bleaching bass wood carvings

[firewoodstudio]

I belong to the woodcarver list *and I have answered several Questions on bleaching bass wood. I have some showing on my site *[http//firewoodstudio.com/] .Have you thought about an article on bleaching bass wood. *the bleaching process is fairly easy. and I am willing to answer any questions on bleaching wood. *ed * : * * * * * * * * * * * * * email ed@firewoodstudio.com

[Bette]

I have to agree about bleaching basswood. *It is easy and gives a unique appearance. *I have bleached polar bears and plan to bleach more things. *The first time I saw carvings with this technique was at the Carving Rendezvous in Branson, 5-6 years ago. *I bought the bleach after seeing it, but didnt' get around to using it till last summer. *This was after experiencing its use in a Debbe Edward's class on a polar bear. *I wondered why I had waited so long to use it!
Bette

This sounds like a great idea. I'll put in our suggestions box/list to be considered for a future article.

Thanks for the input!

[Big_Sid]

What kind of bleach do you people use on basswood? How many coats?

[FatEddy]

Go to the paint/stain sectin of your local home center and look for wood bleach. Comes in two parts. Follow direcitons. Works good.

[Big_Sid]

Thanks. I will do that. I've been told it makes a better white than white paint. I will give it a try.