Turning Logs Into Bowl Blanks
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- Опубликовано: 19 окт 2024
- This is just a little video of how I prep blanks to be made into bowls later on. My preference is to turn the bowls on the lathe soon after cutting the blanks out of the log, but I didn't have time to do that right then. Instead, I did what I could to ensure I end up with a blank that has as few cracks as possible when I go to use it.
Just so you know, for every person who preps blanks like these, there's a different process. This is just the way I do it.
To prep these blanks, I did two main things. The first was to make sure I cut the pith (center) out of each blank. While I'm at it, I'll also cut a flat on the outside of each blank to make it easier to cut it into a circle on the band saw. The second thing I'll do is seal the ends with something. A popular option is to use some type of wax emulsion sealer, often referred to as "end seal", but it will go by other names and other brands. I've also used paint and wood glue with excellent results. Since the ends will dry faster than the centers, they will shrink and crack. Sealing the ends slows the drying process, and the entire piece has a better chance to dry uniformly. Regardless of what I use, I always make sure I have two good coats on the ends.
A little side project here is cutting the centers out of the slabs that were left after I cut the blanks. I'll seal these fine little chunks of lumber and use these thick pieces in other small projects.
Although this method is popular, it's not a perfect system. Results can change if there's a knot or other defect that will cause the wood to dry unevenly. I've had very good results with this method in the past, and it fits in with the time I can dedicate to the task.
That being said, I've had very good results with a number of different methods, and a little research will find you the best way to do this for yourself. Enjoy the task, do what you can to maximize your success, and remember to work within your abilities.
Thanks for watching! --Mike
Good morning Mike. Learned a few things this morning. I didn't know it was a good idea to also apply the sealer to the sides for a couple of inches. Thanks! Cheers!
Hi Gord! It's what I was taught to do by the "Old Guys" I hang around, so if it's good enough for them, then it's plenty good for me too. I felt like it was especially important for the birch because of its high moisture content, and I know that the moisture difference between the ends and center would be significant if left untreated. I've also never worked with birch before, so I was doing what I could to maximize my success. I have high hopes for them though! Take care! --Mike
Good day Sir, great chainsaw skill and tricks about avoiding cracks at the end !!! 👍Nice puppy dog Sir !!! See you in 2-3 years from now 😜🤣 Keep up the good works Sir, I did watch all you video's ! Cheers !!
Thank you Sir! I appreciate it. Yes, 2-3 years is about how long it will be before I get around to using these. Good thing we woodworkers are a patient bunch!
@@21mph12 LOL and very good for panning things a head too !!!👍
Hey man.... I was wondering who was robbing the wood pile .... I was planning on burning that next winter to keep warm !!! LOL.
Aw heck, we'll just have to wear an extra pair of socks that day.
Sir, you have a very bad plan !!! Not good !!! LOL
RCAFpolarexpress Dave, do you see the things I have to deal with ...?? LOL.
Hi Mike I actually had a question about the stairs you made for arsenic and old lace. The comments are turned off so I am trying to contact you through another video. Can you message me please? Thanks!!