

- With wax the degree to which it repels the paint depends on how much was applied. Some paint may collect in little drops on the surface of the wax, creating a textured effect rather than pure white.Photo © Marion Boddy-Evans. Licensed to About.com, Inc.

- Wax can be applied to unpainted, white paper or to dry paint.Photo © Marion Boddy-Evans. Licensed to About.com, Inc.

- A layer of wax can be applied over paint, but it must be dry.Photo © Marion Boddy-Evans. Licensed to About.com, Inc.