The traditional wood polishing and preservative agent for hard-wearing surfaces with a silky gloss. The exudate of honeybees has been used since time immemorial for the care and conservation of wood surfaces and as a filler and adhesive. In its pure form, applied after being heated slightly (max. 70 °C), it penetrates raw wood surfaces well. Mixing with oil or alcohol can produce pasty or liquid polishes or cleaning solutions for furniture care.