Message-Id: <199903010236.SAA25433@spot.yknet.yk.ca>
From: "George Privett" <gprivett@yknet.yk.ca>
To: baidarka@lists.intelenet.net
Date: Sun, 28 Feb 1999 18:35:18 -8:00
Subject: baidarka Laminating Wood
Hi Bill,
I was thinking about experimenting with laminated gunnels and stringers for
a take-apart yak using our local spruce. It's tough, and light but has a
tendency to twist if not fastened to something.
Your technique of using laminations might stabilize the wood. A few
questions?
Do you need to steam the wood for gunnels? How thin are the strips? Do
you use epoxy glue? Can you mix two different types of wood for lightness
and strength -- eg. fir and spruce?
Could you recommend any good woodworking books?
Thanks
George