When I was in school a veteran told us a story about how a bunch of guns had gotten injuries while fighting in the war. They had limited medical supplies but tons of bees wax (they used it as a lubricant for something if I remember correctly). Anyways, the guys would take it and smear it over their scraps, cuts, etc and would seal off wounds from exposure to dirt and germs etc until they could get medical attention. According to him, their unit had an drastically insane lower rate of infections from wounds. They wouldn’t use it on deep wounds or dirty wounds but if a guy got a cut or scrape or something, the bees wax apparently sealed over the wound and acted as skin to protect it. Apparently the environment created also really helped healing.
Great video! The only one I might add is a tip from the Sylvan Bowyer that he uses beeswax to waterproof certain canvases, if you mentioned that I may have missed it, thanks for sharing the variety of uses for this amazing substance!
Waxed thread is what electricians and telecoms used to use before the invention of zip ties. Cable lacing and the various kinds of hitches are sort of a lost art.
- More then likely you can coat 'bankline' with wax to make a flyfishing dryline... to go along that dryfly. - There are wax coated outtershell jackets on the market, so more then likely you can improvize waterproof clothing - You can eat it... addition: the bees wax, NOT the paraffin... (just in case that wasn't obvious) - In a video about pine resin (used for candles), used for pine pitch glue (with charcoal and deer/rabbit droppings), it was also mentioned that equal parts: bonemeal, pinepitch, beeswax makes a chewinggum like substance. Which might be a way to clean your teeth, or just to have something to chew on. (this is relayed knowledge and i haven't actually used the recipe, or seen it used). - Possibly, it could be used to remove tiny splinters or stingers from your skin, by pooring molten wax over the stingers, letting it dry then pull it off and have the stingers come out as well. - Ohw and you could use it to make beehive starters, if you have the appropriatie mold for them. Sounds obvious, but it still is a use... tnx for this vid :)
Dutch Courage Excellent uses. You mentioned that you could eat it. That reminded me of the the waxed red lips that we use to eat as kids. Thanks for the thoughtful input.
How interesting idea. I never knew about coating eggs. We have use beeswax to waterproof matches and I also use it in homemade soap. Thanks for sharing
Kindof mentioned but maybe not implicitly mentioned, tool handles. Beeswax is great for axe, hammer, and any other wooden tool handles. Keeps them moisturized and develops a nice patina instead of dry rotting.
I just got a 10 pound bag of soy wax as part of my preps. I figured I could make a bunch of candles fairly cheap and I can even mix in some wax melts I have laying around for scents and color (not that it's needed but why not?) awesome video!
Very creative, well done, as always! Gulf wax or similar is $4/lb here so I usually pick it up if I find inexpensive at yard sales. Another option is soy wax, available in one lbs packages in craft/hobby stores or in bulk as a case of 50 lbs for under $60 plus tax or shipping at Fillmore Containers in Lancaster, PA www.fillmorecontainer.com/CategoryList.aspx?CategoryId=0&k=soy%20wax as one example, - designed for candle making but since USDA approved and kosher, probably fine for most of the items on your list. Somewhere I read that one ounce of soy wax burns 5 to 7 hours for candle light so a 50 lb box should last quite a few years. Only downside is it's probably gmo'd soy. Keep up the great work/videos!
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When I was in school a veteran told us a story about how a bunch of guns had gotten injuries while fighting in the war. They had limited medical supplies but tons of bees wax (they used it as a lubricant for something if I remember correctly). Anyways, the guys would take it and smear it over their scraps, cuts, etc and would seal off wounds from exposure to dirt and germs etc until they could get medical attention. According to him, their unit had an drastically insane lower rate of infections from wounds. They wouldn’t use it on deep wounds or dirty wounds but if a guy got a cut or scrape or something, the bees wax apparently sealed over the wound and acted as skin to protect it. Apparently the environment created also really helped healing.
It makes sense. I have packets of medicinal honey to use for wound care.
Great video! The only one I might add is a tip from the Sylvan Bowyer that he uses beeswax to waterproof certain canvases, if you mentioned that I may have missed it, thanks for sharing the variety of uses for this amazing substance!
Canadian Prepper Good tip. I imagine the process is similar to the "alternative to plastic wrap" recipe.
Waxed thread is what electricians and telecoms used to use before the invention of zip ties. Cable lacing and the various kinds of hitches are sort of a lost art.
True
My dad retired from Western Electric, AT&T as an installer.
I still have a few rolls of that string.
- More then likely you can coat 'bankline' with wax to make a flyfishing dryline... to go along that dryfly.
- There are wax coated outtershell jackets on the market, so more then likely you can improvize waterproof clothing
- You can eat it... addition: the bees wax, NOT the paraffin... (just in case that wasn't obvious)
- In a video about pine resin (used for candles), used for pine pitch glue (with charcoal and deer/rabbit droppings), it was also mentioned that equal parts: bonemeal, pinepitch, beeswax makes a chewinggum like substance. Which might be a way to clean your teeth, or just to have something to chew on. (this is relayed knowledge and i haven't actually used the recipe, or seen it used).
- Possibly, it could be used to remove tiny splinters or stingers from your skin, by pooring molten wax over the stingers, letting it dry then pull it off and have the stingers come out as well.
- Ohw and you could use it to make beehive starters, if you have the appropriatie mold for them. Sounds obvious, but it still is a use...
tnx for this vid :)
Dutch Courage Excellent uses. You mentioned that you could eat it. That reminded me of the the waxed red lips that we use to eat as kids. Thanks for the thoughtful input.
No problem, tnx for sharing the knowledge :)
Thanks for making this video, such a wonderful product .. One single thing and its muliple uses.. Wow
How interesting idea. I never knew about coating eggs. We have use beeswax to waterproof matches and I also use it in homemade soap. Thanks for sharing
Donna Day Beeswax is so versatile. I haven't tried it in soap yet.
Kindof mentioned but maybe not implicitly mentioned, tool handles. Beeswax is great for axe, hammer, and any other wooden tool handles. Keeps them moisturized and develops a nice patina instead of dry rotting.
I just got a 10 pound bag of soy wax as part of my preps. I figured I could make a bunch of candles fairly cheap and I can even mix in some wax melts I have laying around for scents and color (not that it's needed but why not?) awesome video!
super geeky Great idea!
Excellent video on the uses of wax.
Mission Preparedness It is amazing that there are so many uses.
Very nice...
Loved the Egg preservative.
Thanks
Bruce Wayne Yes. At Greenfield Village they state that this was a method used by pioneers.
I have a ton of soy wax shavings that I use to make candles, but WOW, so many uses!!!
Armed Rogue I have never tried soy. It is cheaper than bees wax so I have to give it a try.
Excellent, thanks
You are welcome!
Good stuff! Thanks for sharing.
imasurvivornthriver It was interesting researching all of the uses
You forgot rails and ledges
Good suggestions
That is and awesome list of uses of wax, thanks for sharing my friend.
Massachusetts Prepper Wax on, Wax off :)
Prepper Potpourri LOL yup.
I had no idea about some of these uses!
Todd Wittenmyer It was fun compiling all the uses. I found using wax to preserve eggs particularly interesting.
1 part wax 1 part turpentine 1 part tung oil for woodworking
lots of things to use with wax. full of knowledge
I definitely learned a few things here
When casting bullets I put a little wax in the moltin led to make dirt float to top then skim
Useful tips, thank you❗️🌹
Prepare Learn Survive! You are welcome!
Thank you 😊
You're welcome 😊
You could use it for skate wax too just saying
Another good use. Thanks1
Thats what i use lol
Outstanding. Great information.
Peaceful Prepper Thanks!
I really liked this video. Thank you
Can you use gulf wax as a paraffin dip for you hands? I heard you say you can use wax but I wasn't sure which wax you where referring to. Thanks
I have never tried that so I do not know
is it true that beewaxes is used in gummibears to make them harder?
I do not know
Can I use Beeswax on car plastic parts? Door trims, dashboards, engine parts
Bow strings need to be waxed also. Survival bow makers and owners need wax.
Peaceful Prepper A good addition. Thanks!
YW
Peaceful Prepper, is wax better than rosin for bow strings? Or is rosin just out of the question?
Very creative, well done, as always! Gulf wax or similar is $4/lb here so I usually pick it up if I find inexpensive at yard sales. Another option is soy wax, available in one lbs packages in craft/hobby stores or in bulk as a case of 50 lbs for under $60 plus tax or shipping at Fillmore Containers in Lancaster, PA www.fillmorecontainer.com/CategoryList.aspx?CategoryId=0&k=soy%20wax as one example, - designed for candle making but since USDA approved and kosher, probably fine for most of the items on your list. Somewhere I read that one ounce of soy wax burns 5 to 7 hours for candle light so a 50 lb box should last quite a few years. Only downside is it's probably gmo'd soy. Keep up the great work/videos!
Apron Acres I haven't tried soy wax. Sounds pretty economical. Thanks for the tip.
Oh so that's what Bill used in the it movie to wax Georgie's boat
Haha
I just bought some and my wife said what is that?
I said NONE OF YOUR BEESWAX!
LOL
What a Honey!
Here from IT
Welcome. Thanks for the sub.
same... i want to make georgies boat...
Same🎈🎈🎈🎈🎈🎈🎈🎈🎈😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀
can I use gulf wax for waterproofing canvas.
+HENRY CHRISTOPHER Yes, but my understanding is it is better to use a combination of gulf wax and beeswax for the best results.
i don’t know if you mentioned it but skateboarding
Very true
Is it in singapore
If you can't find Gulf wax look for bees wax. Often bee keepers sell the wax.
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Skateboarding
Yep, skiing too
@@PrepperPotpourri skiing is fun lol
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You forgot about using it in skateboarding. So buttery when you wax ledges and rails with it🧈🧈
Good tip -- same for skiing