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The Wood Magazine that arrived yesterday has a good article on wood movement. Prior to getting it, the guys at the furniture bank and I were discussing wood movement problems. I've seen a lot in imported furniture that had no understanding or allowance for wood movement. The article says: 1. Wood moves 2. Wood never stops moving 3. Attempts to constrain wood movement will cause problems.
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Because of all the deep splits. Maybe if the splits were filled with something to solve for the structural issues presented but I think I'd have abstained without something. Maybe if I used the huge wire guard that came with my lathe I might - maybe - - - But this guy just went with it and - - well - - see video #2 Can't blame him for trying though.
