How PEG Helps the Hobbyist who Works with Wood,

Abstract

Polyethyklene glycol-1000 (PEG) is introduced to the hobbyist as an agent to dimensionally stabilize wood. Directions are given for mixing PEG solutions, preparing treating vats, and drying and gluing treated wood. Directions are also given for producing decorator clocks, bowls and other turnings, green wood carvings, statuary, and rifle stocks with maximum dimensional stability. 'How to's' for protecting imported wood carvings and for preserving archaelogical specimens are also included. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1972
Accession Number
AD0753840

Entities

People

  • H. L. Mitchell

Organizations

  • Forest Products Laboratory

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Readers

  • Forest Ecology
  • Marksmanship and Weaponry.
  • Polymer Science and Technology