AMACO Rub 'N Buff 9-Color Sampler Set
Nine rich metallic shades in one box — Rub 'N Buff is the kind of craft supply that quietly becomes a household staple once you try it.
TL;DR Summary
Pros
- Nine distinct metallic shades cover a wide range of finishes and projects
- Wax formula is easy to apply by hand and works on wood, metal, plaster, resin, and more
- Highly concentrated — a small amount covers a surprising amount of surface area
- Better value than buying individual tubes if you work with multiple colors
- Long shelf life makes it a practical addition to any craft supply kit
Cons
- Small tube size can be limiting for large-scale or frequent projects
- Non-returnable due to hazmat shipping regulations, so buy with confidence
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Extended Observations
Nine rich metallic shades in one box — Rub 'N Buff is the kind of craft supply that quietly becomes a household staple once you try it.
If you've ever refinished a picture frame, updated a piece of furniture, or wanted to give a thrift store find some new life, Rub 'N Buff is probably already on your radar. This 12-tube, 9-color sampler from AMACO is the best way to get started — or to finally stop buying individual colors one at a time.
The color selection here is genuinely well thought out. You get Gold Leaf, Antique Gold, Grecian Gold, European Gold, and Autumn Gold — yes, five golds, but they're all meaningfully different. Add Silver Leaf, Pewter, Spanish Copper, and Ebony, and you have a palette that covers almost every metallic finish situation you'll run into. Whether you're going for warm and ornate or cool and industrial, something in this set will work.
Application is dead simple. A little goes on your fingertip or a soft cloth, you buff it into the surface, and the finish builds up fast. The wax formula means it dries to a nice sheen that you can buff to a higher shine or leave matte-ish depending on how much you work it. It adheres to wood, metal, plaster, resin, and more — which is part of why crafters and DIYers keep coming back to this stuff year after year.
On the value side, $49.85 for 12 tubes is reasonable if you'll actually use multiple colors. Each tube is small but concentrated — a little really does go a long way, so this set should last the average crafter quite a while. It's a smarter buy than grabbing three or four individual tubes at similar per-unit cost.
A couple of things worth knowing: the tubes are small, so if you're covering large surfaces regularly, you may burn through them faster than expected. And this set is listed as non-returnable due to hazmat shipping rules, which is standard for wax-based products but worth keeping in mind before you buy. Neither issue is a dealbreaker — just go in with eyes open.
Our Verdict
Nine rich metallic shades in one box — Rub 'N Buff is the kind of craft supply that quietly becomes a household staple once you try it.
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What customers are saying
10 reviewsI used this product to refresh my guest bathroom on a budget instead of replacing all the old brass fixtures. I applied the pewter shade to numerous items including faucets, hinges, light fixtures, an...
My mother relied on this product for restoring vintage picture frames as a business. It's straightforward to apply but demands careful handling since it bonds immediately upon contact. The multi-color...
Excellent value combined with high-quality materials.
At roughly $6 per individual tube, this set represents good value, but the package arrives without any guidance. While the pricing is fair, there's no visual reference distinguishing between Grecian G...
This collection is an exceptional bargain—individual tubes cost $5 elsewhere, making this set a tremendous value. A small amount stretches across multiple projects. I've applied it to customized toys,...
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