When used on open-grained wood such as oak, chestnut and ash, liming has a pleasing effect, but it’s not so good with pine. Interesting lime effects can be created on soft woods that may be colour-washed or stained before to achieve more of a contrast.Click to see full answer. Correspondingly, is Liming wax the same as white wax?You probably know that furniture wax usually comes in clear and brown wax. You can also buy white wax – often called Liming wax – a clear wax with an added white pigment that gives a white grained finish, white washed faded effect to your bare or stained wood or painted furniture.Similarly, can you lime wash wood? Start with Bare Wood Whether you use liming wax or paint, you need to strip any existing finish to get an effect that resembles authentic lime wash. If the piece is lacquered or varnished, remove the finish with furniture stripper, and then neutralize the stripper with water and let the wood dry thoroughly. Secondly, what is liming wax used for? Liming Wax is specially formulated to protect your finishes and give them a pop of sophistication. Use it to create a beautiful white-washed finish or to lighten vibrant paint colors into lighter tones and pastels.How do you seal Liming wax?Yes, you can use a lacquer. I do and it works fine. I usually seal mine with spray sanding sealer then buff with a coat of oil after wards. You can also put oil on top of the wax, but the oil can lift the wax a little, I find the sealer first followed by oil to be more durable.