Waxed Paper And Holiday Treats
The holidays are right around the corner! Many people celebrate by making special candies and cookies to enjoy. These handmade treats are also great to give as gifts. If you are crafting delicious concoctions this holiday season, consider wrapping them up in waxed paper! How Waxed Paper Is Made Waxed paper doesn’t just have a […]
read more5 Wax Candle Facts
Do you love burning candles? According to the National Candle Association, U.S. retail sales of candles are about $3.2 billion annually. Approximately 35 percent of those candle sales occur during the holiday season. If you are looking for a great gift to give, consider buying or making a candle! Keep reading to learn five facts […]
read moreWax In Candy Wrappers
Americans spend billions of dollars on Halloween candy each year. Most candy handed out for trick-or-treating is in a wrapper, but what you may not know is that many candy wrappers have some type of wax coating. Why Candy Wrappers Have Wax Coatings Wax is used to coat candy wrappers for a variety of reasons. […]
read moreBig Plans For Blended Waxes: Warehouse Expansion
A fire damaged part of our facility Sept. 3, but that didn’t stop our plans to expand our warehouse. As our business has grown, so has our need for space. We began our warehouse expansion project Sept. 19, and it is expected to be completed in December. Our building partner, Bayland Buildings, Inc., has already […]
read moreFacts About Madame Tussauds Wax Museum Figures
Have you been to the one of the world-famous Madame Tussauds wax museums? These museums are located all over the world, and they feature lifelike wax sculptures of celebrities and public figures. The History Of Madame Tussauds Madame Tussaud was a real person born in the 1700s in France. She worked as a housekeeper for […]
read moreWhy Hunters Need Duck Wax
Duck hunting is a popular fall sport for many people in the U.S. in Wisconsin, duck hunting season kicks off this month for some duck species. Hunting enthusiasts probably have all their gear ready to go, but one commonly forgotten hunting supply is duck wax. If you are a waterfowl hunter, duck wax can be […]
read more“Wax” To School
It’s almost back-to-school time again, which means school supply shopping is underway. Did you know some of the supplies you may purchase have wax in them or are coated in wax? Crayons This back-to-school staple contains a large amount of wax. Crayons are made by combining paraffin wax with pigments and other ingredients. Paraffin wax […]
read moreA Look At Montan Wax
What Is Montan Wax? Montan wax is a mineral wax that comes from coal and shale. It is a hard natural wax that has many uses due to its unique nature and durability. Other mineral waxes include lignite, peat and ozocerite. Where Is It Found? Being a mineral wax, montan wax is a mixture of […]
read moreWhat Is Ambergris?
Image source: CNN.com Ambergris is a waxy substance made in the intestines of sperm whales. The whales produce the substance to help protect their stomach lining from sharp objects. When the substance isn’t needed anymore, the whales eject it. The rock-like wax can be found floating in the ocean or washed up on beaches. The […]
read moreWax In Beauty And Personal Care Products
Did you know the products you use to get yourself ready for the day probably contain some type of wax? Wax is in nearly all personal care and beauty products. Learn about the different waxes in your favorite products: Lip Balm Lip balm is something many people apply several times a day. Depending on the […]
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