PPP Posted September 3, 2018 Report Share Posted September 3, 2018 With two boys interested in beating (one having completed his first season last year, the other to start) and my own stuff I have a lot of rewaxing to do and the Barbour stuff isn’t cheap, any suggestions for decent alternatives? It’s a rubbish job so I don’t want to make it any harder than necessary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stonepark Posted September 3, 2018 Report Share Posted September 3, 2018 Barbour wax circa £13 for 200ml tin Gold label wax cica £7 for 200ml tin Nixwax spray on £8 per 300ml bottle Gold label spray on £5.50 per 250ml bottle spray on's work but not as long lasting as wax from tins. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham M Posted September 3, 2018 Report Share Posted September 3, 2018 Did mine last year and the secret is to take your time and use a heat gun to melt the wax in. Hung mine on the washing line and did it one section at a time using a paint stripper from around 18 inches away and keeping it moving all the time. Failing this (and not wanting to set yer coat on fire) use a hair dryer up close until you see the wax melt into the cotton. I placed the tin in a pan of boiling water to soften it and then used a paint brush to apply the wax and melted it as I went along, that way you don't put too much wax into one area and the tin will last for a couple of coatings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Burpster Posted September 4, 2018 Report Share Posted September 4, 2018 OMG . I saw the title and thought you were gong on about eyebrows and body parts! ?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave at kelton Posted September 4, 2018 Report Share Posted September 4, 2018 If you can put it in a hot greenhouse for a few days before and after to get thoroughly soaked in whatever you use. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
panoma1 Posted September 4, 2018 Report Share Posted September 4, 2018 Or bin the coats and get goretex or suchlike! Lol!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scully Posted September 4, 2018 Report Share Posted September 4, 2018 (edited) I’m not a great fan of Nikwax, but if you heat up your tin of Barbour wax in a saucepan, brush it on ( especially the seams) and go over it with a very hot hairdryer, it’s quite a satisfying job I find. You probably already know that it’s best to have waterproof leggings if wearing a waxed jacket. Edited September 4, 2018 by Scully Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
welshwarrior Posted September 4, 2018 Report Share Posted September 4, 2018 There was a you tube clip on SD a few years ago on making your own. It was quite easy and I’ve used it on alsorts of stuff since it made a massive tin as well for not much money compared to Barbour wax. Ill see if I can find it. I’m sure this is the one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham M Posted September 4, 2018 Report Share Posted September 4, 2018 mmmm beeswax, turpentine and linseed oil...........should smell really nice ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fracture7 Posted September 4, 2018 Report Share Posted September 4, 2018 Missed your chance ,should have done it in the summer, I did about a dozen pairs of leggings easy in the heat used barbour wax. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harnser Posted September 4, 2018 Report Share Posted September 4, 2018 There are far better materials out there than waxed cloth . I gave up on Barbour jackets many years ago and now wear jackets made from modern materials . Waxed jackets served their purpose years ago when there wasn’t a real alternative . Had several Barbour jackets over the years ,never had one that didn’t leak after a while ,Always sweated up in them and they were cold in really cold weather . Couldn’t be faffing about waxing a jacket again . harnser Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dougy Posted September 4, 2018 Report Share Posted September 4, 2018 Markets sell wax coats at a throw away price these days. £25 will last a season or 2. But as stated better coats are available and less hassle and more waterproof. Deer hunter game keeper coats for example, thick canvas type materials so tuff as old boots without the small and poor performance of wax cotton. And only about £50 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harnser Posted September 4, 2018 Report Share Posted September 4, 2018 Sherwood Forest range worth a look at . Very warm and waterproof at a very reasonable price . The warmest coat I have ever worn in mid winter sitting in a hide or high seat . harnser Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnfromUK Posted September 4, 2018 Report Share Posted September 4, 2018 5 hours ago, Harnser said: There are far better materials out there than waxed cloth . I gave up on Barbour jackets many years ago and now wear jackets made from modern materials . Waxed jackets served their purpose years ago when there wasn’t a real alternative . Had several Barbour jackets over the years ,never had one that didn’t leak after a while ,Always sweated up in them and they were cold in really cold weather . Couldn’t be faffing about waxing a jacket again . harnser +1 I am a traditionalist at heart, but the wax jacket is a tradition to which I can happily bid "good riddance"; cold in winter, stiff, sweaty when walking, and muck up car seats etc. Never again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sussex gardener Posted September 4, 2018 Report Share Posted September 4, 2018 2 hours ago, Dougy said: Markets sell wax coats at a throw away price these days. £25 will last a season or 2. But as stated better coats are available and less hassle and more waterproof. Deer hunter game keeper coats for example, thick canvas type materials so tuff as old boots without the small and poor performance of wax cotton. And only about £50 Do you have a link to these, all I can find are fleeces with that name Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scully Posted September 4, 2018 Report Share Posted September 4, 2018 I like my wax gear. I have three Barbour jackets and two pairs of leggings. Admittedly there is much more effective ( warmer/breathable/waterproof) than traditional waxed clothing, but nothing turns a brier or thorn like waxed cotton or canvas. Ventile is another good product of course, but I only know of CC as manufacturers of clothing made from this. Its good stuff. If im standing at a peg then it’s anything but traditional Barbour, but if I’m beating through thick thorny cover then I won’t risk my goretex or any other membraned clothing. Waxed cotton every time. ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dougy Posted September 4, 2018 Report Share Posted September 4, 2018 2 hours ago, Sussex gardener said: Do you have a link to these, all I can find are fleeces with that name Sorry I did a search after I posted but didn't have time to 're post. The 1 I bought years ago cost me 50 at the midland, it's like canvas but I don't think they do that style now. I'll get it out and check the details on the clear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dougy Posted September 4, 2018 Report Share Posted September 4, 2018 (edited) As you can see its pretty tuff material. But after looking fir anything similar i dint think they do this style anymore. Edited September 4, 2018 by Dougy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PPP Posted September 4, 2018 Author Report Share Posted September 4, 2018 20 hours ago, Graham M said: Did mine last year and the secret is to take your time and use a heat gun to melt the wax in. Hung mine on the washing line and did it one section at a time using a paint stripper from around 18 inches away and keeping it moving all the time. Failing this (and not wanting to set yer coat on fire) use a hair dryer up close until you see the wax melt into the cotton. I placed the tin in a pan of boiling water to soften it and then used a paint brush to apply the wax and melted it as I went along, that way you don't put too much wax into one area and the tin will last for a couple of coatings. I heated the wax too, it did a 12 years olds jacket, treggings, hat and that’s it .. with me being built for comfort rather than speed I’m not sure one tin will cater for my jacket and treggings.. 14 hours ago, Dave at kelton said: If you can put it in a hot greenhouse for a few days before and after to get thoroughly soaked in whatever you use. Conservatory worked well, hottter than Hades in there! 13 hours ago, panoma1 said: Or bin the coats and get goretex or suchlike! Lol!! Would last one day beating if lucky 13 hours ago, Scully said: I’m not a great fan of Nikwax, but if you heat up your tin of Barbour wax in a saucepan, brush it on ( especially the seams) and go over it with a very hot hairdryer, it’s quite a satisfying job I find. You probably already know that it’s best to have waterproof leggings if wearing a waxed jacket. Indeed.. and to make sure outside of wellies! 10 hours ago, Harnser said: There are far better materials out there than waxed cloth . I gave up on Barbour jackets many years ago and now wear jackets made from modern materials . Waxed jackets served their purpose years ago when there wasn’t a real alternative . Had several Barbour jackets over the years ,never had one that didn’t leak after a while ,Always sweated up in them and they were cold in really cold weather . Couldn’t be faffing about waxing a jacket again . harnser Yeah but modern materials don’t stand up to brambles... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wb123 Posted September 12, 2018 Report Share Posted September 12, 2018 I have started to use the gold label stuff, £8 for 400g vs £10 for 100g of the barbour stuff at my local. I reproof twice a year but should probably be doing it more often. It will be interesting to see how the gold label compares to the barbour stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scully Posted September 13, 2018 Report Share Posted September 13, 2018 On 04/09/2018 at 21:07, PPP said: Yeah but modern materials don’t stand up to brambles... My point exactly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PPP Posted September 13, 2018 Author Report Share Posted September 13, 2018 10 hours ago, Scully said: My point exactly Thanks for the tip on the hairdryer, made life much easier and it is therapeutic, I ended up looking for other things to wax.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scully Posted September 13, 2018 Report Share Posted September 13, 2018 1 hour ago, PPP said: Thanks for the tip on the hairdryer, made life much easier and it is therapeutic, I ended up looking for other things to wax.. You're welcome. I have no other use for a hair dryer...perhaps I should wax my head? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PPP Posted September 14, 2018 Author Report Share Posted September 14, 2018 8 hours ago, Scully said: You're welcome. I have no other use for a hair dryer...perhaps I should wax my head? 😀 I share the same affliction.. Mrs was very confused when l arrived home with a hairdryer! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scully Posted September 14, 2018 Report Share Posted September 14, 2018 1 hour ago, PPP said: 😀 I share the same affliction.. Mrs was very confused when l arrived home with a hairdryer! 🙂👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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