Forum topic by leonmcd | posted 12-13-2011 02:43 PM | 3646 views | 0 times favorited | 4 replies | ![]() |
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12-13-2011 02:43 PM |
Topic tags/keywords: basswood finish chip carving I want to apply a dark finish to a cylindrical basswood vase then chip carve a design on it. I want the contrast between the dark finish and the light basswood in the chip carving. What would be the best finish. Basswood seems very porous. Will it suck up the dark finish like a sponge. Thinking of using shellac to seal it first before applying the dark stain. -- Leon -- Houston, TX - " I create all my own designs and it looks like it " |
4 replies so far
#1 posted 12-13-2011 04:36 PM |
If you are going to be making a cylindrical vase, you will have to have some scrap pieces to make a square -- As ever, Gus-the 79 yr young apprentice carpenter |
#2 posted 12-15-2011 12:09 AM |
What about something like a gel stain.. or polyshades. Those seem to me like they would sit on the surface and not penetrate a whole lot -- Dan, Rochester, NY |
#3 posted 12-17-2011 01:29 AM |
Hi Leon, -- Marty, https://www.MyChipCarving.com, 866-444-6996 |
#4 posted 12-17-2011 03:21 AM |
Have you tried to scorch the basswood first? Might work out kinda’ neat. -- Website is https://craftingcouple.com/ |
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