About Waxed Canvas
What is Waxed Canvas?
Waxed canvas is a cotton canvas that has been impregnated with wax and is water resistant. First used as sailcloth by 19th century mariners, waxed canvas is durable and has a look similar to distressed leather.
THE LOOK AND FEEL
- Waxed canvas has slightly waxy feel and gets a rugged mottled look with use. The surface shows creases and marks easily, contributing to the character of the fabric. You can choose to emphasize this by deliberately scrunching it in your hands then smoothing it out. There are several weights available in waxed canvas available on the market today.
- The first thing you notice about it is the weight. Our canvas is 11oz. Waxed canvas has a natural substance and heaviness to it that bags or clothing made from synthetic materials simply don’t have. When you pick up a waxed canvas bag, even when empty you’ll notice a little heft and when you rub the material through your fingers it feels sturdy. There are two reasons for this: the weight of the heavy gauge cotton used to make the canvas as well as the waterproofing wax itself.
A Few Eco Facts:
- Our waxed canvas is part of OCS (Organic Content Standard) as well as BCI (Better Cotton initiative)
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Our waxed canvas is manufactured with C4X wax, which contains no parabens, petroleum, formaldehyde or PFOAs.
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Our wax has excellent water shedding properties, outperforming traditional wax in shower rating, hydrostatic head and Bundesmann testing.
- Our waxed canvas is fully biodegradable, food grade, and vegan.
How do I clean my Waxed Canvas?
- Shake or brush off dirt, sand or any other abrasive material.
- Grab a sponge or soft brush and scrub with cold water. DO NOT use soap!
- Gently massage the soiled surface.
- Rinse with a sponge and cold water. Let the fabric air dry.
What should I AVOID doing to my waxed canvas?
- Never wash your waxed canvas in the washing machine
- Never use warm or hot water to clean it
- Never have it dry cleaned
- Never use soap, detergent, solvent or starch-based stiffener