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A Helpful Guide To Curing Wax Melts And Tarts. (Really Helpful)
The wax melt industry is at an all time high as so many people have started at home businesses during worldwide lockdowns. With this there are many who have questions as they strive to make their wax melts the best out there.
One such question that I hear regularly from people who are new to making wax melts and tarts is:
“Do wax melts need to cure?”
As I am sure many of you are aware scented candles need time to cure but is it the same for wax melts and tarts?
Well this helpful guide is going to give you all of the information that you need to get your wax melts and business off to a flying start!
So without further ado let’s get into this.
Curing your wax melts is an essential step to get the best scent throw. I let these strawberry Soy wax Melts cure for 14 days.
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Why wax vinyl?
Before we talk about how to wax vinyl floors, let’s think a little bit about why you should do it in the first place.
The first thing to understand is that what we now usually refer to as “wax” is not actually wax.
In the old days, people used to polish their floors with real wax, but nowadays, although wax is still available, the most common products used are acrylic.
Semantics aside though, why would you want to “wax” your VCT floor? And do you really need to?
When new VCT is laid, it comes with a layer of finish that’s designed to protect it. However, this layer is only designed to protect the VCT during transit, and it won’t stand up to general wear and tear once the floor is in use, so it’s essential to wax VCT floor to protect it long-term.
Furthermore, waxing VCT floors will give you a sheen that wouldn’t be possible without wax, so if you’re looking for an attractive polished look, waxing is your only option.
Finally, some waxes can even help repair minor damage like scratches, which means waxing is a great way to return your floor to optimal condition.
So in short, for all these reasons, if you have VCT floors, although they don’t need much maintenance, you’ll still have to look after them by waxing them from time to time.
Types of Car Wax
Most car wax varieties fall into one of three categories: paste, liquid or spray. Each type has its pros and cons, and the waxing process is slightly different depending on which kind you choose.
Paste Wax
Paste waxes will produce the best shine, last the longest after application, and are harder to waste than liquid or spray waxes, so it’ll be a while before you run out. However, the waxing process will take longer using paste than if you choose one of the other two types as it’s harder to apply, so some patience will be necessary.
Liquid Wax
Liquid wax is easier to use than paste, and if you find a trusted brand, it can last longer after application than it would otherwise. Just make sure you don’t use too much and leave behind large amounts of residue. Excessive residue can make buffing the wax off at the end notably harder.
Spray Wax
Once you’ve weighed your options and chosen your wax, you’re ready to start!
Do wax melts need to cure?
Let’s start of with the basic question.
Do wax melts need to cure? As hard as it is to leave your fresh wax melts alone, it is an important step in the process to let them cure. Allowing them time to cure will guarantee that the fragrance oil is dispersed evenly throughout the wax and you will then get the best possible scent throw from your wax melt.
It really is an important step as well especially if you are planning to sell your wax melts as a business venture.
I have tested my own wax melts before, one melt was freshly made and the the second one had cured and the difference was astounding.
The cured wax melt had a much deeper scent to it and the wax melt lasted longer before it lost its aroma.
By the way, if you would like to know how long wax melts should last and how to keep them fresher for longer check out this guide that I wrote.
What you’ll need:
- Chemical wax stripper
- Electric floor scrubber or soft-bristled brush
- Bucket
- Rubber gloves
- Mop
- Vacuum cleaner or broom
- Microfiber cloth
- Regular floor cleaning detergent
- Wax
- Tray for wax
- Buffering machine (optional)
Step 1: Remove factory finish or old wax with stripper
The first step is to remove the factory finish or old wax from the floor, which can be done with a chemical stripper.
Start by sweeping the surface with a broom or cleaning it with a vacuum, then mop it with warm water and detergent. Leave it to dry.
Wearing rubber gloves, mix up the stripper in a bucket according to the instructions on the bottle. Pay careful attention to the correct ratios of stripper to water.
Then, using the electric scrubber or the soft-bristled brush, apply the solution and use it to remove the protective factory finish or old wax from the whole floor.
Step 2: Mop the floor again
Next, you need to clean the stripper from the floor.
Start by wiping the floor clean with a dry mop to remove all the stripper and protective finish or old wax that you’ve just removed.
Following this, use the mop again, this time with clean warm water (without detergent) to clean the floor. Let it dry again.
It is important to make sure the floor is perfectly clean and free of dirt, dust and grime before you start applying the wax, so now you need to give it a final check.
Step 4: Apply the wax
