I loved it. Lol. I love black walnut plain as well, but this method really accentuated the grain in the walnut and took the oil and burn very evenly. Pine never absorbs that way and stays a wee bit blotchy. This black could be quite elegant. Turquoise chips or red coral inlays in cracks could be interesting too.
When you begin the burning step, instead of burning it all over, can you vary the amount? Maybe you might like the results better if you left the center of the wood untouched, and the outer area could produce a shadowy effect. Show us if you do try this. I want to give this a go, too!
@@TinyIndustrial Yes, something like a halo, with the area closest to the center only very lightly burned and then gradually becoming darker as you move toward the outer edge until finally becoming completely black. Depending on the wood’s natural grain pattern, it could be dazzling. Of course, I am only imagining the effect as I haven’t tried this burning method myself. But it would be fun to see how it develops. Other patterns might be fun, too, such as an arch shape repeated over and over down the length of the wood, or a diamond shape . . . my brain is just rambling along here. Sorry, but it does seem like there are endless possibilities with this. If you had a branding iron-like the kind used with cattle-you could place that brand in the center of a wooden plank and then develop some type of burned design around that. Hmm….
All good ideas. I like that this process allows for creativity. Trial and error are the best way to learn IMHO as well. Maybe you should start a channel and try out your creative options?
@@TinyIndustrial I love working with wood and if I had a place to experiment with this technique, I would. Unfortunately I am homeless at the moment, so it will have to wait.
How much of the walnut’s surface could you sand off before you begin to expose the unburned layers underneath? Then you could try again and show us those results, too!😅
Yes, agreed. Still don't think that it's a good idea to do this with 'fancy' wood. Not that it doesn't look nice in the end. It already looked great before taking a torch too it. Thanks for watching and for leaving a comment!
Yes, it's definitely not an 'improvement' as far as I'm concerned. Grain hardness is key. The Japanese used the technique almost exclusively on Japanese cedar. That's the "Sugi" part of the expression. Also a very soft wood.
Thanks for trying this so I didnt have to. No joke, I appreciate it.
Oh good. It's my public service video to prevent other fine pieces of wood from getting ruined by an otherwise useful technique.
I loved it. Lol. I love black walnut plain as well, but this method really accentuated the grain in the walnut and took the oil and burn very evenly. Pine never absorbs that way and stays a wee bit blotchy. This black could be quite elegant. Turquoise chips or red coral inlays in cracks could be interesting too.
Totally agree with you. Just seems that when you are starting with something so beautiful, it makes me hesitant to try to improve on nature. :)
When you begin the burning step, instead of burning it all over, can you vary the amount? Maybe you might like the results better if you left the center of the wood untouched, and the outer area could produce a shadowy effect. Show us if you do try this. I want to give this a go, too!
Interesting. You mean like a halo effect? I haven't thought of doing that. Might be worth exploring.
@@TinyIndustrial Yes, something like a halo, with the area closest to the center only very lightly burned and then gradually becoming darker as you move toward the outer edge until finally becoming completely black. Depending on the wood’s natural grain pattern, it could be dazzling. Of course, I am only imagining the effect as I haven’t tried this burning method myself. But it would be fun to see how it develops. Other patterns might be fun, too, such as an arch shape repeated over and over down the length of the wood, or a diamond shape . . . my brain is just rambling along here. Sorry, but it does seem like there are endless possibilities with this. If you had a branding iron-like the kind used with cattle-you could place that brand in the center of a wooden plank and then develop some type of burned design around that. Hmm….
All good ideas. I like that this process allows for creativity. Trial and error are the best way to learn IMHO as well. Maybe you should start a channel and try out your creative options?
@@TinyIndustrial I love working with wood and if I had a place to experiment with this technique, I would. Unfortunately I am homeless at the moment, so it will have to wait.
How much of the walnut’s surface could you sand off before you begin to expose the unburned layers underneath? Then you could try again and show us those results, too!😅
That's a good question. I'll have to take another look.
I guess if u want an ebony look on a project it would be nice.
Yes, agreed. Still don't think that it's a good idea to do this with 'fancy' wood. Not that it doesn't look nice in the end. It already looked great before taking a torch too it. Thanks for watching and for leaving a comment!
@@TinyIndustrial yes, walnut is too nice
Totally agree. I took one for the team. Hopefully it will keep some walnut safe out there. :)
P.S.: Don’t give up so easily next time!
Thanks...will do. :)
Ah man just looks like u burnt the bacon woof. I think it works better on a pine with the different grain hardnesses.
Yes, it's definitely not an 'improvement' as far as I'm concerned. Grain hardness is key. The Japanese used the technique almost exclusively on Japanese cedar. That's the "Sugi" part of the expression. Also a very soft wood.