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Removing renaissance wax
I tried polishing up the badges on my '41 QDL with rennaissance and accidentally got some on the surrounding crinkle-paint. (Today's lesson: mask off the area not being polished next time).
I've tried removing the wax with 91% alcohol, simple green, dish soap and water, and it's progressively worse (looks awful now). Before I step up to stronger chemicals, I'm wondering if anyone has any suggestions for removing it without damaging the crinkle paint?
I was also considering gently heating it up to melt / soften the wax and wick it up with a cloth - but I suspect that would still leave some residue...
Thanks!
- Rusty Keys
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Re: Removing renaissance wax
I just Googled your question and there is a document that says you can remove Renaissance Wax with "White spirits", a petroleum distillate.
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Re: Removing renaissance wax
Rusty Keys wrote:
I just Googled your question and there is a document that says you can remove Renaissance Wax with "White spirits", a petroleum distillate.
Www.archivalmethods.com
- robmck
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Re: Removing renaissance wax
Thanks. I didn't have any mineral spirits on hand, so I think I used car detailing soap, a stiff bristled brush, and patience.
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