I am researching microcrystalline waxes to help preserve metal artifacts and
have several questions.

First, what is the most economical type of application, wax, etc.  I would
like to avoid using spirits to apply the wax if at all possible.  Second, I
have a large amount of seriously corroded artifacts that will not stand up
to "wiping" the wax as a method of application.  What is the most prefered
method of heating the wax-is the "hair dryer" approach acceptable or is it
better to dip the artifacts into a heated vat of wax?

Any help would be much appreciated, as well as anything else I may have not
have thought of.

Thanks.

Stacey Maung

You can reply off-line to [log in to unmask]

_________________________________________________________________
Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http://explorer.msn.com/intl.asp

=========================================================
Important Subscriber Information:

The Museum-L FAQ file is located at http://www.finalchapter.com/museum-l-faq/ . You may obtain detailed information about the listserv commands by sending a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "help" (without the quotes).

If you decide to leave Museum-L, please send a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "Signoff Museum-L" (without the quotes).