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At the exact moment Wilbur and Orville Wright were struggling to keep their new invention in the air over Kitty Hawk, NC, Arthur B. Harrison was at work in New York City testing his new waterproofing and damp-resistant materials to see if they would keep the air's moisture out of homes and buildings. In 1904, Arthur B. Harrison persuaded his employer at Clifford I. Miller Company, a plaster manufacturer, that a plant producing his materials could be a profitable venture. Mr. Miller agreed, though little realizing that someday Mr. Harrison's enterprise would produce the Rolls Royce of wood finishing products. In 1910, Mr. Harrison purchased the Miller interests, and four years later he incorporated his business under the name Minwax. (more)

At Minwax®, we pride ourselves not only in making outstanding products, but also in our commitment to supporting and promoting good works in communities around the country. Proud as we are of our involvement in charitable projects, we are positively wowed by some of the good done by YOU - our customers.
Please join us in admiring the dedication and outstanding work of the craftspeople who have used their hands and hearts to improve their communities and "Do Good With Wood".
The Minwax® manufacturing site in Flora, IL was the scene for a segment of the PBS TV series This Old House®.