u/Careless-Shake9054

I had my first try at using Renaissance wax to coat cover paper. I’m applying it after the book has been cased in, pressed and dried completely. I used some cut up old T shirt to rub a thin layer of Renaissance wax in, wait a minute or so, and then buff it with a clean bit of old T shirt.

I did two tests - one with two coats, one with three coats. The one with two coats still feels a bit “papery”. The one with three coats has a more finished feel but it also feels very slightly tacky.

It is my first time waxing paper. What sort of consistency should I aim for? Should I use two or three coats?