Things You Will Need
According to Virginia Technical University, “adding linseed oil to the [beeswax] mixture makes [a] good waterproofing” solution. You can find all the necessary ingredients--beeswax, boiled linseed seed oil, and turpentine--at your local hardware store.
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Clean a used metal coffee container with water and dish detergent. Dry the metal container completely using a towel.
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Melt the beeswax in a microwavable container in the microwave for three minutes or until fully melted. The melted beeswax should have the same consistency as melted butter.
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Pour one part turpentine, one part boiled linseed oil and 16 parts melted beeswax into the metal container.
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Mix the turpentine, boiled linseed oil and melted beeswax with a wooden spatula until it is well-blended and has the same consistency throughout.
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Using a brush, apply the mixture to any surface to create a waterproof seal.