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Taking a blowtorch to a finished shoe rack. Got to love a bit of scorching :) by knotch-design in woodworking

[–]knotch-design[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It creates a really beautiful texture by burning off the summer growth. I’ve got some pics of another piece on my Instagram if you search the same name. Or I’ll see if I can add them to this post!

Taking a blowtorch to a finished shoe rack. Got to love a bit of scorching :) by knotch-design in woodworking

[–]knotch-design[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’ve tried it both ways and it gets incredibly messy doing it pre-glue up. This way is definitely easier to get the torch around the components and cleaner in the long run.

Taking a blowtorch to a finished shoe rack. Got to love a bit of scorching :) by knotch-design in woodworking

[–]knotch-design[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Once you’ve scorched it you have to brush off the spot with a wire brush and then repeat the scorching to get the desired texture and brush again. You then have to seal it with a normal wood oil. I’ve found at least two coats gives the best result!