Refinishing a Woodstove

I think that for projects like refinishing a wood stove it is best to do it in the summer, when you don't need to use your woodstove right away.


The Williams Stove Polish and the Rutland Stove Polish Paste are the two wood stove polishes that I like. 

Below I will tell you a little more about each one:

Williams Stove Polish
The Williams brand of stove polish has been around for over 90 years. The polish leaves a lustrous black finish on unpainted cast iron and steel. This polish is odorless and does not contain any waxes, smelly harsh solvents, or flammable materials. It is easy to apply to your woodstove. All you have to do is wait until your stove is dry and cool. Buff the surface until you bring back the shine. This stove polish also protects from rust and oxidation. (Polish contains only graphite & carbon).

Rutland Stove Polish Paste
This wood burning stove polish renews and protects any cast iron surface. Do not use it on painted cast iron. I use this polish paste on all of my unpainted outdoor cast iron. The difference between the Williams and Rutland is that Rutland’s Polish is combined with three different waxes in a water based emulsion, but it’s also a non-toxic, and is non-flammable.

Please note: Stove Polish restores finish only on unpainted steel and cast iron. If you have other antiques saved and lying around, and you would like to know what else you can spruce up, then I have a list for you: Coal Stoves, Barbecue Grills, Iron Pots and Cast Iron Kettles. (Helps restore and prevent deterioration of these cast iron surfaces). Also great for Gas and Oil Stoves, Fireplaces, and Iron Screens.

Safety Tips:· While in storage, keep Stove Polish in a container in a cool well ventilated area. · KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.· Wear latex gloves, while applying.· Make sure you are able to open a door or window, to well ventilate the room where your stove is in.

Directions:
If you can, wait for a pretty day where you can open up a door or window. 

1. First you will need some latex gloves, so you will not have black all over your hands. 
2. It’s important to use a good quantity paint brush when applying to your wood stove, then wipe off any excess with a clean lint free cloth. 
You may have to use several applications, after the polish has dried, you can hand buff your wood stove and you will have created, a beautiful restored cast iron stove, with a brilliant shine.