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Old 11-27-2011, 08:05 AM
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I'm looking for a source that I may purchase blank mantles for carving.
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Old 11-27-2011, 08:32 PM
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What size and kind of wood???
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Old 11-28-2011, 06:14 PM
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Take a look at the Van Dyke catalog - I think they still exist.
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Old 11-29-2011, 12:35 PM
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I have mine custom cut at a local mill. Look up custom milling in your area. I dry mine for three years or more prior to carving. You may be able to find a custom miil that has dry logs or dry fitches that can be used as mantels.
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