Platter

[Paul Hannaby]

Here's a 23" diameter platter made from horse chestnut. The wood had some awesome figure, burr and a bit of spalting too so I did a close up photo too!
There's also a photo of the setup used to turn it - lathe set up for outboard turning with vacuum chuck attached.

 

[CHJ]

A change to see some attractive and useful Horse Chestnut, most that has come my way has been rather soft and spongy when dried.

 

[Dalboy]

Very nice indeed Paul love the figure in it. Nice to be able to turn something so big.

 

[gregmcateer]

That looks beautiful Paul.
I've got some buried away somewhere - will have to dig it out and see what's inside!
Hope you are all well
Greg

 

[PaulB]

Nice piece! When dealing with spalting, if its too soft harden it! I use either CA or Rotten Wood Hardener from Ronseal, sets like concrete and penetrates deeply. Turns easily too!

 

[stewart]

A lovely platter, Paul. Great to meet you and have a chat at UKIWS last weekend.

Best wishes