![]() If you’re interested in learning more about the tools used for wax carving check out our previous blog post > Tip: If you will be working on different types of design then choose the thicker diameter of wax as it is the most versatile For a chunkier look choose a bigger diameter e.g. The size and shape you need depends on your design idea, for a more dainty ring design choose a small diameter of wax e.g. The wax can also be purchased in other shapes including ring and flat-sided ring for carving rings and block. Wax profile wire and tube - wax in the form of wire or tube, can be bent and twisted, used for hinges etc just like metal wire Sheet wax - good for cutting, moulding and modelling but not as good for carving Maintains superior strength, toughness and extreme flexibility. Turquoise: Displays exceptional surface finish, especially in recessed areas. This is a popular choice with jewellers and the one we suggest you try first Good for rounded surfaces and less intricate designs. Purple: General purpose, hard with some flexibility.īlue: Less hard and more flexible than green or purple. Ideal for sharp edges and for intricate carvings and delicate engraving. Green: A very hard wax, it can’t be flexed. Ferris wax comes in four different colours (with green and blue most used). One of the main brands that jewellers use is Ferris. These are designed specifically for jewellers to use to file and shape. beeswax are too soft to carve and shape and are problematic to try to use in warm temperatures so file-a-wax products were developed. There are different types of jewellers wax available that are used for different purposes.įile-a-wax - Some waxes e.g.
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