I bought some Montana Pitch Blend leather dressing to add to my arsenol of finishes that I'm experimenting with. I've read lots of information regarding this product and other beeswax finishes, but I'm still confused on a few points:
1. Can this be used alone as a finish? Or is it best used after an acrylic type sealer has been applied? (I've read a couple of posts where someone said that the wax finishes can be used alone, but only on "light use" items, so on to my next question...)
2. If used alone for "light use" items, what items are considered light use? So far I've been making wallets, chequebooks, belts, and keychains. I plan to make purses, book covers, and gun holsters in the future. Most of my items are tooled.
3. What types of stains, antiques, and dyes are better off sealed before using MPB or a wax finish to prevent the color from being lifted up? (I'm using water-based products for now, and will start experimenting with oil-based soon)
4. What sealants work the best with MPB, allowing the wax to penetrate the finish?
I'll definately be experimenting with scrap leather pieces. But if someone with experience using MPB and waxy finishes chimes in with their expertise, it would certainly save me time and be most appreciated!