Wax Finish

A soft, hand-rubbed finish made from natural beeswax or carnauba wax applied to cabinet surfaces to provide a warm, low-sheen, tactile protective layer. Wax finishes are traditional and often used over chalk paint or as the final step in distressed and antiqued cabinet treatments. While beautiful, wax is less durable than lacquer or polyurethane finishes — it requires periodic reapplication and is susceptible to water rings and heat marks.

Specifying this for a job? Captivating Pro members buy at 20–40% off retail and get cut sheets before rough-in.