Temperatures (Melting and Flash Point)

Beeswax {click here for more on beeswax}

Melting point: 143º -149º

Flash point: 468º

Bloom is a result when beeswax is exposed
to cold or freezing temperatures. More-so 
when less and less hardener (damar, etc.)
is used; or particularly with straight beeswax.

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Candelilla {click here for more on candelilla}

Melting point: 155º -162º

Flash point: 465º

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Carnauba {click here for more on carnauba wax}

Melting point: 180º -187º

Flash point: 570º

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Microcrystalline

Melting point: 140º -205º

Flash point: 450º

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Paraffin

Melting point: 118º -165º

Flash point: 380º


Read, How to Make Encaustic Medium and Paint  for specifics on making your own paint. Also read Encaustic Safety Precautions, and Respirators for more on keeping you studio safe.