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Old 08-21-2009, 04:18 AM
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Default Preparing a Trunk for Carving
I have about a 5'diam. 10' tall maple stump that I'm going to carve. What do I need to do to prepare the stump so as to minimize rot over th years, insect damage etc. thank you.I need urgent help cos i would like to give this as a gift to a friend.
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Old 08-22-2009, 07:19 PM
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Default Re: Preparing a Trunk for Carving
is it soft or hard maple? if its soft- i think this will be temporary yard art
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