This Wax Makes it Easier to Drive Wood Screws

Lots of people use paraffin wax or bee's wax to lubricate screws, but there's a better choice. The wax used in a wax bowl ring for toilets works well. Chris shares the benefits and shows you how to turn an old deodorant container into the wax dispenser.

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[RickF]

This would have been very useful information for me about a year ago. I built a rather large shed in the back yard from scratch and used a ton of screws. I may never build something like that again, but still I may find a use for this advice in the future.

[CipsWoodChips]

In the shop, I just open my jar of paste wax. It is soft and ready to go. There are many things that work well: candles and bees wax. My dad often used a bar of hand soap. Thanks for sharing this video.

[tylera]

It is a great idea. And repurpose the used deodorant container is very cool manner to store and use it. Thanks.

[patri]

I was searching for the use of microcrystalline wax to set screws when I found this solution... the bowl wax has about the same properties as microcrystalline wax and is a WHOLE lot cheaper. Thanks for the tip !

[georgemoller]

I had just thought of this idea a couple weeks back when I came across some old toilet seals in my attic - and for the same reasons expressed here. The use of a deodorant container makes sense.

[joedejesus]

Great Video, and an awesome "Tutorial" Thank You Very Much. I was looking for an inexpensive way to make my own screw Lubricant. Unfortunately Lowes doesn't carry a "Screw Lubricant" So now I know how to make my own, thanks to your channel.

[creativeobsin]

I totaly forgot about using wax, thanks for reminding me! :D

[kenhawkins]

equal parts beeswax/turpentine/boiled linseed oil. I originally made it as a polish/protectant for wood, but made way more than I needed, so I lube the screws with it.

[adamnitro]

It would've been nice to have a quick demonstration of how it acts with the screws.

[Mrfreezeee]

Myself I learned to use dish soap, slides in easy and when it dries its like glue, ill stick with it

[johngetz]

I have always dragged the screw threads through a bar of Ivory soap, or a white candle.

[chilliinc.studioslimited]

I've used washing detergent (fairy et al) put a drop at a time into the pilot hole or just dip the first 3-4 threads in the liquid and you're ready to go. Another good tip for brass screws is to screw in a steel screw, of the same dimensions as the brass screw, then remove it BEFORE you coat the brass screw with wax/detergent and screw it in. Avoids those nasty brass heads sheering off..

[celeretverus]

What are the pro's associated with waxing your screws? This may be common knowledge, but I am fairly new in the woodworking community. Appreciate any reply.

[PtrOBrn]

You know that the sell just the wax ring minus the flange... and it's cheaper to boot.

[ryanhoeven]

yes, but cant that wax also cause the screw to work itself out or loosen?

[MargatePete]

Bees wax will work fine mixwd with mineral turps. put in a container and it keeps fine.
Cheers Peter.

[Timinator]

Regular bar of soap works just as good and it's easier to keep in your tool box.

[oljames]

..just remember to put it in the toolbox or workshop and not on the counter with the deodorant...