Product Guide

Everything You Need to Know

Simple care, clean ingredients, and a finish made for real wood.

01 What it restores

Wood Balm No. 524 is made to bring warmth, depth, and natural luster back to real wood. Use it on dry, dull, tired-looking wood surfaces that need conditioning, polishing, and protection.
It works especially well on furniture, cabinets, cutting boards, butcher blocks, antiques, wood decor, and everyday pieces that have lost some of their richness over time.
It will not cover damage like paint or stain. Instead, it helps revive the natural character of the wood you already have.

02 How to use the balm

Start with clean, dry wood. Apply a small amount of balm with a soft cloth or palm wax brush, working it into the surface in the direction of the grain.
Let it absorb for a few minutes, then buff away any excess with a clean cloth. A little goes a long way — start small and add more only where the wood needs it.
For best results, use on unfinished, oiled, waxed, or naturally worn wood surfaces. Always test in a small hidden area first, especially on antiques or delicate finishes.

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03 When the brush helps

You can absolutely apply No. 524 with a soft cloth. The balm was made to be simple and practical for everyday wood care.
The palm wax brush is helpful when you want more control, more even coverage, or easier application on detailed wood surfaces. It works especially well on furniture edges, carved details, cabinets, chair legs, textured grain, and larger pieces where a cloth can feel less precise.
Choose a balm-only pack if you already have what you need. Choose a kit if you want the balm and brush together for a cleaner, more controlled application experience.

04 Compare your options

Choose the option that best fits your wood care routine.
1-Pack is best for getting started, trying No. 524 for the first time, or caring for a few favorite pieces.
2-Pack is a practical stock-up option for regular household use and multiple wood surfaces.
3-Pack is the best balm value if you care for wood often, have several pieces to maintain, or want extra jars on hand.
Home Care Kit includes two jars of balm plus the palm wax brush — a strong choice for most homes and regular wood care routines.
Whole Home Kit includes three jars of balm plus the brush — the most complete option for larger homes, frequent use, gifting, or keeping No. 524 ready whenever your wood needs attention.

05 What it’s made with

Wood Balm No. 524 is handmade in small batches with simple, certified organic ingredients: flaxseed oil, beeswax, and orange oil.
Flaxseed oil helps condition the wood. Beeswax helps add a soft protective finish. Orange oil gives the balm its clean, natural scent and helps support smooth application.
There are no synthetic fragrances, petroleum-based ingredients, or fillers — just a thoughtful formula made to care for real wood.

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06 Where to use it

Use No. 524 on real wood pieces throughout your home, including furniture, cabinets, cutting boards, butcher blocks, wooden bowls, antiques, shelves, doors, trim, and decor.
It is especially useful anywhere wood looks dry, faded, or dull from everyday use.
Do not use it on painted surfaces, floors, sealed high-gloss finishes, or surfaces where added oil or wax is not recommended. When in doubt, test a small hidden area first.

Customer Result

Real Results on Real Wood

Watch a real customer bring warmth and richness to a worn wood table with No. 524.

Before Dry, dull wood before application.
After Restored warmth and luster after using No. 524.
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Better Application

Want More Control? Add the Palm Wax Brush

No. 524 works beautifully with a soft cloth. The palm wax brush simply gives you more control, smoother coverage, and easier application on detailed wood.

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Choose a balm-only pack if you already have what you need for application.

Choose the Home Care Kit or Whole Home Kit if you want the balm and brush together. Or add the brush on its own if you already have No. 524 and want a cleaner, more controlled application experience.

Included with the Home Care Kit and Whole Home Kit.

Questions

Common Questions

A few helpful details before you bring your wood back to life.

How long does one jar last?

One 8 oz jar typically treats 8–12 pieces and can last 6–12 months for a typical household, depending on how often you use it and the size of the pieces you’re caring for.

Can I use it on cutting boards and kitchen wood?

Yes. No. 524 is made with food-safe ingredients and is a good fit for cutting boards, butcher blocks, wooden utensils, and other kitchen wood surfaces.

Will it remove scratches, stains, or water rings?

No. 524 helps restore moisture, richness, and luster to dry wood, but it is not a repair filler, stain remover, or repair product. Deep scratches, water rings, and damaged finishes may need sanding or repair first.

Is it safe around kids and pets?

Yes. Once applied, allowed to absorb, and buffed clean, No. 524 is designed for everyday wood surfaces around the home.
As with any wood care product, wipe away excess before use and keep the glass jar out of reach of children and pets to prevent breakage or accidental ingestion.

How often should I reapply it?

Reapply whenever the wood begins to look dry or dull. High-use surfaces may need more frequent care, while decorative pieces may only need occasional touch-ups.

Do I need the brush?

No. A soft cloth works beautifully. The brush simply gives you more control and even coverage, especially on larger surfaces, textured wood, carved details, and edges.

Customer Reviews

Loved by People Who Care for Real Wood

Read real reviews from customers using Wood Balm No. 524 on furniture, cutting boards, cabinets, antiques, and everyday wood pieces.

Reviews may include experiences with single jars, multipacks, and kits containing Wood Balm No. 524.

Customer Reviews

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Kristen coulson
So good!

I love using this product when I refinish furniture, specially inside drawers where the wood seems the driest! I also have used it in other various wood surfaces around my house and it quenches it and makes it look and smell fabulous!

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Haneen Yahya
Small Jar, Big Results

I’ve been using this wood balm regularly and I’m honestly impressed. A little goes a long way, and it really brings dry, tired wood back to life without leaving a heavy or greasy finish. I love how easy it is to apply—and how it enhances the natural look of the wood instead of masking it.

It’s become one of my go-to products, especially for refreshing drawer interiors and smaller details that people usually overlook. Definitely a staple in my workflow now. Highly recommend!

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Anonymous
Renews furniture beautifully

Renews furniture beautifully.
I use on my 50!yr old buffet. It looks so refreshed. Thank you.

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DEB FARAGI SWEET
Product is very nice to use

Product is very nice to use. Customer service is exemplary. It may not work on my water ring,gave my natural teak table a refresh.

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Anonymous
I like the product

I like the product. - effective with quality ingredients.

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