Woodworker's Journal 1983-7-5, страница 6
Letters RECORD QUALITY AT GREAT PRICES., On several occasions I've come across the term "spalted wood". Unable to find the word spalted in my dictionary, i wonder if you could explain its meaning? Malcolm J. Beaumont, Gainesville. Fl When wood is exposed to an environment that s warm and moist, it is likely to be invaded by fungus. Given time, this fungus will attack the wood to the point where it will begin to rot. Ultimately, the wood will completely disintegrate. However, if the wood is dried out early enough in the process, the decay will be halted. When certain types of fungus attack some woods, the decaying wood will show an extensive network of black or brown lines. These lines form an endless variety of intricate patterns, and woodworkers have come to learn that these patterns can be unusually beautiful. Wood that hus these patterns is called spalted. With spalted wood, the tnck is to catch it at the right time. Usually, the right time is when the decay process is far enough along to produce the patterns. but before the wood begins to When gluing inlaid edging (see Special Techniques column, page 26, July/August 1983 issue), rubber bands can provide a simple clamping method which works well. The V* in. wide, 2Vi-Z in. long bands are ideal for objects up to about 6 inches in cross-section or diameter. They are much less cumbersome than band clamps and apply pressure better than tape. Pressure can be increased by wrapping more rubber bands around the box. They are also excellent for gluing small segmented rings and other irregular objects. Michael R. Herzog, Rochester, NY I'm looking for a source for a toxic-free finish for salad bowls and cutting boards. Can you help? Clarence Ruokangas, Vista, Calif. Woodcraft Supply Corp., 41 Atlantic Ave., Woburn, MA 01888 carries a product called Salad Bowl Finish. It's approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for use on items that (continued on next page) get soft. Not all wood species produce spalted patterns. It's most likely to be found in maple, birch, and the fruitwoods such as apple and cherry. Spalted Maple
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