I just finished rough turning a Holly end grain hollow form. I did not seal thinking it was unnecessary. I place in a cardboard box for drying. Is this the correct action? Is final turning decision based on weight and moisture just like a bowl?
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Drying Holly end grain hollow form.
- Thread starter Barry Holman
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Wall thickness is a big factor in drying
My process is to turn to a wall thickness of about 3/16” thickness.
After turning I put the form in a box with the flaps closed
2nd day I leave one flap closed so 1/2 the top is opened
3rd day I ope all top
4th day take it out of the boy set on a shelf. It’s ready to sand and finish.
The box provides a humidity chamber that keeps the faster drying areas of the form from drying too fast.
Thicker wall will require more drying time and perhaps a different approach
My process is to turn to a wall thickness of about 3/16” thickness.
After turning I put the form in a box with the flaps closed
2nd day I leave one flap closed so 1/2 the top is opened
3rd day I ope all top
4th day take it out of the boy set on a shelf. It’s ready to sand and finish.
The box provides a humidity chamber that keeps the faster drying areas of the form from drying too fast.
Thicker wall will require more drying time and perhaps a different approach
john lucas
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If you leave it thick enough to re turn the extra precautions are needed. I seal all end grain areas and any sharp edges. Then put in a paper sack or box with the lid closed. I probably do more than is necessary but I would rather err on side of caution