[Jewelry making - Article 01140] - [Orchid] Best ways to impede silver tarnishing.

[braper]

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    Dear Orchidians, Someone recently told me about a method of coating
    finished silver work with mixture of refined white beeswax disolved
    in a bit of naptha. Apparently the naptha disolves the wax making a
    slurry which is then painted on the metal's surface. The naptha
    dissipates and leaves a fine coating of the wax over the piece which
    retards tarnish. This is supposed to work well on delicate or
    intricate work where a cloth and paste (Renaissance) wax  would be
    difficult to apply. You just use a small paint brush to reach tight
    areas. Does anyone else use this recipe or have any other tips or
    methods that are successful. Thanks. 

Bruce  



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