I have developed a system for bending wood for my arch bridges, and though I do not claim it is the best way, it works well for me.
I have a pot, or basin rather, that is about 18″ long and 12″ deep. I fill it with about two cups of water (I have found that [...]
I am constantly asked whether balsa is better than basswood. Here are some of my notes comparing the two woods.
Balsa is cheaper and more available than basswood. This means you can buy more wood, and build more bridges for the same amount of money. By building more, you will gain valuable experience and improve your [...]
