Skate Wax & Grind Wax

The Purpose of Skate Wax

Skate wax, sometimes called curb wax or grind wax, is essential for ensuring your skateboard can slide and grind smoothly during tricks. Typically composed of paraffin, this wax lowers friction and smooths out surfaces, making moves like 50/50s and boardslides much simpler to execute.

Incorporating wax into your skating routine can greatly enhance your experience. By applying just a small amount, you can transform many rails, curbs, and ledges into skateable surfaces, thus broadening your skating opportunities.

Applying Skate Wax

You can put skateboard wax on the underside of your board and on surfaces intended for grinding and sliding. To use it, simply rub some wax onto the chosen surface as well as the bottom of your board.

The more wax you apply, the slipperier your board and the surface become. It is advisable to begin with a small quantity and test it. If the surface isn’t smooth enough, you can apply more. If wax isn’t available, another option to smooth out your deck is by installing Skateboard Deck Rails, which can help to minimize friction and extend the life of your board.

Interested in trying out tricks at home? Take a look at our selection of Skateboard Ramps and Grind Rails.