RMP Finishes plant-based, no VOC, food contact safe Wood Wax in Clear, Brown, and Black color options.
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RMP Finishes plant-based, no VOC, food contact safe Wood Wax in Clear, Brown, and Black color options.
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Wood Wax

$7.99 – $39.99

  • All-natural, food-safe protection for cutting boards and kitchenware.
  • Vegan-friendly formula made with carnauba wax and walnut oil.
  • Cures to a hard, silky-smooth finish that repels water and bacteria.
  • Simple wipe-in application that is VOC-free and petroleum-free.

Buy wood wax from RMP Finishes to protect your surfaces with a smooth, food-safe finish that brings out the natural grain. This vegan carnauba wax-based formula offers light water resistance, a soft sheen, and is easy to apply with a cloth. It’s ideal for finishing raw wood, refreshing worn finishes, or adding a final coat after oiling.

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RMP Finishes Wood Wax – Plant-based, VOC Free Wax for Wood

Our wood wax finish is made with a blend of carnauba wax and walnut oil (and pigments for color versions) to nourish the wood and leave a soft, natural luster. It soaks into open grain while building a light layer on top, giving you a satin-like finish without harsh chemicals. It’s food-contact safe once cured and can be used on cutting boards, wood utensils, furniture, butcher blocks, and more.

You can use it on raw wood, oiled wood, and over Real Milk Paint. This wax is easy to apply, won’t leave a sticky residue, and buffs out to a smooth, touchable surface. It comes in recyclable, BPA-free tins and is packed fresh to order.

RMP Wood Wax is the premier choice for craftsmen seeking a soft, organic finish without the compromise of synthetic chemicals. Whether you are sealing a brand-new build or reviving a family heirloom, this wax delivers a silken coat, transparent ingredients, and professional-grade results. It is effortless to apply, pleasant to work with, and designed to amplify the wood’s natural character rather than mask it.

  • Available Colors: Clear, Brown, and Black
  • Available Sizes: 2 oz, 4 oz, 8 oz, and 16 oz.

The Clean Alternative: 100% Plant-Based & Petroleum-Free

Most commercial wood conditioners rely on mineral oil, a common byproduct of the petroleum refining process. While inexpensive, mineral oil is a “non-drying” oil, meaning it stays liquid inside the wood fibers indefinitely. This often leads to a finish that feels perpetually greasy, leaks onto fabrics, and requires constant reapplication as it washes away.

We believe in complete transparency when it comes to what goes into our finishes. RMP Finishes Wood Wax is crafted using a premium, 100% plant-based formula that prioritizes both project durability and user safety. By utilizing a heavy concentration of Carnauba Wax flakes—the hardest natural wax available—combined with the deep-penetrating properties of Walnut Oil, we’ve created a finish that is entirely food-safe and vegan. Unlike mass-market waxes that rely on harsh chemical solvents or petroleum derived ingredients like mineral oil, our formulation is solvent-free, ensuring a pleasant, worry-free application every time.

Wood Wax Ingredients

  • Carnauba Wax Flakes
  • Pure Walnut Oil
  • Natural Pigments

Click here for a thorough breakdown of our Wood Wax ingredients.

RMP Finishes Wood Wax Color Comparison Clear Brown Black Wood Wax 1000x1000

One coat of Wood Wax Clear, Brown, and Black on pine.

Clear – Wood Wax

The pure, plant-based essential. This 100% vegan and food-safe wax is designed to protect and condition raw wood, cutting boards, and butcher blocks. It excels at providing a moisture-resistant barrier while enhancing the natural warmth of the wood grain without changing its color.

Brown – Wood Wax

The character builder. Formulated with natural iron oxide pigments, this variation adds an immediate “aged” walnut patina to new projects. It’s the perfect choice for blending repairs on dark furniture or adding a rich, antique depth to lighter wood species.

Black – Wood Wax

The modern enhancer. This variation uses deep mineral pigments to provide a sophisticated, ebonized look. It is ideal for highlighting the architectural grain in open-pore woods like oak or ash, creating a striking, high-contrast finish that is both durable and non-toxic.

Here’s a quick guide to Wood Wax sizes and coverage to help you plan:

Size Coverage Area (approx.) Best Use
2 oz ~18 sq ft Single cutting board, gifting
4 oz ~36 sq ft Small projects, cutting boards
8 oz ~72 sq ft Furniture, kitchen items
16 oz ~144 sq ft Large tables, full cabinetry sets
The number of coats needed depends on how much the wood absorbs. We recommend starting with a thin layer, allowing it to settle, and then adding more coats gradually until you achieve the desired level of shine and protection.

Applying RMP Wood Wax is a straightforward process designed to be as pleasant as the finished result. Because it is solvent-free and VOC-free, you can apply it safely indoors without harsh fumes.

General Application Steps:

  1. Prepare: Ensure the wood surface is clean, dry, and sanded to your desired smoothness.
  2. Apply: Using a clean, lint-free cloth or an applicator pad, scoop a small amount of wax and rub it into the wood grain. A thin, even layer is all you need.
  3. Wait: Let the wax sit for approximately 10–15 minutes. This allows the walnut oil to penetrate the fibers and the carnauba wax to begin to set.
  4. Buff: Use a fresh, dry cloth to buff the surface in the direction of the grain. This removes any excess and brings out that signature silky, soft-luster sheen.

Click here for thorough walkthrough on how to apply Wood Wax

We have streamlined our collection to make your finishing process even simpler. By uniting our fan-favorite Wood Wax with our Zero VOC Wax, we’ve created a single, versatile line. While the names have merged, the premium formulation remains exactly the same. Aside from the addition of natural pigments in our colored versions, these waxes are identical in quality and performance—offering the protection of a hardwax oil with the ease of a paste wax. Now, the hardest part of your project is simply choosing the right tint.

Customers choose our wood wax due to its practical benefits, and we have been a trusted source for safe finishing products for over 30 years. Here’s what makes it a standout:

  • Made with food-safe Walnut oil and carnauba wax and pigments (color versions only)
  • No artificial fragrances or additives
  • No beeswax – vegan-friendly formulation
  • No petrochemicals – such as mineral oil
  • Smooth, satin finish that feels clean and natural
  • Easy to use and reapply as needed
  • Safe for kitchen items and kids’ furniture
  • Eco-conscious packaging

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! We recommend allowing the finish being applied over to be dry before applying Wood Wax. For Real Milk Paint, 24-48 hours would be sufficient. For finishing oils, the full 10-15 days is necessary.

Yes. The Clear version enhances grain and gives a light satin glow, and can darken the wood, bringing out the natural wood colors. The tinted versions will significantly alter the color of the wood. The Brown color creates a chestnut brown tone. The Black color creates a warm black finish.

Not quite. Wood oil soaks into the grain to nourish and protect from within, while wax sits on top to seal and enhance. They’re often used together, with oil applied first and wax added afterward for extra surface protection.

Because Wood Wax has a 7-10 day partial cure and 15-30 day full cure time frame, it can be prohibitive to some projects pace. One of the best ways to decrease the curing time is to put the treated items in a warm environment. Professionals or those using Wood Wax for batch cutting boards, bowls, spoons, etc often use a lightbulb kiln to quickly cure the wax. This small space, low-heat solution passively cures the wax at a much quicker rate. Our manufacturing process also involves heating the walnut oil/carnauba wax. This heating process helps push the walnut oil to polymerize quicker.

Because walnut oil is a drying oil, meaning it transforms from an oil to a solid through a polymerization process, it does not run the risk of going rancid. If the oil were to “spoil” it would simply turn hard.

While it is impossible to rule out the possibility of an allergic reaction, there is good evidence to suggest that the walnut oil in Wood Wax won’t provoke a reaction. First, walnut oil is not high in proteins, which are the typical culprits for reactions. Walnut Oil is also a polymerizing/drying oil. Most allergens are caused by oils that do not polymerize/dry. When the oil is polymerized/dry the proteins are no longer active. The use of heating during the manufacturing process of Wood Wax causes the walnut oil to polymerize faster. This heating of the walnut oil (polymerized walnut oil) is also thought to reduce the risk of allergic reactions. We recommend each customer consult their physician if they have an allergy concern before use of Wood Wax.

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FAQ’s

We strive to ship orders the same day if they are placed before 12:00 PM CST, Monday through Friday. As a family-owned business in Tennessee, we hand-pack your orders during our hours of operation (9 AM – 4 PM). Orders placed over the weekend will ship the next business day.

Shipping is calculated based on the weight and destination of your specific order. We have flat-rate shipping options available for the orders inside the contiguous USA. We also offer Free Shipping on orders over $75 (within the contiguous US; some exclusions apply). You can get an instant estimate using the shipping calculator on the cart page.

Yes, we ship to many locations worldwide! To see if we can deliver to your country, simply add your desired items to the cart and use the Shipping Calculator on the Cart Page. By entering your country and postal code, you can instantly see if delivery is available to your region and get an accurate cost estimate.

Are duties and taxes included?
To make international shopping as seamless as possible, we calculate and collect all applicable shipping costs, duties, and taxes during checkout. This means your order is pre-cleared through customs, and you won’t have to worry about any unexpected “pay-on-delivery” fees or surprise bills when your package arrives.

We want you to love your project results! We accept returns on unused and unopened merchandise.

  • Money Back: Initiate within 14 days of delivery.
  • Store Credit: Initiate within 30 days of delivery.
  • Please note: Shipping costs are non-refundable.

Click here to read our full Returns & Refunds Policy.

Because finishes can be heavy or fragile, we handle damages on a case-by-case basis. If a container arrives leaking or broken, please take a photo of the package and contact us immediately at [email protected] or use our chat or call at (800) 339-9748 so we can make it right.

P.s. Have your order number handy so we can quickly find your order on our end.

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