What is Jewellery Wax Casting?
Wax casting, often known as the lost wax process, is one of the oldest and most trusted methods in professional jewellery making. A wax model of the design is created, encased in ceramic investment, and then melted away during burnout to leave a perfect cavity for molten metal.
This simple principle has stood the test of time because it works — capturing fine detail and allowing almost limitless creativity. At Weston Beamor, we pioneered lost wax casting and we’ve spent decades refining this process, combining traditional skill with modern technology to meet the demands of today’s customer.
Ways to Create Wax Models
Hand-Carved Waxes
Valued for their artistry and creative freedom, hand-carved waxes allow truly bespoke, one-off designs to take shape. For retailers, designers, and both on- and offline brands, they offer a way to meet unique customer requests with precision and confidence.
CAD to Wax Jewellery
CAD modelling creates digital files that can be turned into printed wax models. The result is accuracy and repeatability — ideal if you’re developing new ranges, building bespoke commissions, or running a brand that needs to deliver custom pieces consistently.
3D-Printed Resin & Wax
Our enhanced 3D printing technology allows us to create both highly detailed waxes and resins at speed. For businesses, this means faster prototyping, tactile customer samples that build confidence, shorter lead times, and the ability to trial designs before committing to precious metals.
Waxes from Moulds
For repeat collections or production runs, waxes can also be taken from silicone or rubber moulds. This ensures consistency across multiple castings, reduces costs for established designs, and gives brands a reliable way to reproduce bestsellers without needing to recreate each model from scratch.
The Wax Casting Process
Most jewellers know the lost wax process well, but its success lies in the detail. From the way a wax is prepared to the exact conditions of burnout, every stage has an impact on the final casting.
- Model Preparation – Whether hand-carved, or 3D printed, every wax is assessed to ensure it will translate cleanly into metal.
- Spruing – Models are positioned with care to create an even flow of metal, reducing porosity and ensuring a clean finish.
- Investment – Fine ceramic investment captures the smallest detail; vacuum or centrifugal processing eliminates air pockets that could compromise results.
- Burnout – Temperature profiles are tightly controlled so wax is removed without residue, leaving a perfect cavity.
- Casting – Each flask is cast under precise conditions, with metals matched to the wax and the design for the best outcome.
At Weston Beamor, we solve the challenges that so often compromise results — eliminating porosity, distortion, and incomplete fills — so that the precision of the wax is faithfully carried through to the finished piece.
Get in touchQuality Wax Casting
Wax casting sits quietly at the centre of jewellery making, but its impact runs deep. A well-prepared wax model allows complex details to be realised faithfully, whether they’re hand-carved flourishes on a bespoke ring or the repeatable patterns of a new collection.
For designers, it means greater freedom to experiment; for retailers, it’s the reassurance that one-off customer requests can be translated into finished pieces without guesswork.
For brands, the real strength lies in consistency. Wax models make it possible to reproduce designs across a whole range, ensuring that every item reflects the original vision with accuracy. At the same time, wax provides a cost-effective way to prototype and refine — helping avoid costly reworks later in the process.
The result is jewellery that moves smoothly from idea to finished piece, with fewer compromises, fewer surprises, and a level of control that benefits both businesses and their customers.
Wax Casting at Weston Beamor
As pioneers of lost wax casting, we’ve built a service that supports the full spectrum of the trade.
Our team includes skilled mould makers, CAD designers, and 3D printing specialists alongside our expert casting staff, ensuring we can work with whatever form your designs take.
- If you’re supplying hand-carved wax models, we’ll treat them with the care they deserve, creating master moulds where needed.
- If you’re providing or working with us on CAD files, our team will produce clean, accurate waxes ready for casting.
- If you need rapid prototyping, our 3D printers deliver models, with exceptional finishes, that capture fine detail and shorten development cycles.
- If you’re producing repeat collections, waxes from moulds ensure consistency across every piece.
Through our secure Portal, customers can upload CAD models, manage their wax mould libraries, and reorder with ease — giving brands and retailers the flexibility to repeat collections with confidence.
Get in touchSustainability in Wax Casting
Sustainability extends across our business, including the way we handle wax. Sprues and unused material are recycled wherever possible, reducing waste. CAD and 3D printing minimise errors, creating models that are accurate from the start. For our customers, it means efficient use of resources and the reassurance that their jewellery has been made responsibly from the earliest stage.
Why Choose Weston Beamor for Wax Casting?
For over seven decades, Weston Beamor has been trusted by jewellers across the UK to turn ideas into reality. Our reputation rests not only on technical skill, but on the relationships we’ve built with the people we work with.
- Experience that counts – decades of expertise in lost wax casting
- Expertise in every method – from hand-carved waxes to CAD, moulds, and 3D-printed resins.
- A complete service – wax creation through to metal casting, finishing, and hallmarking.
- Craft and technology – we combine the carefully honed skill of our team with modern tools and technology for the best results.
- A responsible approach – minimising waste, recycling wax, and supporting sustainable practices.
- Flexibility – one-off wax models through to large-scale production runs.
Choosing Weston Beamor means working with a partner who understands both the technical demands of wax casting and the commercial needs of your business.
Ready to Start Your Next Project?
Every successful casting begins with wax. Whether you’re a retailer needing a bespoke commission, a designer prototyping a collection, or a brand preparing for production, Weston Beamor is here to support you with expertise, care, and consistency. Contact our team today to explore how our wax casting services can bring your next design to life.
Get in touchWax Casting FAQ’s
What wax is used for jewellery casting?
Specialist jewellery casting waxes are used to capture fine detail while ensuring clean burnout, leaving no residue in the mould.
Can you cast jewellery directly from my wax model?
Yes — we regularly work with hand-carved or customer-supplied waxes, handling them carefully throughout the process. Plus we also support with mould creation for master pieces too.
How detailed can a wax cast be?
Waxes capture intricate textures and fine details, which are carried through into the final metal.
Can wax casting be used for both prototypes and production?
Absolutely. Wax models are equally effective for testing one-off designs and for creating multiples in larger production runs.
How does wax casting fit with precious metal casting?
Wax models are the foundation of lost wax casting. Once the wax has been invested and burned out, it creates the mould used for casting in precious metals.
Weston Beamor has been casting precious metals since 1947. Working with a broad spectrum of customers for nearly 80 years has made Weston Beamor one of the most respected and trusted names in the jewellery industry.
