Category Archives: Tips

How Much Will a Can of Briwax Cover?

Posted on 08/30/2012 by The Briwax Guy

Many folks have asked us about the coverage they should get with Briwax. Here is a way to figure the coverage that you should get (note: everyone uses too much!). Whatever you are about to use Briwax on, whatever kind … Continue reading →

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The Briwax Guy on the Road Again

Posted on 09/08/2011 by The Briwax Guy

We’re pleased to let you know that the Briwax Guy will be live and in person at Nottingham Antiques – Thursday, September 15 through Saturday, September 17.  He’ll be able to tell you all about the entire Briwax family of … Continue reading →

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How to Use Briwax over Paint

Posted on 07/01/2011 by The Briwax Guy

Do you have an older piece of furniture that you like, but just don’t like the finish? A friend was telling us about “Uncle Matt’s Piece” . . . that’s what she called it because that’s what everybody called it! … Continue reading →

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My Briwax is liquid . . . what do I do now?

Posted on 06/17/2011 by The Briwax Guy

First, don’t worry . . . Briwax will turn into a liquid in hot weather.  This in no way diminishes the quality of the product.  In fact, Briwax is designed to turn liquid and can be used in a liquid … Continue reading →

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How to Use the Briwax Colors . . .

Posted on 05/14/2011 by The Briwax Guy

and some suggestions on how to use them . . . Clear . . . use Clear Briwax when you wish no color on the finished item.  Clear Briwax is perfect for Granite or Marble. Use Clear on Corian or … Continue reading →

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How do you use the Briwax Wax Filler Stick?

Posted on 01/23/2010 by The Briwax Guy

Maybe the first question should be  —  why do I even need a Briwax Wax Filler Stick?  The answer would be if you have a nail hole, a knot hole that needs to be filled or a perhaps a repair … Continue reading →

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We’ve Updated our Website

Posted on 09/17/2009 by The Briwax Guy

We’ve updated our website!  We’ve tried to make our website more user friendly easier for you to get the latest information about all of the fine woodworking products that we carry. Spend a few minutes on our site  —  Briwax-TRG.com … Continue reading →

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Using Briwax on Metal

Posted on 07/30/2009 by The Briwax Guy

Briwax is excellent on all metals and actually forms a seal on the surface that prevents oxygen from tarnishing the metal. Oxidation is simply the interaction between oxygen and the substance it contacts. Oxygen on a freshly sliced apple turns … Continue reading →

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Customer Payment Options

Posted on 06/27/2009 by The Briwax Guy

We’re pleased to let our customers know that we now accept the Discover Card. Feel free to pay with American Express, Visa, MasterCard and now Discover!

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There are still rumors out there . . .

Posted on 06/24/2009 by The Briwax Guy

Rumors of our demise have been greatly exaggerated . . . (with respect to Mark Twain) The Briwax manufacturing plant is up and running – smooth and efficiently. Our USA warehouses are now fully stocked! There is no substitute for … Continue reading →

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