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Model # 203

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$7.05
  • Restores shine to wood floors and furniture
  • Safe to use on vinyl, cork, plastic, leather and metal surfaces
  • Deep-cleans and protects for prolonged pristineness
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About This Product

SC Johnson Paste Wax deep-cleans a variety of surfaces, including wood furniture, hardwood floors and metal, leather, plastic, cork and vinyl surfaces. Its original blend of hard-finish waxes produces a rich, satiny luster. It's excellent for helping to revitalize antique furniture and for cleaning and revitalizing wood floors.

Highlights

  • Safe to use on cork floors, vynil floors and damaged/worn wood
  • Revitalize antique furniture and worn floors
  • Also works on metal, leather, plastic, cork and vinyl
  • Excellent for antique furniture and worn or damaged wood
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Product Information

Internet # 100154748

Model # 203

Store SKU # 273711

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Specifications

Product Size: 1 LB-Pound

Dimensions

Product Size

1 LB-Pound

Details

Concentrated or Ready to Use

Ready to use

Dry time (hours)

0.5

Features

No Additional Features

Helps Remove

Dirt

Pack Size

1

Product Form

Paste

Recommended Surfaces

Hardwood Floors, Metal, Plastic, Vinyl

Returnable

90-Day

Scent

N/A

Warranty / Certifications

Manufacturer Warranty

N/A

Questions & Answers

Can I use this on sealed cement to make is shine?
ByAug 12, 2022
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This is a furniture polish and may work. However, better to use a food grade wax. Look for a 100% carnauba or all natural bees wax.  

By|Aug 17, 2022

    Yes you can but remember it's not much different than car polish. It will wash away over time. One other thing I would say it catches dust if not thoroughly buffed or rubbed

    By|Aug 16, 2022


      On a painted netal exterior door will this material work to buff out the chalkiness?
      ByFeb 9, 2022
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      I've found that liquid vinyl floor wax like Future (do they still sell that?) will restore luster to such. You can also try a mild auto rubbing compound or car wax.

      By|Feb 10, 2022

        I wouldn't recommend it -- it's meant as a protective coating specifically for wood. Painted metal is a whole other ball of wax, ha ha. My suggestion would be epoxy paint, or even an automotive topcoat.

        By|Jun 25, 2025


          Can this be used to prevent scuffs on white painted wood stair risers? What color is the paste? Thank you
          ByJan 8, 2022
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          It’s clear in color. I wouldn’t use it on stairs bc it could cause them to be slick or slippery. 

          By|Jan 11, 2022

            The color of the paste is kind a light brown or tan color. It could possibly reduce the amount of scuffs you get? If you have a flat or matte finish paint, I wouldn't try using the wax because the wax would probably stick to the paint too much, gloss or semi gloss paint might work ok. Also if you use wax on your paint, if you ever re-paint you will need to sand all area that you wax because new paint would not stick to the waxed surface. I would try it on small area and test it out for a few weeks, and go from there. I use it for some wood items Ive made, and use it for surface protection on my tables, jointer, and planer for rust protection, and the wood slides easier on top of the waxed surface. It works great for me. 

            By|Jan 15, 2022

              It may be clear enough altho it is a light tan color. It works fine for vinyl tile, but I doubt it will help keep heels from scuffing stair risers.

              By|Jan 10, 2022

                I’m not sure about it’s ability to prevent scuffs. I originally bought this to use as a mold release agent for doing some epoxy molding. It worked great for that. Since then, I have used it on some painted wood outdoor Christmas decorations to improve water resistance. It also worked for that. It has a sort of yellowish hue when in the tub, but after being applied (wax in, wax off) it is clear. It added a bit of gloss to the painted wood. 

                By|Jan 15, 2022


                  how do I use this? Are there multiply steps to apply the paste wax?
                  BySep 29, 2021
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                  I apply liberally on finished wood and buff with 0000 steel wool and then use a polishing bonnet for final finish.

                  By|Jan 5, 2022

                    Apply. Set. Buff. Repeat. That is pretty much it.

                    By|Nov 30, 2021

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                      Can this be used over water base finishes on wood furniture ?
                      BySep 28, 2021
                      2 Answers | 
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                      You should be able too just test it in a hidden spot first.

                      By|Dec 29, 2021

                        Yes it can be used over water based finished wood

                        By|Jan 6, 2022


                          Can i use it on butcher block
                          ByApr 12, 2021
                          3 Answers | 
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                          This product is absolutely not food-safe. For a cutting board, use beeswax and/or food grade mineral oil.

                          By|Jan 31, 2022

                            (2)

                            No, no, and no.... Solvents galore and not food safe.

                            By|Nov 30, 2021

                              (4)

                              I don't see why not. You might think twice if you are actually cutting meat or rolling out pastry, as the taste of paste wax might not be compatible with fine dining or good digestion.

                              By|Jul 31, 2021


                              Can this product be used on butcher block countertop?
                              ByMar 21, 2021
                              6 Answers | 
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                              The manufacturer states that one should avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. I would not recommend its use on a butcher block countertop where food is prepared.

                              By|Mar 22, 2021

                              I would ask Johnson & Johnson.

                              By|Jul 21, 2021

                              (1)

                              You should only use cooking oil or safe oil designed for butcher block The wax is an oil base

                              By|Mar 22, 2021

                              You can use it on wood, but due to the chemical content, I would NOT use it on any surface used for food preparation. I believe bees wax is recommended for butcher block.

                              By|Mar 22, 2021

                                Another person said use cooking oil. DO NOT use cooking oil on a butcher block countertop. Use a product specifically for butcher block countertops or you can use mineral oil with paraffin or bees wax heated in a double boiler to combine to make a paste.

                                By|Aug 27, 2021

                                  NO. Use Mineral Oil or other Food-Safe finish

                                  By|Apr 20, 2021


                                    cn I use this on par k flooring
                                    ByNov 27, 2020
                                    5 Answers | 
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                                    As long as the parquet is fastened down securely, I don't see why not.

                                    By|Nov 27, 2020

                                    If the floor is well built then yes. If you have gaps in the par k tiles then you will get paste wax stuck in them.

                                    By|Nov 27, 2020

                                    Yes, use a solvent based cleaner for floors. Apply a thin, even coat of wax, working with the grain. Wait 20-30 minutes before buffing with an electric polisher.

                                    By|Nov 27, 2020

                                    People have used this on all types of wood flooring.

                                    By|Nov 27, 2020

                                    That is what it is designed for.

                                    By|Nov 27, 2020


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                                    Customer Reviews

                                    4.5 out of 5

                                    • 4.5 out of 249 reviews
                                    • 93% recommend this product
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                                    We use Johnson paste wax for waxing our Molds, We manufacture foam Seats, Classic Car armrests, a...
                                    We use Johnson paste wax for waxing our Molds, We manufacture foam Seats, Classic Car armrests, and many more products the wax works great and keeps our parts from sticking to the molds.
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                                    I needed this wax to protect a guitar finger board while using super glue. It acts as a perfect b...
                                    I needed this wax to protect a guitar finger board while using super glue. It acts as a perfect barrier between the glue and the wood. Even if the glue cures you can gently scrape it off the wax layer with no problems. The fines can be a bit overwhelming though so use a fan to keep the air moving.
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                                    Easy to use to make floors bright
                                    Easy to use to make floors bright
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                                    1 found this review helpful
                                    so many uses!
                                    this is just about the only polish I use and it's the only polish I use on my table saw. Johnson Paste Wax not only keeps my cast iron table saw top super slick, it prevents rust and doesn't leave any residue on my projects as I am working on the saw. One can can last almost 2 years for me and that includes polishing several cast iron and aluminum work surfaces in my wood shop, but also furniture In the house. it's one of the best values on the market today. i will recommend it to anyone and I'm a life long customer.
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                                      Was looking for a good sealer for a live edge table I did recently. This paste worked really wel...
                                      Was looking for a good sealer for a live edge table I did recently. This paste worked really well. Dried hard and put a nice protection layer down over the oil finish. So far so good about 2 months in.
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                                        I used this to wax the top of my tablesaw and the underside of a crosscut sled. The results are a...
                                        I used this to wax the top of my tablesaw and the underside of a crosscut sled. The results are as expected, the sled glides over the saw top.
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                                        Good product, great value
                                        I bought this to wax my spinning wheel. It came in a bigger tin than I thought and it will definitely last for a long time. The wax has a strong gasoline-like smell so I would advise to use it outside. It does dissipate after a few hours, though. The wax is best used with warm, gloved hands to help melt the wax and to keep it from sticking to your hands afterward. Take it from me, you don't wanna use this bare handed. As for the shine it brings, it's very subtle but still noticeable on furniture. Feel free to bring on the elbow grease when buffing out the wax. It can be a pain but it leaves you with a sense of accomplishment in the end. I don't know how well it protects but I don't expose my wheel to the elements anyway.
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                                        Was never delivered would not recomend …….!!!!!!!!!!
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                                          Power Tool Protection!
                                          This product has a lot of uses. In my case, I use this wax to protect the tabletop of my table saw, bandsaw, and other metallic tool surfaces from rust and corrosion. Apply it just like traditional paste car wax -- apply a thin layer, than buff off. On table saws, it allows the workpiece to glide across the surface while providing a durable layer of protection that won't transfer to the wood. Sometimes the old school solution is still the best!
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                                            Best paste wax to use on all surfaces in my...
                                            Best paste wax to use on all surfaces in my wood shop. Metal , wood, plastic to help create a slippery surface and prevent rust.
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