Thursday, May 3, 2012

All About Woods For Thai Wood Carvings

By Deena Lawson


The creation of Thai wood carvings might be a positive and rewarding hobby. As a matter of fact, it may lead to the discovery of your career. This particular type of craft is actually old and so beautiful, both in the sense of art as well as function. Nearly every material around the world can be used for such purpose. Therefore, numerous choices are available for this matter.

But there exist few types of woods useful and popular for the art, particularly for those starting out. These are usually selected as these are beautiful and soft. Also, you can afford these.

One item called basswood is so popular for people starting in this art. Its other name is linden. It has a white color and is in existence in Europe and even America. For many years, its use has been for the crafting of woods. Along with being used for people new to the craft, this is also useful for some parts of musical instruments and small models.

If you start this hobby, make sure to look for items which are called basswood blanks found in many shops. These are pieces which are great to use while you still learn about this art. It is cheap and even malleable.

Another white wood which is reputed among workers is aspen. It is stronger in comparison to basswood, but is considered as a soft material. Hence, it is actually easy to utilize when carving. These trees are abundant and like basswood, is also cheap. Like basswood blanks, you will find aspen blanks at local stores.

Another material for those starting out on the craft is butternut. Unlike the first two materials, this is brown in color and is considerable for those not working on white materials. This is also referred to as white walnut, as it is pale unlike the other variety known as the black walnut.

Like its black variety, butternut, when used for thai wood carvings, polishes in a really nice fashion. It is also a material for furniture polishing.




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