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Re: Residue on wax
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Pete Gentile <[log in to unmask]>
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Discussion of Bee Biology <[log in to unmask]>
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Mon, 18 Sep 1995 19:18:21 -0400
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On Sun, 17 Sep 1995, Ann Dougherty wrote:
 
> I've noticed a whitish, frosty residue on my bees wax products that makes
> them look very unattractive. It reminds me of powdery mildew that grows
> on many plants this time of year.  Any idea what this stuff is and how to
> remove it?
>
 
It's called "bloom" and its natural.  Heat your products with a hair dryer,
that should remove the frost.
 
Pete, NJ
 
 
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