Make Your Own Waxed Jacket
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- čas přidán 21. 02. 2018
- Otter Wax is a 100% natural product designed to turn any clothing item you have into a waxed version by using just a little elbow grease... er.. wax. Did I say a little? I meant clear your evening because this is gonna take a while. Waxing your own jacket is not a short process, and in fact you may find that the Otter Wax bar simply isn't enough to get the job done. This is what happened to me in this video, so I ended up getting a can of the Otter Wax Fabric Dressing which is essentially wax you melt down and then spread with a brush or lint free rag. This was a much better solution for covering such a large area but I didn't realize how absorbent my jacket was, and I've ordered another can. All together this process will end up costing about $50, which isn't a bad option to breathe new life into an old garment.
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I was actually looking for Vanilla ice's tutorial on how to wax a chump. But this was interesting too.
Pro tip: wax that chump like a candle. Ya welcome.
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I've done a few denim jackets. A trick I use is to put the waxed coat in a smallish nylon bag and toss it in the dryer on the high setting for awhile. No need to run a hairdryer on it. The dryer handles that part and it turns out really good too.
According to Wikipedia, waxed cotton needs to be rewaxed annually and not put away wet but slowly dried before putting away.
Just like a pair of leather boots, they need to be reconditioned
I’ve done it with a dollar store candle and a heat gun. I usually do like 3 coats. Worked pretty good
The process is called tinning. So you’ll have a tin jacket.
Candle wax is especially good for the seams.
The problem with the Carhartt duck fabric is that it isn't tighly woven & you need tightly woven cotton or canvas for it to be rainproof once waxed. The wax may prevent the fibres from absorbing water but it can't fill in the gaps between the threads & so rain will come through.
This also applies to leather.
I beeswaxed a pair of Clark's Desert Boots I thrifted, and alternated between rubbing it down with a block of beeswax, making quick, gentle passes over a stove burner, and rubbing in any clumps to even out the uneven spots. Now they look fantastic, and you don't have to worry about waterspots anymore. :)
Can’t figure it out. Whenever I search YT for an interesting outdoor craft project idea - I get Carl! Must just be an awesome channel.
Hahaha I hope so!!
The can product , melting in a pot , is pretty much the same thing as the wax / linseed oil mix that you mentioned earlier . The wax/linseed mix is much less expensive though plus you can add an essential oil for scent control if you like that sort of thing .
Waxing certain garments is a good idea, style aside. I have a musette bag that I've waxed. It's made it more durable, and it keeps things dry when it's raining or snowing.
I was at a Filson store, where they allow you to rewax your stuff. They were pretty adamant about proper heating of the garment. A hair dryer just doesn't get hot enough. You need to use a heat gun to get the proper heat into the fabric which will ensure the wax is fully absorbed.
Really depends on the hair dryer. Heat gun can be too hot.
@Admin-lm7bw the good Wagner heat guns are much more adjustable in heat settings then a hair dryer
A hair dryer does work. You just need patience and hold it close.
I’m making a pair of waxed paper boxers. Keeping it fresh.
Lol!
you twisted bastard you
I’m not seeing a video link... so you plunked out and never did it?
Rick Sanchez C137, It was more of a fun experiment but if it’ll make a difference I’ll make a pair
JohnnyArt Pavlou .......and they won’t leak!
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS! I have been looking for years on a good way to make "Duck Cloth" and this is just what I needed. Keep up the content! Instant sub, love the sense of humor too. Ciao
I have a Magellan green barn jacket. I used the otter wax"bar" threw it in the dryer and I am extremely happy with it! It looks amazing and it sheds wet weather like no one's business!!
I have waxed a 3xl long Carhartt jacket. It took 5 fans of Filson's oil wax. I used a iron to warm the fabric and when done, let it sit in the sun a few days. Good results
Robert Lynn gonna have to try this one. The sun is a great idea
Use a heat gun.
Do you machine wash it?
Subscribed after watching 2 videos. You're a BOSS! FYI, I lived in Cochabamba, Bolivia for 4 years. The city is in a valley that has the Andes mountains to the north south and west and a rainforest to the east. The indigenous people would show us how to collect alpaca wool in the mountains then come down to the valley and make a thick coat which they would wax with a natural wax but I don't recall what it was made of.a trick they used to make the job easier was to run the wax through a cheese grater on the fine side. The temperature in that City never got higher than 74 degrees, so they built a greenhouse with plastic and once it got warm inside they would sprinkle on the grated wax and then would use a TIGHTLY rolled up ball of alpaca wool to rub the wax into the garment. they would leave the garment in there and flip it over once every hour or two and apply more wax as they saw fit. I'm a give that a try on some of my jackets. Figured I would pass along the tip.
Thanks! My wife does alot of out running during Crossfit. I bet she'd love it if I waxed a pair of her favorite Lulu Lemon pants. She's gonna love it! I'll let you know how it turns out!
Hahahaha oh my god do it!
MrTrenttness lol
Please make a vid of her running, or at least attempting to, while wearing them lmao!
Bro if you do that you’ll be sleeping on the couch for a week
Dunno if you're serious, but while waxing doesn't add a significant amount of weight, it does get really still when it's cold. Particularly if it's cold and wet out.
I bought a canvas LL Bean Field Coat for duck hunting. I used Sno-Seal boot wax. Just went section by section and rubbed it in with my fingers. Looks great, wears great. Crawl around in the marsh hunting and hose it off at the end of the day.
People are always calling it a leather coat!?!
Interesting topic. Got my attention when you mentioned you were an electrician apprentice. I was too years ago & fresh out of college. Glad I found this place.
Yes sir, I’ve been in the trade ever since. Now as a project manager, but I spent plenty of time getting to know my linesman pliers!
ONLY boil your wax in Brita filtered water
When I saw that, all I could think "look who thinks they're fancy?"
Put a heating pad under the sections you are doing to keep the garmet warm, pull it taught and pin it down, lets the wax flow right in.
When I first joined the British army, late 70s, I treated my first combat jacket with wax proofer to waterproof it. It worked extremely well, but it showed up in infra red so sadly so it wasn't a good idea for operational use.
Interesting, I was curious how wax and silicone spray treatments would affect the NIR compatibility of combat uniforms. I would think that silicone sprays like Scotchgard or Camp Dry would be even worse, and they don't seem to last as long as a good wax treatment. Unfortunately I have been able to find anyone on the Internet who has tested this and I don't have the high dollar equipment to try it myself.
We were told not to scotchguard our cammies in the Marine Corps because it would show up in IR
Be sure to pay attention to the seams. Depending on how and the type of thread used to assemble the garment will determine how much product you will need to fully "charge" the seams and get them to be waterproof. I've worked with duck, canvas and other tent-type fabrics and threads for the better part of 30 years (I make outer wear as well as tenting). Do not expect 100% waterproofing the first try especially if it is your first-ever try with this. I recommend spraying with cold water AFTER the treatment has dried. Allow some short-term water pooling especially at the seams (15 to 30 seconds to start). WARM the fabric good and warm to the touch and easily melts the product, but NOT so hot you cannot leave your hand on it (too hot and and you could damage the stitching or insulating layer). Strive for an even colour. This is a direct indication of an even waterproofing treatment. Minor variations in colour are normal due to aging or well worn areas. Be patient. A rush job is ALWAYS a poor job. Well invested time will give you a product that you can use and trust to keep dry for many years.
Good luck.
Excellent tips, thank you!
I serendipitously came upon this video and loved it. Very informative, great oratory skills. You have a new subscriber. Keep up the good work and take care!
Thank you so much for the compliments! This was a fun video to make, and I'm always trying to search what viewers would like to see. Please feel free to let me know if there is a question you'd like answered or a DIY video like this one you want me to make. Thanks for the sub and don't be a stranger!
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Thank you!!
After you paint on the wax, put the garmet in a crappy old cotton pillow case and dry it on hot for 20 minutes. You'll save wax and a lot of effort with the hair dryer.
Hang it in the sun and turn it a few times. Works great.
They, the sailors, used to call it oil skins.
that's actually a different thing called oilcloth. made with boiled linseed oil. sailors probably used whale oil.
That bar of wax needs to be on your “Wall of Shame” for not cooperating. Thanks for sharing your experience with us. Looked super clean. Expected it to look splotchy due to inevitable uneven wax application.
It does!
Breath new life into it by making it unbreathable😅 I'm definitely trying this! Awesome videos, Sir.
I've been meaning to wax poetic for quite some time. Thanks for the tutorial! 😂🙌🙏
Great effort! This video made me think of doing the same thing with my jacket. Nice one!
Give it a shot! Only get a bit more than you think you’ll need... learn from my mistake!
I took a large white candle drilled a hole and ran a bolt thru it. Then attached to my power drill and applied it to jacket. After i used a paint stripper to heat and soak in. Turn out great and works well for hunting. Coat is much warmer.
the oil/wax with a brush method works well to make oil cloth tarps where it's thin enough for the oil to penetrate the cloth. They normally add a fast evaporating solvent to aid in getting it in there
Hi.
Today, I made my own wax from 1 pint of chipped bees wax,1 pint of chipped candle wax, and quarter pint of Baby oil.
Heat it and mix it all up,then tip into suitable moulds to make separate blocks.
Wait til it’s set, then rub it all over the garment. Then hit it with a heat gun set on hot.
It will melt it on the fibres.
You may have to do it twice, so,e times 3 times, to achieve an all over even finish, but I found it more satisfying making my own product.
All the best. 👍🏾🇬🇧
The lone woodman has a very in depth video about what types of wax and oils work well for waxing canvas and other fabrics.
i loove your videos, but ya gotta try the stuff on for us mane! keep up the great content!
One tip is to do the job on a hot summer day (yes we do get them in the UK now and then...) and spread the jacket out in the sun to warm up. Hairdryer is essential, and a sponge is a good applicator. Pay special attention to seams, especially around the shoulders, and be prepared for annual re-treatment if you wear the item quite a bit. From an English Barbour fan.
Good call!
I wore a Hardy for years, rewaxing was a Fall ritual for me. Hardy wax was the best.
Ty I bought a pair of Jean's for 150 ( I know) and even tho I followed wash instructions all the wax came off. So now I can breathe life back in them ty again
Awesome video, I have the same jacket that is 16years old that I got when I was in my apprenticeship as a carpenter I will try out and see how the results will come out
Nicely made and very interesting. I have never owned a waxed canvas jacket, but I do enjoy my Frost River bag when I'm out in nature.
They’re great but definitely don’t breathe well, sealing off the fabric keeps everything out but everything in as well.
Very informative. Thanks Carl, ordered the wax this afternoon to wax my own jacket next weekend. What type of brush are you using on the jacket at the start of the video. Thanks again.
I was always thinking about doing this to my Carhart jacket but im scared I will mess it up. I love that jacket. It's getting softer and softer and you can't replace that comfort and wear.
The jackets are typically a 10 to 12 ounce duck canvas, where the pants are a 14 to 16 ounce. You can get jackets in the 16 ounce, but those cost a little more. Depending on the environment you work in, the added cost is worth it.
Put your jacket in the oven @ 175 for 5 mins then apply wax. The garment will soak it all up and not be a mess.
I have an old and faded Carhartt jacket too that will get the same treatment. Thanks!
Great tutorial man, love the channel. Can you do a raw denim wax tutorial please??
I've really been wanting to see a proper way to wax raw denim (so they get nice stiff and waterproof, a problem with raw denim) so that i can do it myself, Thanks !
I had to re-wax my workman's coat and duster. It takes a lot of wax to go over these coats. Instead of a brush I used a sponge. I also went through a can twice the size of that one.
I’ve used otter wax. Very labor intensive but the results are adequate. I’ve done bags and rucksacks. Heat helps. I’ve worked under a heat generating work light. Not a heat lamp. Just a light that generates heat.
Worth noting that Barbour uses 4oz or 6oz cotton as the base. 12oz denim/canvas is going to be way to "thirsty".
great info and channel!
Thank you!!!
The waxing of the sails was also to preserve the sails from rot as well. I’ve never heard the part about the sails being wet
Pick up an old iron from the thrift store. One with no holes (steaming) low setting. Much faster then hair dryer
Paint the melted wax on with a paintbrush. Place the jacket in a pillow case and put it in the tumble drier for about an hour. I do this for my Barbour and my Driza- bone jackets. Don’t use a new pillow case and don’t put anything else in the drier with the pillow case. I have done this for years and it works great.
What heat setting in the dryer?
Awesome man! Looks great!
Thanks! I learned a lot from this process and even got some great tips from viewers, so I guess it’s all a learning process.
Does this mean if you live in a hot country the wax might melt or is it not enough heat? Also, what about machine washing this thing?
I’ve used Johnson floor wax paste to wax canvas tents, it has a strong kerosene smell at first so you have to let the thinner evaporate out before you heat the fabric to get the wax really absorbed.
I had one of those Full Length Kakadu Outback Oilskin Dusters for about 25 years now and have probably only worn it a dozen times!
I have my pair of black powder revolvers (or could use my colt single cation 45) and my black powder Greener double barrel to go with it!
I did but the parts to make modern strength double barrels for it though just in case.
YOU AGAIN ?!
good stuff
Hahahah yup, me again!
Is the otter wax fresh-squeezed?
Lol!
It’s very hard to get the wax out of an otter, there’s a whole courting process.
Yep. Also 10% of fresh-squeezed baby oil added for better absorption.
And completely organic non gmo
This made me laugh so much.
i waxed two of my flat caps they work great and go good with my two waxed coats.
Those wrinkles that you like on that jacket are now fabric weak points that will eventually become holes. Barbour and Filson jacket owners know this from years of stitching up small rips. As owner of both that’s been waxed numerous times I can assure you that reapplying doesn’t get any easier; you just get better at it. Besides liquifying the wax, you should be heating the cloth in sections before you apply the wax- then heat the same area again after just waxing. I suggest that you do not use a brush to apply anymore because it doesn’t generate any friction on the material- take an old piece of cotton cloth like an old wash cloth and completely soak it with the wax, then rub it into the jacket. Once the jacket is done put on wishbone wood hanger, zip it up the take the blow dryer and heat it up again and use the soaked cloth to smooth the wax out.
I just stumbled across the video and liked it. I looked through the comments and didn't see any one mention using a clothes dryer. I figure you can paint it turn it inside out put it in an old pillow case and run it through a short dryer cycle. I might try it with some old work pants.
Holy shoot carl! Thank you for this one.
Quite literally a labor of love!
I used a propane heater to melt it. Made the process a lot faster. Only get it close enough to melt the wax.
Hm I've got pair of suede wingtips that came with the toes and heel waxed down, over the years its really faded one shoe. Maybe I'll hit in with that otter wax bar until it matches again.
Id love to see the results!
Thanks for dropping that knowledge on me bud!
Thanks for watching!
I have waxed multiple pairs of hiking boots and shoes when I need a heavy duty durable waterproofing. I used the type of wax they cover cheese in to preserve it.
Really? Have you tried Obenaufs?
No sir. Unsure of the name of it, only sure of it's primary use.
Instead of a hairdryer I used an old iron. It worked way faster than when I used a hairdryer and you can work the wax better into the seams.
Great tip! This took forever...
An iron won't evenly distribute the wax, and you'll get a lot of smoke. I wouldn't recommend.
Also, don't stick it in the dryer. Some of the wax will melt into the machine, and it'll get into your other clothes. You don't want waxed towels.
If you're doing a lot of this kind of thing, you might want to invest in an industrial hot air blower.
Cheap heat gun on low or from a further distance works like a charm
Heat gun would've worked better....
Use the brush method and then use an iron made for waxing skis. They stay at a lower temperature, designed for waxing. No smoke.
Buy a large block of wax at a craft store.
Melt it with a used Crock-Pot.
So much easier.
Would have been good to see what it looked like on, before and after
Just ended up back here again. Hi past me.
Thanks, for the longest time I've wanted a jacket that is uniquely my own, thought I'd just make it myself. Waxing iy will make a nice and practical touch and give it the look I've been wanting. Gotta make it first though haha
Awesome! I’d love to know how it comes out. Just learn from my mistakes: get a heat gun and buy more than you think you’ll need.
I used a huge bar of wax on a small cotton canvas messenger bag. Takes tons of wax. It is very stiff. I dont like that part but it looks great.
The bar is tedious but less messy. I rub it on and then use parchment paper and an iron to even it out.
thank you for this, really really helpful as I didnt really know if possible to use bee's wax. If of any help I used 50/50 bee's wax and boiled linseed oil with a tiny amount of turpentine. I also used a brush when spreading it to really penetrate and avoid overbuilt/low spot areas. Thanks again
Dude im sorry about the fourth grade...
HAHA jk im sure you were a player back then- great video again i think i might just buy a pre-waxed jacket damn thats a lot of work!
It really is! I had no idea what I was in for, and if it weren’t for the video itself I probably would have bought a new jacket too!
DIY is awesome but sometimes not worth the manual labor!
@@CarlMurawski you should make more videos like this
Waxing my Rip Wheeler jacket for a Halloween costume. I'm doing the 2 can Otter wax method. Wish me luck!
Nice tutorial.
1. Use a heat gun.
2. Rewax next year.
3. Hang in your car for a few months to warm and cool which helps the wax work around the garment, into seams.
dude linseed oil smells so bad, don’t try it. I have the same coat and a bar of that otterwax I have been sitting on this idea for about a year now, this is the motivation I needed. Liked and subscribed, thanks brother.
Good looking out man! I don’t want some stinky coat.
Linseed oil stops smelling quite quickly.
You can actually buy wax for jackets from a company called barbour which are also the premier waxed jacket maker made in england I have a couple myself.The wax is also very easy to apply you just rub it in with your hand and melt it in with a blow dryer or by the fire.
Great info!
Do u think Levi’s denim jacket will workout the same way?
SNOWSEAL… (or something like that. Blue and white jar. Hardware store. About one can per jacket or a few vests. I put it on everything. Vintage to cheep fashion. Looks great. Color test always is a cool color. And light colors look still light, dark gets darker. Made a purple China vest into a deep mahogany. And salvaged a white designer puffer for a few more years.
Hey Carl. Do you have any tips on how to wax suede boots without completely flattening the nap? It might be a silly question but asking anyway!
I’ve done this several times with cotton jackets and cotton or canvas bags I own. Otter Wax is my go-to brand but I have also used Barbour. But here’s the deal: you get MUCH better results from letting the fabric cure for at least 48 hours after you have waxed it. Then hit it with the dryer. And yeah, you need a ton of wax to do a jacket properly. Totally worth it though. Also, is that a bottle of Pilot Iroshizuku ink on your writing desk?
Dang it...sorry for the third post but I forgot one more thing. The first time you wax it, the fabric SUCKS IT ALL IN. Big time. The second time and beyond, you'll use way way less. I always get a big can of the liquid wax, and it'll last for 2 waxings. The first one (on a new, dry jacket) will take 2/3 of the can. The second coat takes the last third or most of it. Then I buy a new can that lasts 3 years'ish.
Good call man, thanks for the tips!
Nice video, thank you!
Thanks for watching!
I made an Oil skin tarp out of a high thread count cali king sheet. linseed oil and turp.
If you wanted to still use the bar wax method I think you could use a hair dryer to liquify it and it would soak into the fabric
Have a couple pair of boots I use mink oil on, seems to be the same concept. Met several that use Pig lard to do the same thing. Wonder if throwing that jacket in the drier would have made a difference.
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I have a 6 year old Wrangler jacket I think this would be perfect for. Thanks for making this video!
Nice!!! Let me know how it comes out!
Great video! Going to do this to my field coat tomorrow. Question - once it's complete...is the wax permanently set, or can it rub off on the cloth seats in my truck if I'm wearing it? Thanks!
There is a little bit of transfer but for the most part it’s really soaked in, you won’t get your seats all gross or anything.
Are you supposed to iron outdoor jackets? and what if they are waxed?
I bought bulk beeswax, mixed it with paraffin in an empty can, boiled in a pot of water. Painted it on and evened it out with a heat gun. Took me 90 minutes but it’s really got a layer in there now. Not sure I like the new look but I’m gonna wear it and see if it breaks in and gets a nice patina. Good luck yall
This is only the third video of yours I’ve watched. So far all three have been “ videos I’ve always wanted to do”. But seriously keep up the good vids.
Thanks a lot! Very much appreciated
Great info
My medium duck coat took two of the largest bat's.
Don't use the liquid on a single layer jacket. You don't want I it on you skin. Use more elbow grease and rub it in with your finger. Tons of work, but worth it.
Use an ironing board where you iron your clothes instead of a table. And then use an... semi hot iron. Just use the hair dryer for the bits you can’t get to with the iron
an iron yes, thank you...i was breaking my head over how to do this since i don't own a heat gun or a hair dryer or anything...heat from an iron should work...hopefully (if you've done this before, any tips to ensure i don't set the wax on fire?)
Was that a bottle of Pilot Iroshizuku fountain pen ink on your desk?
Good eye!
P.S. the way i use my otter wax is to do it in the summer, but i'll let it sit in the hot sun for several hours. Then hit it with the liquid wax. Then a blow drier to sink it in more.....while I'm blow drying it I'll brush it in. Lasts a couple of years of average (not heavy) use. Giddyup, sir.