How to remove existing wax

andy2 · 24th May 2006, 05:34 PM

I just waxed the lacquer finish using Minwax polish but didn't like the result that much.

How do I remove the existing wax and reapply a different kind?

poobah · 24th May 2006, 08:15 PM

Use a mild solvent like mineral spirits... hardware store. You can go to an autobody supply and purchase "wax and grease remover".

BE SURE to test a small spot first...

I would just try a new wax over what is there and skip removing it... could be risky... even with the proper chemicals.

Bryce H. · 26th May 2006, 02:19 PM

You can also try to wash it with a dish soap such as Dawn... A lot of people use that to remove wax from their cars. It is designed to be a strong soap to be able to get the greases from foods off your plates. Good luck

24th May 2006, 05:34 PM	#1
andy2 diyAudio Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Los Angeles	How to remove existing wax I just waxed the lacquer finish using Minwax polish but didn't like the result that much. How do I remove the existing wax and reapply a different kind?

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24th May 2006, 08:15 PM	#2
poobah diyAudio Member Join Date: Nov 2005	Use a mild solvent like mineral spirits... hardware store. You can go to an autobody supply and purchase "wax and grease remover". BE SURE to test a small spot first... I would just try a new wax over what is there and skip removing it... could be risky... even with the proper chemicals.

26th May 2006, 02:19 PM	#3
Bryce H. diyAudio Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Utah	You can also try to wash it with a dish soap such as Dawn... A lot of people use that to remove wax from their cars. It is designed to be a strong soap to be able to get the greases from foods off your plates. Good luck