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12/04/2024
Blue Tape: Epoxy Prep
This method seems to get some hate but Ive had very fews issues with it and can almost guarantee no leaks for odd shapes.
If you want to build custom molds for pieces please do but this saves that time and resources. If you do choose to go that route I recommend vinyl floor trim with a release agent.
-I work with a lot of reclaimed wood it seems, some pieces are rotted, bug and nail holes galore and you dont always find the outlet, especially with bug holes. Ive had my fair share of spill outs in lieu of.
-I usually seal the wood with something basic like clear acrylic krylon to help prevent color bleed. Put a small dab of super glue in the larger holes. Let the paint dry.
-Wrap your piece up and get to pouring your resin.
-Let it cure the full 3-5days, peel the tape back off, use a heat gun on some of the stubborn spots if need be.
You really shouldnt be worried about bonded/stuck tape. This is the rough and youre going to be sanding it again anyways so why does it really matter?
Once this side is done you should be able to pour as normally for the other without the fear of waste and hassle of a hole you didnt know about.
12/03/2024
The old man in the woods.
Picasso, raw form, all natural
12/01/2024
Dont forget the coasters😉
Everyones out there doing bandsaw reindeer and Im just kinda over here like.....👀
09/13/2024
Box number 1 is mass produced. Goes for about $90 per GoogleLense.
Box number 2 is a WIP, one of kind, probably going around $120 if all the bells and whistles are added.
Choose wisely.
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Was about to put a final finish on this only to find gaps/open sanding marks between the bark edge.
A foam brush pushed into the cracks worked most excellent to set the path for a flood coat to run and ensure complete coverage.
09/08/2024
On a fly these 2 have found walls to call home and a custom has been requested☺️
08/29/2024
2 down and 10 to go.
Playing with some different router bits.
Still got a bit of clean up and want to add some pyro accent.
Challenges:
-This wood dried too fast(I still got 3 more inside😑) Out of a 5x1 slab I was fortunate this is what usable stock i got. It split 3 times on me in the worst ways. Ill use the smaller pieces for something else eventually or give them to friend for pen blanks. Either way, itll get used somehow.
-Every blade and bit just wanted to burn, i still need to sand some of it out. Im tempted to torch finish it.
-Tear out. Sometimes theres just not much to about it other than a chisel.
This was one to "trust the process". A few mistakes, but overall, alright. One day I might just remember to turn my dowels😅 Not a single screw or nail was used in this, but it also showed a was about 1/8" off center and I need new drill bits.
08/18/2024
Been about 2 months since I was last in the wood shop.
We recently did some plumbing updates and gutted the pipes we were using as a hanger.
What a perfect op to get in a lil practice with some scrap for something bigger.
05/30/2024
The test piece is finally ready and prepped.
Lets see what happens with .
1st thing first: You HAVE to work fast. There is a 15min work time. Thats it, this includes rolling it back out. It started setting up on me while mixing the water in. Do not over roll this or it will delaminate. Have your second roller prepped and ready.
2: There is a slight texture look, this is what I was forewarned about watching 3rd party vids, all other complaints so far seem operator error.
3: Delint the rollers. Honestly this is something I had never thought about before but after seeing the blue tape after it is now a requisite.
05/14/2024
New toys to play with.
Mixed reviews on the vs the but it is a world of difference in noise and control and Im here for it.
Rough etch done. Still working on getting vid set back up but i may have something after some editing.
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Four13 Woodworks specializes in custom engraved cutting boards, along with decorative signs