How to make Extremely Affordable Waterproofing - DIY Step by Step Instructions-Leather, Canvas, Etc.
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A step by step instructional video on how to make homemade waterproofing compound that can be utilized for cotton canvas, leather, boots, coats, jackets, tarps, hats, etc. We do this at a fraction of the cost of a store bought waterproofer with better results. For pennies on the dollar this is a must do DIY project for your outdoor clothing.
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Your presentation get an A +. A true stand up triple Much appreciated, the attention given at any rate of speed. Thank you! Measure twice, cut once is forever mission acquisition in the bush.
Thank you sir. I appreciate it.
I think this is probably the simplest waterproofing DIY That I’ve seen. Really like the tips about the beeswax and the rings. Thank you
Glad it was helpful!
A great and safe way to do this If you do it all the time, or need to cover a large area is a - crock pot... And you can simply unplug it and let it cool off, put a lid on it and just store it away with the mixture in it to use again. Works great for sails, tarps and tents.
Good idea. Thanks. I never thought of the crock pot. If you are doing sails, you will surely need a lot.
For a longer lasting result - Use gloves and eye protection in a well ventilated area. Use a whole tube of clear 100% silicone caulk with 3-5 parts of Naptha in a 5 gallon bucket. Stir until the caulk has dissolved. No heat needed. Take a hat, tarp etc and soak every inch coating evenly. Hang outside and let dry to see if you missed any areas.
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Does this create any textural issues? I’m thinking about doing it to a jacket.
@@chrisz.9974 the silicone gives it the finish of tarp kinda
yeah thats a way better water proofing method, but this seems way cheaper
How long does this last?
Beeswax smells lovely! I don't know what you're talking about calling it stinky. Natural beeswax smells like honey.
Cool idea! I've never tried making my own waterproofing material.
Hey Eric....just used your method on an old canvas jacket. Looking forward to some inclement weather so I can try it out. Thanks for posting
Thanks for the kind comment. It is refreshing to hear one on this video.
Toilet rings haven't been beeswax for many years. They're now made of petroleum-slack wax and micro crystalline wax.
A good source for bees wax is a lubricant for fasteners.
Thanks for this. This is a timeless process. Much appreciated.
You're welcome
My friend loaned me an oilskin jacket the other day. It was really great against the wind (which is more of a problem where I live than rain) I'm still looking at different methods but it was really helpful to see the whole process start to finish.
I love this stuff. I have several jackets that are oil skinned.
If youre looking at oilskin dusters I would highly recommend the outback trading company oilskin duster, I love mine, I will say though that it takes a couple months before the oiliness is no longer an issue but it didn't stain any furniture or anything that I know of
Wax rings! Great source and nothing wrong with the pace and length of this FREE tutorial! People whine instead of just fast forwarding-thanks again
You’re welcome. Thank you. An awful lot of whining out there.
Thank you for your video, i just did this on my Carhartt pants and am excited to see how they turn out!
You’re welcome
Good job and thank you for all the work and effort you put into this. It IS very informative and useful beyond words. Yes a bit wordy but anyone with a halfwit can see and hear that is or was a new adventure for you and for it being one of the very first ones you did, it was excellent. I look forward to seeing the others you have done now that I found your channel. Keep up all the great work and please by all means keep sharing what you know with the UA-cam world. There are many many of us who can use with a bit more knowledge in the world of self-sufficiency. Thank you again, may God Bless you and your family and stay safe during this nation's current crisis.
Thanks again! Yea, this was one of my first vids. I have definitely improved over the years. God bless y'all as well!
Who else did you look to as the alternative to this method? Which one did you choose? And, how did it turn it out? Thanks!
What a great hack idea. I'm gonna try it.
Awesome tutorial,I have been wanting to know how to do this for a long time. You made it very understandable and I felt like I was just hanging out in your garage learning how to make old school waterproofing. Thank you for the knowledge, very much appreciated.
Glad you liked it. Thank you
Wow! Thanks for thinking out of the box!! Thanks again for sharing!!
You're welcome
boiled linseed oil mixed with white spirit in equal parts no messing about heating
just mix then paint the outside of your hat and leave to dry outside and then your hat is totally waterproof
How long does this last?
GREAT VIDEO!!!!!! Going to give this a try!!!!
Awesome. Thank you.
Just wanted to thank you for putting up the video. Spent Christmas period waxing 3 field jackets, a pair of underalls and a pair of coveralls. And my Fly Fishing hat. I eyeballed the BLO and really like the results. Came in very handy at the Liberty Bowl in Memphis where it did nothing but rain. And I fast forwarded so no complaints :)
And all that added up to almost 20 toilet wax rings. Probably screwed up my local Ace's forecast on demand of them.
Cool. Thanks for watching. Glad it worked out. I am not sure what all the fuss was on the video but 10 comments out of 150000 views is no biggie.
That’s some really useful feedback, for those of us considering giving it a shot. Thank you.
Thank you for showing the application on a hat. I'm using Sno-Seal and my ultimate goal is a canvas duffle shaped bag (not flat). I think I'll do a baseball cap first!!
cool
Never would have thought about using wax rings, great idea thanks
Glad we could help. Thanks for watching.
Great video! I love that you supported Wranglerstar too. God Bless and Good Luck with your channel I'll be looking forward to more videos.
Thanks man. I appreciate it.
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I happen to have a sun bleached boonie that’d be perfect. I usually quip that being a greasy Irishman, I can waterproof my own hats simply by wearing them, but this looks a little more effective. I need a new boonie for hot and dry days anyway.
I was taught 1 million years ago, as a boy scout, an easy way to water proof items is with simple emergency candles. Use them like a big crayon and color all over whatever item you wish you waterproof, and then take the hair dryer to it, and we got similar results. Though, I am not sure about the longevity of the two treatments in comparison? I remember the candle wax held up very well, though?
The emergency candles work well though I think that by adding the linseed oil (added waterproofing protection) it gives the cloths a bit more pliability. In my testing, the oil/wax formula is easier to apply and spread over the fabric. Both waxed cotton and oil skin or tin cloth perform similarly. Thanks for the comment.
Billy Blazer I was just going to comment the same. I always seam-seal new tents in that way, hasn't ever let me down yet.
It's definitely true, but the downside is that the candlewax "seals" the fabric completely. It ain't breathable anymore. Then you get it cold due to your own sweat that can't evaporate. 👍
D VoZ not if you use a hair dryer and melt it. That opens the pores of the fabric (area in between the threads) again.
hi , i thinkall the advice is really useful for me, but id like toask some more questions. i am organizing a horse back ride thru the mountains in dec. we will bw wearing denim. can we waterproof them like this and not ruin our saddles? you know part of the leg will be resting on the saddle. and also will this wind proof the stuff too?
thanks im advance
After wax mixture is applied an iron wrapped if foil works well to aid in deeper penetration and evens out the finished coating/surface for a uniform look. Foil is only there so you can take it off and still iron other cloths if needed.
Great idea. Thanks for the heads up.
Curious to know: if you store part of the production in a bottle or tin with an attached or integrated means to aerosolise the contents, and you double-boiler reliquify the paste, can you simply spray the waterproofing onto the target? Would applying it as an aerosol speed the drying by exposing the turpentine to the air more readily? Would the liquid form have to be above a certain temperature to account for the cooling that accompanies the pressure drop? How about using a paint brush dipped in the liquid form to apply it?
And, whether using paste or liquid form, I wonder if it would be advantageous to heat the target (e.g. canvas) in a dryer, or in makeshift sun-powered hothouse, before applying the waterproofing.
Thank you for this step by step! This was great.
You're welcome
Nice video Thanks for the work and effort, I'm not sold on the idea of the toilet ring though, most are not beeswax at all and are made from petroleum based products. It'll still work as described for a inexpensive waterproofing.
Thank you. I appreciate it. You're right, some of those rings still have a percentage of beeswax in them and the rest is paraffin.
Other than being quite flammable that's an ok recipe I would use that and make small blocks of it with saw dust in it as fire starter
Great video! Very affordable solution
Thank you
Use hair dryer on the non-waxed side of cloth to draw it into the fabric being waterproofed...
Wax is easily drawn toward heat...
makes sense to me! thanks.
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Great detail. Homemade is best. So as soon as the shtf use these great recipes from this backyard junkyard dog mad scientist will save your life. You never get wet.
Great job!!!
You are exactly right. Thank you.
If you push the crown of the hat down so as to make a bowl of it, you will find it easier to get more even coverage while painting the mix on, just don't let the mix pool in the bottom. Also don't forget that the underside of the brim needs to be coated too (NOT the inside of the crown though). Personally I wouldn't use any scented oil in the mix, as it can become quite cloying after awhile. If you have ever had to put up with someone wearing perfume or cologne inside an enclosed space for several hours you will see what I mean. You can get used to your sweat and the smell of the mix. If you need to have a sent or whatever to repel insects just dab some on the top and bottom of the brim. If your hat gets stinky just wash the inside or carry a supply of ultra thin women's panty liners and put one in front (they are sticky on one side) as a sweat absorber and replace when the old one gets stinky. This works on hard hats and welding helmets as well. You will need at least 2 coatings of mix to start with and occasional reapplications from time to time. Canvas needs more applications to start. It is great if you have a bright sunny(hot) day to spread your canvas out to get nice and warm before applying the mix. It is best to do all your work in Summer, that way you will be all set when the rain (and snow) comes. I hope the information helps.
Thanks for sharing, take care
You’re welcome
I agree with all the comments regarding the length fo the video. Good information, but need to have a goal of 3-5 minute length for all you tube videos. Do this and your followers will triple over night. People want something fast and specific to the point. We are a fast paced society. This is really good advice that will help you grow. Thanks for taking the "time" to make the video.
While I appreciate constructive criticism, I am tired of the impatience a few commenters display. Try as I may, I will not satisfy 100% of the people 100% of the time.
You are the same guys who will watch a 30+ minute long Wranglerstar video and love it. You sound like you are a UA-cam expert telling me how long videos should be and how many subs I can gain. While UA-cam tells me that optimal time is between 8 and 18 minutes. Most of the most popular channels adhere to this guidelineas well as other insider information tactics that I am sure you don't have. (unless you are a UA-cam Partner Manager. Are you?)
Sorry if I offended you. I gave you a positive comment on your video, but only agreed with the majority of the people who watched and commented on your video. If you are posting on UA-cam for the purpose of wanting people to watch your videos, please don't be so aggressive when someone puts themselves out there and provides you with honest constructive feedback in a non-labeling non aggressive manner. This just shows me that you are not willing to learn and grow, which why people watch this stuff any way. And for the record, I have not idea what a Wranglerstar video is, so I guess I really don't fit into that group. In the future I will keep my comments to myself. No good deed goes unpunished, right?
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Interesting, I wonder if you got a spray bottle if this could be sprayed on. It seems simple enough to use. Thanks for the info.
It is too thick to spray on. Additionally, the wax starts to set and harden not long after it is taken off the heat. The paint brush is the best method of application that I found.
Cool thanks, was thinking of using this on a tent, that is why I was asking.
A comment on another video says you can. You will just have to heat up the spray bottle first by heating it up in a pot of boiling water.
Thanks for the knowledge.
My pleasure
Thank you
You’re welcome
Whether you think he's smart or not for doing this whole process, you definitely have to respect the fact that he was smart enough not to use the wife's Pyrex
How did you learn about not using the Turpentine, that so many others use? What are the pros and cons of leaving it out?
great video I need to water proof some sumbrella canopy fabric that is being used for a collapsable tent fabric. How stiff does this oil/wax mixture make the fabric???
It is fairly stiff.
excellent!
Thanks
awsome video !!
Thank you
Great info!!
Glad it was helpful!
While using the hair dryer, you could even out the coating with the brush, moving the liquefied excess over to the dry spots.
Good point.
Good video! Was looking for cheap beeswax for waterproofing and as a part of firestarters,and WASNT in too much of a hurry(kinda goes with camping)but I am a little slow.Thanks!
Thank you
The recipe I seen called for a bit of pin tar for a mold deterrent on tin cloth clothing.Guy was a lumber man in Oregon I believe.
Good tip. Thanks for the heads up.
Interesting. That’s why I was thinking of trying Hubard’s shoe grease, which is mainly beeswax and pine tar. Great for shoes and seams, why not canvas?
Well done, thank you.
Thank you
very cool
Thanks
Awesome
I tried a similar recipe using mineral spirits & boiled linseed oil on some canvas and it stank for months. It was quite a powerful stench. You could smell it across my backyard a couple months afterwards. Never doing that again.
Mine smells fine. I let it air out for just a week and a half.
Just reading comments Theres always one who can do it better! 😂 I enjoyed this and will do it on a canvas to stop the north wind blowing me about my garden! ♥️🏴England
Good video, great info. Good to edit out some of the waffling... Thanks, God bless.
Thank you. This is a 6 year old video and not at all like the videos I make now. I improved and grew.
@CountryLivingExperience thanks for the cheaper recipe! You mentioned woodworking...if I used this on outside wood...how long does it stay waterproof? Since you used heat to apply...will the product melt in the hot sun or dryer? If I applied it to an umbrella (say the patio umbrella for example) will it crack off when opened/closed? Does fabric retain it's flexibility?
Nice job.
Thank you
the cuteness isnt entertaining when we want to learn this EDIT!!!!
Stop crying and move on
Hi I love your video. I have two questions? The first one is 'would this work on a US Army Canvas pup tent, how much treatment would I need for 9' long x 6' wide x 42" high? The second question is does the wax you are using mind the suns heat on it. Because where I'm living it gets hot like 96.8 °Fahrenheit. And would this have a bad effect on the canvass treatment?
Thank you. It would work for a canvas tent. I have no idea how much you will need. The linseed oil will help stabilize the wax but I have never spent prolonged time in temps that hot.
Interesting!
It is!
do you do both sides? and does this work on Cardboard? I am trying to make a steam tight or at least water tight box paintable if possiblr
No need to do both sides because when you heat it with the hair dryer it soaks into and through the fabric. Sorry, I have never used it on cardboard.
I like this and am wondering how well it will work on camoflauge material if used and how much it would change the color of it?
It will certainly darken whatever material you put it on.
Do you know if this would work on nylon...like gaiters, for example. Just wondering if the linseed oil would act as a solvent on nylon. Thnx.
It should work on nylon......But. My recommendation is to try it on a test piece first. The formulation of the nylon and the wax/oil treatment will determine if they react. Linseed oil will dissolve many plastics.
Great demo and information... How long do you think this would last outdoors in sunlight year round? Months? Years? Thanks
Thank you. It is hard to say how long it will last because all environments and conditions are different. I would say months but if you take it to a very harsh environment then it may not last but a few weeks.
Thanks for the video. I wonder how effective adding some permetherin (long lasting insect repellent) to the mixture would be?
Not sure. If it works that would be amazing. I don’t know the chemical would react with the other ingredients
Permetherin is not a only a repellent but an insect killer and very toxic . I wouldn't use it this way. I STRONGLY urge you not to do this.I was a licensed chemical applicator for 20 + years. 4 states 5 categories, I'm very sure it's a bad idea. Short term exposure is not SO bad but long term can/will be Fatale
Some ingredients for waterproofing are flammable. In this case two of them. Have you ever tested a sacrificial waterproofed item that came in contact with a high heat source?
How would it work for an M-65 type (clone) all cotton field jacket? I'm concerned about stiffness and major color change.
It will stiffen a bit but will work in quickly as soon as you start wearing it. I have never found it to be uncomfortably stiff. As for darkening, it will deepen the color of whatever you put it on but the will fade over time and is not permanent. I thing the color change is minor and a positive. Best luck.
I believe that is how the typical "Duster" or "Drover" overcoats (oil coats) are treated. Cotton duck canvas "oiled" for water resistance. They were originally made from old ships sails. Pitch and various other oils were used along with wax to waterproof the coats. You can also purchase a can of the modern mixture from companies that sell Outback style dusters. Heat it up, and paint it on. Heat with a hair dryer as shown here. Comes in a can that looks like a saddle soap can. You can purchase it from Amazon too.
www.amazon.com/Outback-Trading-Oilskin-Duckback-Dressing/dp/B002SEFJRK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1541008938&sr=8-1&keywords=oilskin+reproofing
@@angryagain68 you just told me concisely what I watched 6 video to not find out!!! THANK YOU!!!!!
I have done this water proofing befor a lot of years ago, but can't remember if both sides of the fabric needed to be done or was it just the outer surface and let it soak thrue when heated with either a hair dryer or heat gun. I have a heat gun and have a few things that need to be water proofed ( old canvases military back pack, haver sacks, boonies hats, and boots hunting/hicking boots ). And realy would like to know. Also both what was the oil that you put in to help ease the smell and how long does it last?
One side was sufficient for us with the hat. I put peppermint oil to help ease that smell but it wore off before the wax smell. The wax smell then wore off not long after that.
That was a nice bonny, wish I still had mine. Now I want to see you wearing that hat for a day in the rain. You'll be taking it off hoping for the rain to cool your sweaty head.
Guess you'll have a wet head either way.
@@CountryLivingExperience Good come back!Lol
Beeswax and paraffin works?
The wax rings just went up in price because of this video 😎
What is in that wax ring other than bees wax, seems awfully sticky for just bees wax?
Some paragon I believe
Does the hat remain tacky to touch since using toilet bowl sealant wax? That wax is designed to stay tacky and never fully harden, therefore, does it remain that way on the fabric as well? Do you always feel like film is coming off on your hands when you handle the hat?
At the ratio of ingredients, the boiled linseed oil prevents the wax from being tacky. It does not feel as though it is coming off. Let it dry and cure sufficiently and it will be great. Thanks for your comment.
My beeswax is not stinky and it is a very Light color. I use it for encaustic painting. The one you are using is very dark. I’m just curious if it is just beeswax or does it have anything else in it? Also mine is hard if it is not melted and yours looks soft so I am just wondering what is in it to make it so soft? I am looking for something to waterproof my painting apron so that my watercolors will not sink into the fabric and I can keep the apron clean. thankyou 😊
This was actually mixed with some paraffin.
Good stuff !
Props to the Epic Wranglerstar too !
Wulfy
Thank you
Will the remaining water proofing set up as a paste that can be stored in a tin or jar?
Thank you
It absolutely does set as a paste. I have some left over waiting for my next project.
Where would one go to get these ingredients? Here in Oregon it's been pouring and I would like to waterproof my favorite jacket.
You should be able to find everything you need at your local hardware store.
Does anybody know about the difference between beeswax and wax rings? Im trying to stay away from petroleum and dangerous benzene which Im thinking wax rings contain.
I don't see one video on how to waterproof boots that have canvas and leather or Gore-Tex and leather are you supposed to use the same materials for both products. Thanks for any help anyone could offer
This formulation works best for canvas. Funny you commented on this now because we just put out a leather boot video this morning. You can find it here: ua-cam.com/video/xUkqXGVSDRw/v-deo.html We use bear grease for leather.
Isn't Gore tex already waterproof?
Citronella oil would be great to add to the mixture. It’s a great deterrent against bugs.
Absolutely. Good suggestion.
What are wax rings used for in a toilet, ive never seen or even heard of one before this video?
To seal the flange when you replace a toilet.
Quick question. Do you have to worry about spontaneous combustion on the fabrics using linseed oil? Especially if you're storing the item in the closet.?
No chance. Beyond never hearing of that happening and it not happening to me, I do not think they would sell a product that would be that unstable. You should not worry.
Country Living Experience awesome! I just know that on boiled Linseed oil they always recommend properly disposing of the rags that are used. Thanks for putting up the information about how to make this product. I've been trying to find something and this looks like it might just be the right thing to fit the bill for my canvas. Just subscribed. Great channel.
Thanks Mike
could a sheet be done for a tarp?
It may be better to use heavy canvas.
How long does it last, for instance on a tent exposed to Irish rain all year round?
I have never used one item (hat or tent) continuously in harsh conditions. There are a lot of factors that would go in to determining how long it would last.
Open flame outdoors is a little too risky?
This is very informative content but a bit long form, I would suggest condensing some of it, could you do a review of hawk tools fabric wax??
Sorry, it was one of my first videos. All my new content is condensed and concise.
what is the material of the smallest bottle ? thanks for your answer..
Peppermint essential oil to make it smell better.
is this good for extreme heat? Im working on a handmade tent and am worried about wax melting in the sun
What environment are you using it in? Prolonged use in a hot desert will impact it greater than say a 5 day camping trip in the Pacific Northwest. Once it is soaked into the fabric it is fairly durable.
I know this video was from 5 years ago, not sure if you still look at the comments. I am wondering how this would hold up in the wash? I need to make something for my dog for her accidents and may have to wash some what frequently. Any suggestion or tweaks you can suggest to accommodate that?
Btw, I loved your video and did not think it was dragged out. For someone like me, I am very detailed orientated so this was fabulous 😊
Glad the video was helpful and thank you for the kind words. I haven't really washed any of these types of items before. I would assume they would not hold up. I do think if you just sprayed it off with a high pressure hose, it would take care of the "accident".
Just curious as to why you waterproofed a hat with 4 holes in it???
My personal experience with naphtha gave me an allergic reaction to overnight exposure to breathing the fumes from a large block of the substance in a small bedroom. I ended up with my eyes swollen swollen shut, and a somewhat swollen respiratory system. I required antihistamine medication by injection to counteract these effects. I’ve been diligent in avoiding any extended
Contact or exposure since then!!!
You should always use a well ventilated area when using chemicals like this. Some people are allergic to different things. Be sure to always check labels and use ad directed.
good idea on using the toilet wax rings, i was going to go buy the beeswax separately, but this is more convenient and cheaper
Thanks. The beeswax rings are very hard to find. They are almost always paraffin now.
@@CountryLivingExperience good to know, thanks. will get a small block of beeswax along with the toilet wax then. keep up the good videos
Man, cut it short! You could talk pulling a nose hair into an hour lecture!!! Other than that, good video!
dmartelis65 haha 👍
A 20 minute video for simple recipe? Seriously?
DITTO
That must have been a gray nose hair I just got my wisdom at Peak
I think you just need to learn how to edit your videos and you'll be grand. Thanks for sharing!
Would that run if you was in the heat and really sweaty or is it stable
It hasn't so far. Been pretty stable.
Yep. You talk about ??? Nice idea on wax ring. Can't take how long it takes to tell...
May I ask recipe
I was just thinking Hair Dryer thanks Chris
Cool
Hi there! I am a school teacher, and I have always wanted to teach my students a traditional waterproofing method. Your video is perfect. However, in colonial times, people did not have hairdryers. Will the wax and linseed oil soak in just as well. If I do this project I’m a very hot summer day? Thanks again.
You're welcome.
Without the hairdryer, it may be a bit more uneven but will dry nonetheless.
I think your other question got cut off. I do not understand what you are asking.
Great vid! Thank you for sharing. You really explained things that others did not. BTW how long does the waterproofing last. Oh and I heard its fire proof or flame resistant. Is that true?
Thank you. The length of time really depends on how much you use the item that you apply it to. If it is on an everyday jacket and you are doing strenuous work, then it may last 6 months. Less involved work and worn occasionally, couple years maybe. It all depends.
It is not true that this is flame resistant. Since linseed oil is flammable, it will catch fire.
Whoa! I guess I'll put down the lighter then.LOL Thanks for the quick response! Can't wait to see your other videos!
Dumb question, but I'll ask anyway just in case anyone else was wondering as well; does the waterproofed item(pants, shirt, hat,etc...) get dirty and if so how do you wash/clean it.
Oh and I wonder why so many people also add other stuff like turpentine? Thanks again!
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Breeze700 linseed oil dry is not flammable I wouldn't worry about it.
bees wax is alway flammable.. bees wax+fabric= candle
nice vid
Thanks
More exciting than this? No way!
I hate to be the bearer of bad news. but wax ring toilet gaskets are no longer made from bees wax. They haven't been for something like 50 years. They are made from vegetable and petroleum waxes, with polyurethane additives. I guess the rings worked for you but they are not bees wax...
This is an old comment but bees wax is extremely expensive. Has a health-oriented and awesome product such as bees wax actually been used ro seal toilets years ago??