grain

  1. decibel

    Table top grain direction / end grain

    OK I'm FINALLY getting around to using some wood and building something. The table top I'm looking at creating a table top this about 53" X 34". So my question is while gluing up the table top I was going to use boards 53+ inches long but I'm that is difficult with the wood I have as I can't...
  2. PChristy

    End grain glue up problem

    Has anyone glued anything up like this and turned it? Earl, I know that you do the segmented turns but I don't know if it would be the same - I have noticed that after I turn it and finish sanding it everything is smooth - but after I have put the BLO and clear on it I notice that the...
  3. CrealBilly

    attach trim cross grain?

    How do I attach trim cross grain? glue the mitered corners and hold it up with trim nails? Is there another way? Thanks
  4. jimwill48

    Made a New Tool - Shear Scraper,End Grain Hollowing or some such thing

    New tool I made today. its a Shear Scraper,End Grain Hollowing or some such thing. :roll: It has a 1/2" by 12" tool steel shaft, the tip is a Sorby Internal Round Scraper/Cutter and a Walnut Tool Handle James
    • jimwill48
    • Thread
    • end grain hollowing made scraper shear thing tool
    • Replies: 11
    • Forum: Woodturning
  5. CrealBilly

    Attaching trim cross grain?

    I'm working on a bookcase and want to wrap the bottom with a 1x4 across the front and sides. I tongued the front edge of the bottom shelf and grooved the back side of the 1x4's so it fits flush with the front edge of lower shelf some glue and clamps will care of the front. But for the sides...
  6. Glennbear

    End grain joints ?

    I recently acquired some nice kiln dried S4S oak of varying widths but most of it is less than 24" long. I could use some of this in upcoming projects but ideally I would like to make some longer lengths. I know that molding manufacturers amongst others use finger joints but is there another way...
  7. Kalai

    How to deal with torn end grain

    Hi everyone, this is in response to a question from DaveO about torn end grain in bowls.:icon_scra The best way to take care of torn end grain is tools and technique, and of course certain woods carve better than others and will give you more, or less torn end grain. :eusa_dancA good example of...
  8. rhett

    table top grain ???

    I am finishing up a dining room set and have come to the table top. In the past I have always ran the boards down the length of the table and occasionally I slap a breadboard on the end. The cherry I am using was given to me by the client. I would not use it, but it has sentimental value to her...
  9. 4x24x36_Butch_Block

    4x24x36_Butch_Block

    4 x 24 x 36 Hard Maple End Grain Butch Block
    • toolman
    • Media item
    • block butch end grain
    • Comments: 0
    • Category: Project entries
  10. F

    best grain

    Does anyone know the way to cut a branch "y" in a tree to get the best grain. The tree is a walnut. I dont know if I take off the front and back of the "y" or slice down the sides. Help please
  11. S

    Wenge grain filler and finish

    I am working on a project using Wenge and Zebrawood. since Wenge has an open grain, what can I use as a grain filler that has no effect on the color or grain pattern. Also, any suggestions for a clear finish that has no effect on the color? Do the same products apply to Zebrawood? I want to...
    • skeeter
    • Thread
    • filler finish grain wenge
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Finishing
  12. S

    Grain Filler

    I have some red oak that has been air dried and outside for several years. I moved it into my shop about 6 month ago to get it ready to use when I had time. I've gotten it ready to use on a coffee table with some hickory. The problem I have with the RO is it has a very open grain. What would I...
  13. cskipper

    What direction should the grain go?

    When cutting a cross out of 1/8th or 1/4" hardwood, what direction should the grain run? If it runs in the direction of the "arms" then length of the cross is at risk of breaking along the grain and visa versa. I do not want to piece together the wood first to allow for the grain change.
  14. DaveO

    Grain filler question

    I am begining to wonder if I might have not got the right stuff :icon_scra:icon_scra I picked up some Behlen Water Based Grain Filler today with the intentions of using it on some Walnut. I got the neutral as that was all that I saw available. I am not planning on staining just topcoating with...
    • DaveO
    • Thread
    • filler grain question
    • Replies: 18
    • Forum: Finishing
  15. Larry Rose

    Cross grain problem?

    LOML wants a demilune table for the den. I have decided to try a sunburst effect on the top. The top will be roughly 48in long and 18in at the widest. I plan to band the top with 2in wide walnut using half laps then sawing the curve. The band at the back will ofcourse be straight. I want to do...
  16. M

    How Do You Hollow End Grain?

    Hi to all, Being new to bowl turning, I was wondering what chisels you have used, and which you prefer, for hollowing end grain? Any advice would be appreciated. Al
  17. NZAPP1

    Turning a natural edge end grain bowl

    I found this article and thought I would share it. http://www.woodturnerscatalog.com/email/pdf/end_grain_bowl.pdf
    • NZAPP1
    • Thread
    • bowl edge end grain natural turning
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Woodturning
  18. box front

    box front

    Box front; the sides and frame of the top are made from one continuous piece of lumber so that the grain matches all the way around.
    • Dusty Sawyer
    • Media item
    • box grain
    • Comments: 0
    • Album: Final Resting Place
  19. Matt

    End Grain Question

    Not sure if this should go here or in "Finishing", anyway here goes: What do you do to get a bowl (or other turned object) to finish evenly? I have been using either Waterlox or Danish Oil on the bowls I have turned thus far and always get massive absorption of finish in a couple spots...
    • Matt
    • Thread
    • end grain question
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: Woodturning
  20. DaveO

    End grain chopping block?????

    I got some mistery "scrap" wood yesterday from a very generous member. I made this chopping block out of it. Any idea as to what kind of wood it might be? It is very hard, chips out pretty easy, heavy, kinda olive-green in color, no distinct or unique smell. And another question, what else...

Premier Sponsors

Contact for your financial processing needs!

Our Sponsors

LATEST FOR SALE LISTINGS

Top