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HelloTiki
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08/22/2005
I DID use search, but could not find the process that some of you use for the burnt effects (shading)especiaaly on large Tikis. Any hints?? |
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freddiefreelance
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08/22/2005
Try a propane torch, or one of those little ones they use in professional kitchens to carmelize sugar on top of creme brulee. |
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McTiki
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08/22/2005
Hello Hello, I use a propane torch with the canister thing ($3.00) I think the kit (nozzle & extra tips for plumbing solder) costs around $20 They burn nice and evenly Mahalo |
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hewey
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08/22/2005
I read an article in a hot rod magazine once on tiki carving. They used a butane torch from the hardware store. Their advice was to use it like a paintbrush, and slowly build up the colour/definition. A little bit at a time, stand back and eyeball it, then a little more. Only use it for highlights. Have some water close by just in case? Good luck, take plenty of pics :) |
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Hakalugi
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08/23/2005
Of course there's always this method: |
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hewey
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08/23/2005
Yeh, there is always that method. Depends on the look you ar going for. Weathered or charcoal :) |
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teaKEY
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08/23/2005
I hope that burning tiki turned out fine cause it would be a shame to wreck one that cool. But, the photo is super sweet. |
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rodeotiki
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08/23/2005
The torch works good . I pored a small (very small) amount of a flamible liquid in this guys mouth and lit 'em up . Just be safe.. |
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Benzart
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08/24/2005
I think that burning is really used Mostly for smoothing chainsaw cuts. You then use a stiff wire brush to brush away the black and it leaves a very smoothe finish. I used to use the torch to remove the palm splinters, it works very well. |
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