[Woodcarver] wood questions CHAT

[Merrilee Johnson]

Good morning Maura!

   I was wondering if soaking it in water would help.  Because its so long I wasn't sure if it would be a good idea or not.  I might just set it outside now since its raining!  I'm not sure what I think would happen if I soaked it or not but I really like how its going and haven't gotten to the point of wanting to start over yet.  Thanks for your thoughts!  See ya at Cherry Ridge!

Merrilee
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Dry is one thing, crumbly is another.  You can spray it with 50/50 water/alcohol.  I have also soaked wood for a few minutes in the kitchen sink.  Just enough to penetrate into the top layers.  I don't know if anything will help "crumbly" except for getting a new piece of fresh basswood.
 

Maura
www.Carvinginnyc.com

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