How to Waterproof Matches

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Coupled with a cheap fire starter, waterproof matches can almost guarantee you fire in many situations. There are numerous ways of waterproofing matches, the simplest way is just buying waterproof matches to begin with. But in a pinch, waterproof matches aren't always available where as any old book of matches can be found in virtually any convient store.

  • Dip your matches in melted paraffin wax
  • Coat matches in nail polish (the way I usually do it) be sure to seal the entire match!

Store matches in a 35mm film container, and glue a small piece of sandpaper in the cap (or just keep a piece in the film container) to help start the matches.

Store matches in a 35mm film container