Issue 534
Issue 534
Light My Fire
You know that I would be untrue, you know that I would be a liar — if I were to say to you that burning wood does not interest me. My last house was heated by burning wood. Recently, we had an article in the May/June issue of Woodworker’s Journal magazine on building a tabletop fire pit.
Our latest foray that introduces using fire as a technique in making a table is based on a Japanese process called Shou Sugi Ban. It is a way to “protect” wood from rot and bugs, basically by carbonizing the surface. (Can you think of anything better?) It is the cover project in the Woodworker’s Journal magazine July/August issue — on sale now — and you can get a look at the shou sugi ban burning process with a video here.
If you are interested, please listen carefully to the safety recommendations, and then … light it up!
Rob Johnstone, Woodworker’s Journal
Today's Woodworker
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A Trip to AAW Woodturning Symposium 2018
Woodworker’s Journal columnist Michael Dresdner recently attended the American Association of Woodturners’ annual Symposium. He shares his thoughts and impressions.
What's In Store
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Rockler Router Table Worktop
Removable MDF worktop with printed markings converts router table into a worktable quickly and easily or stores conveniently on included brackets.
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Mid-size Easy Micro Detailer®
Mid-sized detailing tool with maple handle and diamond-shaped, double-edged carbide insert.
Q & A
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Best Finish for Bookstore Shelves?
We want a finish for our spruce bookstore shelves that will keep them looking natural. Would an oil be the best way to go, or will it soak into the pages?
Reader's Project Gallery
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Canarywood & Padauk Jewelry Box
Reader Greg Little shares another of his shop creations, this time a lovely Canarywood jewelry box accented with a strip of Padauk on the top.
Feedback
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“Would You Rather?”: What a Reader Said
A reader weighs in on his woodworking “Would You Rather” choices.
More on the Web
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VIDEO: Turning Small Hollow Forms
Ernie Conover explains his process for spindle turning small hollow forms on a lathe. Hollow form vessels make great small gifts and home decorations.
