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).