Step 1 - Create a design on a copy machine or computer
printer. Computers are ideal since you can size and scale much
easier than a copy machine. Apply glue stick to the back of the
paper stencil then apply to wood, bone or stone. |
Step 2 - Push out any air bubbles that might get trapped
under the stencil. There are other stencil options available, including
solvent transfers, mylar, water slide decals and stamps. |
Step 3 - Using straight carbide burs, route entire outline
of design to a depth of 1/8" to 1/16". Cut along the
inside edge of the design. You can always cut more material to
reach the line but it is impossible to add. The 1701 is good for
areas with little detail. Precede with the 699 then the 7611 carbide
burs as the details get finer. |
Step 4 - Use the #4 through #1 carbide burs to remove material
from within the outline. The rougher the bottom of the cavity the
better. |
Step 5 - The 7611 sharp tapered bur is used to add detail
like hair to the outline. |
Step 6 - Use the tooth brush to clear out any leftover
material that might mix with the casting resin. |
Step 7 - Lay a wet paper towel over the stencil to remove
what remains from surface of the wood. Leave the towel on long
enough to soften the glue. |
Step 8 - Prepare casting resin by adding the required amount
of pigment and cataylst than pour into the cavity. Pigments can
be added to simulate Ivory, Mother of Pearl and every color under
the sun. Ultra Speed can also provide you with atomized metal powders
to add the casting resin. Pour the casting resin to a level about
1/16" above wood surface. This is necessary because the casting
resin will shrink some as it cures. |
