.
Pigmented waxes leave wood with a soft satin sheen.
Many experts cover colored waxed woods with an additional coating of clear wax when they desire a more glossy effect. Clear wax provides a deep shine and luster to wood. Generally speaking, the more layers of wax you add, the shinier your furniture will look. PINE WAX is often used on light colored or unfinished furniture. When finished, woods have a yellowy-orange naturally deep, rich color.