How to recycle surf wax

Your wax belongs on your board — not in the bin. The OBRTO Wax Stash isn't just a container; it's a tool for getting more out of every block. The heat-resistant, non-stick TPU material lets you recycle every last gram of surf wax, turning messy scraps back into a solid, usable puck.

The 60°C Refresh Method

Follow these steps to reset your wax and stop throwing away perfectly good grip.

Step 1: Collect

Gather your clean wax scraps and place them inside your Round, Square, or Rectangle Wax Stash. Fill it up — the more scraps you have, the thicker your new puck will be.

Step 2: Set the heat (60°C)

Preheat your oven to 60°C. This is the sweet spot — hot enough to melt all major brands (Sex Wax, Sticky Bumps, Sticky Johnson, Fu Wax) while keeping both the wax properties and your Stash perfectly safe.

⚠️ Important: Always place the Stash on a flat baking tray. Do not exceed 80°C.

Step 3: Melt

Slide the tray into the oven for 5–10 minutes. The scraps will liquefy into a single clean pool. The sealed walls of the Stash keep everything contained — no mess in your oven.

Step 4: Cool and set

Remove the tray and let it cool at room temperature, or pop it in the fridge for a few minutes to speed things up. The wax will bond into a solid, uniform block as it cools.

Step 5: Flex and pop

Once solid, give the flexible sides of the Stash a firm squeeze. The non-stick TPU breaks the seal instantly and your recycled puck pops straight out — ready for the next session.

Keep adding to it

The Wax Stash is built for continuous recycling. If you already have a half-used puck, just add new scraps on top and remelt. The fresh wax bonds perfectly to the existing base, so nothing goes to waste.

Safety and care

  • Clean scraps only — Make sure your leftovers are free of sand and hair for the best grip performance on your next session.
  • Never leave unattended — Keep an eye on your oven during the melt.
  • The freezer trick — If the wax is stubborn, pop the Stash in the freezer for 60 seconds. The TPU stays flexible while the wax contracts slightly, making it even easier to pop out.

Built in New Zealand. Made for the surf.