Figured maple is the preferred wood for Les Paul Standard VOS guitars. Gibson Custom Shop hand selects the tops from hundreds of blanks, and rates each one with a grade of R or higher. Learn more about the wood’s different characteristics. For tips on how to find the perfect figured Maple blank, see this article. You can also learn how to make the Les Paul Standard VOS out of figured maple. Here's how.
Hard Maple Bowl Blanks
Hard Maple Bowl Blanks are great for woodturners. These bowl blanks have a 6 inch width and a 2 inch thickness. This hard wood is extremely strong, although it is not the easiest to work. The sapwood is white with an orange tinge, and the heartwood is uniformly pale yellow-reddish brown. You can find blanks in figured or quartered varieties, depending on your desired style.
One common technique for making these blanks, is to slice the wood into pieces that are different in size. These segments are composed of six to seven smaller pieces made of Hard Maple, Black Walnut, etc. The most cost-effective Hard Maple bowl blanks are the ones that are often available. Black Walnut or Paduak is a good choice if you are looking for a darker hardwood. These types of woods can be found in America at a reasonable price and are readily available.
Curly Maple Turning Flats
Curly Maple blanks are a great option if you've ever wanted to make a spoon, or turn a cuestick. These wood blanks make it easy to turn spoons or spindles, knives and peppermills. You can purchase as much as you need. Each blank is different, but they all have the same characteristics. These turning blanks start with solid blocks made of curly maple.
Curly maple can be described as a unique type of maple with unusual patterns and waves. This wood can be found on almost any maple tree. This wood develops its characteristic pattern when the branches are arranged in an "Y", where the trunk meets with the roots. Certain maples possess a gene that produces curly hair. Curly maples are highly prized for their musical instruments and guitars as well as other wood crafts.
Quilted Maple Turning Blanks
Figured maple (also known as quilted or quilted) is a type hardwood. In the tangential plane, it has a quilted appearance similar to ripples in a pool of water. This characteristic is highly prized and used often to create musical instruments like guitars and dulcimers. Fortunately, you can get your hands on a high quality quilted maple turning blank at wholesale prices.
The quilted maple turning blanks can be kiln dried and have varying amounts heartwood and ambrosia. Clear with minor ambrosia streaks, they are common. Some are medium in figure while others have very few solid knots. These blanks can be shipped free within the 48 lower United States. The price of quilted maple turning blanks depends on the size of the blank.
Les Paul Standard OS's made out of figured maple
Gibson's Standard guitar is one of the most well-known guitars in the world. It has been a classic instrument since the time Paul Kossoff started to use it in 1959. Gibson's Custom Shop produced a replica Kossoff guitar in 2011-12. This included a flametop top, figured maple bodies, and Custom Bucker humbucking picks. The guitar has also been fitted with Grover kidney-shaped tuners. Gibson's Custom Shop made 250 Kossoff models, while the Kossoff model was limited at 100 guitars.
Gibson brought back the Les Paul Standard, a 2-pickup model, in 1958. Early models didn't have serial numbers but had maple tops. Two-pickup models had white or sunburst finishes. Gibson introduced a brand new hardware package in 1975. This included the addition of a three-piece maple neck. The Les Paul Custom model is still the most well-known in the world.
FAQ
Do you have any other information I should know about woodworking and/or the process of making it?
It is easy to underestimate the amount work involved with furniture construction. Finding the right type of wood is the most difficult aspect of this process. It is difficult to choose between the various types of wood.
Another issue is that wood does not have the same properties. Some woods will crack or warp with time. Others will split or crack. Before purchasing wood, you should consider these factors.
What's the difference?
Hobbyists love making things from wood while professionals are more concerned with the quality of their work. Hobbyists take great pride in their creations, and share them with family and friends. Professionals will spend hours researching designs before they begin working on a project. They'll pay great attention to details, from choosing the most suitable materials to finishing the work perfectly.
How do you calculate woodworking costs?
The most important thing to remember when calculating costs for any project is to keep them as low as possible. You should always try to make sure that you are getting the best deal on materials. You should also consider other factors that could impact the cost of your project, such as experience, skill level, time, and money. Check out our guide on the average cost of common DIY projects to get an idea of how much you can spend on woodwork projects.
Statistics
- Woodworkers on the lower end of that spectrum, the bottom 10% to be exact, make roughly $24,000 a year, while the top 10% makes $108,000. (zippia.com)
- In 2014, there were just over 237,000 jobs for all woodworkers, with other wood product manufacturing employing 23 percent; wood kitchen cabinets and countertop manufacturing employing 21 percent. (theartcareerproject.com)
- If your lumber isn't as dry as you would like when you purchase it (over 22% in Glen Huey's opinion…probably over 10-15% in my opinion), then it's a good idea to let it acclimate to your workshop for a couple of weeks. (woodandshop.com)
- Most woodworkers agree that lumber moisture needs to be under 10% for building furniture. (woodandshop.com)
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How to stain wood
The process of staining wood involves the application of chemicals to the wood's surface, which causes it to change its color. The wood will turn from white to brownish-red due to the chemical reaction. Oak is the most common wood type for staining. However, you can also use other wood types.
You can apply wood stains in many different ways. One method involves mixing the stain and a solvent and then spraying it on the wood. Others use a solution made up of water and dye, which is then applied directly onto the wood. It is possible to mix stain into varnishes and paints, making it part of the finishing coat.
Preparing the surface for staining wood is the first step. You must clean the wood well to remove any grease or dirt that might interfere with the application of the stain. Sanding smoothens any scratches or rough spots. The next step is to determine the type of stain you would like to use. There are two types of stains that can be used: penetrating and non-penetrating. Penetrating colors penetrate deeper into wood than those that are non-penetrating. This makes them more suitable for darker colors, such as mahogany. Penetrating stains are best paired with lighter colors, such as maple.
After deciding on the type of stain, you want to apply, prepare your tools. Paintbrushes are great for applying stain because they allow you to evenly spread the liquid across the surface. To remove any stains left behind after painting, you will need some rags. If you are planning to mix your stain, ensure you have enough containers for each component.
Once you have prepared all your materials, it is time to clean the areas where you will stain the wood. Clean the area with soap and warm water to get rid of dirt and grime. Wipe down all furniture pieces with a dampened cloth and clean water. Take care to remove all debris and dirt, especially if you are planning on staining darker wood.
Apply the stain. Start at one end of the piece of furniture and brush or spray the stain onto the wood. Move slowly and carefully along the grain of your wood until you reach its opposite end. The stain should not drip off of the wood's edge. Before proceeding to the next step, let the stain dry thoroughly.
A coat of clear polyurethane sealing agent is applied to protect the paint. Apply three coats polyurethane sealer. Allow the third coat of polyurethane sealer to dry overnight before applying the final coat.