| MAKE YOUR OWN FURNITURE POLISH This is a gentle polish, excellent for antique furniture and wood floors. It does contain turpentine which is highly flammable and I suggest making it outside if you have a hot plate or something to supply a controllable heat source. � pt. Water Handful of lavender flowers Bring to a boil, remove from heat and let it infuse for an hour. Strain. Reheat the above mix, ad 2 oz (about 1/3 cup) shredded pure soap. Stir until soap is melted. Remove from heat and let it sit until it is lukewarm. Melt 4 oz (1/2 C.) beeswax in 1 pint of turpentine in a double boiler. NOT over direct heat. Be VERY careful this is highly flammable. Add soap mixture to the beeswax/turpentine. Beat until creamy and add a few drops of lavender oil before pouring into small jars or pots. Instead of lavender you can substitute rosemary or dried citrus peel for scent. |