Steam bent wood projects

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Ever wonder how furniture makers get stiff, sturdy wood to adopt the kinds of elegant curves you see in chairs, pianos and even the shingles that adorn dome-shaped structures? Sometimes it’s soaked, and sometimes it’s steamed. Steam bending is an ancient art that uses heat and moisture insid ...

Bend Wood 3 Ways: I am on a mission to build the most comfortable chair, ever. TANGENT! -Do you play video games? I don't, but have recently learned some vocabulary that has a lot of bearing to this mission I am on of building the most comfortable chair ever- the si…

Want to add curves to your next woodworking project? Here's what you need to know about bending wood with steam.

Bend furniture parts perfectly without fail.

Two pieces wall lampshade made with steam bent oak wood. Built without using any screws and perfect for the living room.

kiefer's Project

A new woodworking skill, right around the bend!

Bending Steamed Wood