How to Make Waterproof Matches
by Conor M in Outside > Survival
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How to Make Waterproof Matches
This instructable will show you how to make waterproof matches using a candle and non-waterproof matches.
What You Will Need
You will need:
A candle
Matches
Light the Candle
First, light the candle and wait for some wax to melt.
Blow the Candle Out
Now blow the candle out after there is enough molten wax to dip the match tip in.
Dip the Candles in the Wax
Next dip the tips of the matches in the molten wax. This will create a waterproof barrier against the water.
Let the Wax Set
Finally to make them fully waterproof let the wax set making sure they don't stick together.
How to Use
To use scrape the wax off the match and light it like normal.