Black Bowls, cheers Woody.

[Weasel Howlett]

Inspired by WoodyTurner's wire wool and vinegar post I went out and had a go myself. This technique is amazing and I am pretty sure I'm going to make a whole black series of things now, cheers Woody

 

[EnErY]

They certainly look effective well tuned and beautifully finished i like the way the grain shows thro the ebonizing it marks my card for certain well done =D> =D> =D> =D>
Regards
Bill

 

[remulo]

a good job, what kind of wood did you use?

 

[Weasel Howlett]

a good job, what kind of wood did you use?

It's oak as this is what Woody had used in conjunction with the vinegar and wire wool, although apparently the technique will work with any wood with high tannin levels (whatever they may be).

 

[woodyturner]

Well done Weasel they look fantastic in every sense of the word a very good design and very well executed the shape and color are so pleasing to the eye go to the top of the class

 

[henton49er]

Good looking work, Weasel.

What is the finish after the vinegar treatment?

 

[stevenw1963]

lovely bowls - really nicely turned & finished

 

[Weasel Howlett]

Thanks so much for the kind words. I've done a lot of turning in the last week and im really enjoying finding what works. This vinegar method is great fun and I can't wait to get a load more oak blaks

What is the finish after the vinegar treatment?

My finish of choice... Briwax. I just love the shine it gives. I need to experiment with other finishes really but I find this or tung oil suit most of my needs.