Can you use a glue gun for sealing wax?

Using a Glue Gun. Our 7mm sealing wax sticks are compatible with mini hot melt glue guns and work just like regular glue sticks. Allow the stamp to cool between each seal. After a few seals, the melted wax will heat up the brass plate, causing it to become too hot and stick to the wax.

Do you need a special glue gun for wax seals?

Wax seals are elegant, stately works of art, but you don’t need wax to make them. Glue sticks for glue guns work almost as well, and by using a glue gun, you have a way to make many wax seals at once. If you don’t have a glue gun, use a wax melting spoon to pour smooth, consistent seals.

Can you use a glue gun with sealing wax?

Our 7mm sealing wax sticks are compatible with mini hot melt glue guns and work just like regular glue sticks. To get started, follow these steps: Insert the 7mm wax sticks into a mini glue gun. Allow a couple of minutes for the glue gun to heat up. Rest the glue gun on a mat or sheet of foil to protect surfaces from dripping wax.

How big is a glue gun sealing stick?

Sealing Wax Sticks to fit any Standard Glue Gun – 4″ long – 0.42″ diameter (not Mini size!) Ideal for large projects, it is a snap to make a large amount of seals in a short period of time. The wax can easily be melted and dripped in quick fashion and makes a perfect impression every time. Overstock Sale 60% off! US$18.00

What do you need to know about sealing wax?

Depending on the ingredients used to make the wax, the format of the wax (hello glue gun sealing wax), and even the company you buy it from – you will end up with a different experience. We will go into more detail below on the specific questions to ask when shopping for your sealing wax.

When to use a low temp glue gun?

We see far too many instances of people heating the wax until it reaches boiling point! With a low-temp glue gun you avoid creating unnecessary bubbles and burnt patches. Secondly, and this is actually the most important. Notice the wait time between pressing the stamp into the wax and then finally lifting it back out.