Beeswax For Wood 3 Ingredients – The Easy Natural Way to Keep Your Stuff Looking New
You know that feeling when you just want your wood furniture to have that cozy, rich glow — without smearing a bunch of chemicals all over your house? Same. That’s exactly why I started making my own beeswax polish at home. And honestly, once you try it, you’re not going to want to go back to the original beeswax furniture polish you find in stores.
This homemade natural polish works like a charm — it brings out the natural beauty of wood, helps protect your pieces. And it doesn’t leave that weird greasy feel or oil residue behind.
Plus, it’s super budget-friendly compared to local store prices and has tons of uses. From wooden spoons and cutting boards to car seats, bathroom mirrors, and even fine silver!
And if you’re looking for even more ways to naturally care for your home, you might also love my Homemade Carpet Cleaner. It’s another easy way to ditch harsh chemicals and keep your space feeling fresh.
Homemade Beeswax Polish Recipe
What You’ll Need:
How to Make It:
1. Melt the beeswax and olive oil together in a little saucepan over low heat. (It only takes a couple minutes — don’t walk away!)
2. Take it off the heat, stir in your lemon essential oils, and pour it into a clean jar.
3. Let it cool. That’s it. You just made your own natural beeswax furniture polish!
How to Use It:
- Scoop a tiny bit onto a soft cloth (I love using old cotton cloths or microfiber cloths)
- Rub it in with a circular motion over your wood floors, unfinished wood furniture, or whatever you’re polishing.
- Buff it out with a fresh clean cloth to bring out that vibrant vibrant color we all love.
And if you want to keep your whole home naturally fresh, you’ll probably love my DIY Toilet Bowl Deodorizer too — it’s one of my favorite swaps for a chemical-free bathroom!
Shop This Post – My Favorite Picks
Here’s everything I actually use myself — not just random stuff! I’m all about making life easy and avoiding harsh chemicals whenever I can.
- Raw Beeswax – I always try to support local when I can (hello happy hive!), but if I can’t find it, I grab good-quality beeswax online with free shipping to save time.
- Organic Olive Oil – I like using a clean, high-quality olive oil because it’s food-safe, which matters when you’re polishing things like cutting boards and wooden spoons.
- Lemon Essential Oil – This gives the polish a fresh, clean scent and adds a little extra natural cleaning power. Definitely a bonus but not a must-have!
- Glass Jars with Lids – Perfect for storing your polish without it absorbing weird smells. Plus, they’re cute enough to give as gifts if you want to share!
- Soft Cotton Cloths – Trust me, a soft cotton cloth makes polishing so much easier without scratching or leaving fuzzies behind.
FAQ – Homemade Beeswax Polish
Can I use beeswax polish on things other than wood?
Yes! It’s a wonderful old school furniture polish, but it also works on stainless steel fingerprints, shower floors, tile walls, and even makes an excellent glass and mirror cleaner (goodbye, soap scum buildup on shower doors!).
(And if you love multi-use recipes, don’t miss my Homemade Hand Soap with Lemon — it’s another easy, natural DIY you can whip up in no time!)
Will it leave a greasy feel?
Nope — if you use it the right way (tiny amounts, buffed in with a circular motion), there’s no greasy feel at all. If you do get a little too much, just wipe it off with a paper towel or a cloth dampened in warm soapy water.
How often should I use it?
I do a regular treatment about once a month on my furniture to keep it in good condition, but honestly, it depends on how dry your pieces get.
Can it help revive old furniture?
Definitely. It’s amazing on new furniture, but it can seriously bring older pieces back to life too, especially if they have that dull, dry look from previous oil drying out.
Beeswax Polish 3 Ingredient - The Easy Natural Way to Keep Your Stuff Looking New
This homemade natural polish works like a charm — it brings out the natural beauty of wood, helps protect your pieces, and it doesn’t leave that weird greasy feel or oil residue behind.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons grated beeswax (I usually grab mine from a local beekeeper or order online with free shipping!)
- 6 tablespoons olive oil (or coconut oil if you want a softer finish)
- 5–7 drops lemon essential oils (totally optional but it smells amazing
Instructions
How to Make It:
- Melt the beeswax and olive oil together in a little saucepan over low heat. (It only takes a couple minutes — don't walk away!)
- Take it off the heat, stir in your lemon essential oils, and pour it into a clean jar.
- Let it cool. That's it. You just made your own natural beeswax furniture polish!
How to Use It:
- Scoop a tiny bit onto a soft cloth (I love using old cotton cloths or microfiber cloths)
- Rub it in with a circular motion over your wood floors, unfinished wood furniture, or whatever you’re polishing.
- Buff it out with a fresh clean cloth to bring out that vibrant vibrant color we all love.
Final Thoughts:
If you’re looking for a super simple, budget-friendly way to ditch petroleum products and keep your home feeling clean and beautiful, homemade beeswax polish is seriously the best.
And if you’re like me and love finding little natural ways to make your home even cozier, definitely check out some of my other favorite DIYs — like Homemade Carpet Cleaner, Toilet Bowl Deodorizer, and Hand Soap with Lemon.
Small changes really do go a long way.
