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ajooter
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Birch bark backing how to?
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March 27, 2016, 07:57:02 pm »
Got some Birch bark I want to use to back the handle of a bow I'm making. It's seems pretty thick as is. Should I steam it and try to separate the layers? When applying it do you just wet it and glue it down?
Thanks for any help in advance.
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Pat B
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March 28, 2016, 09:38:30 am »
Generally birch bark backings are one or 2 thin layers, mostly for decoration, from what I know about it. I've used it on a couple of bows. Soaked the thin bark in warm water and put it down with TB glue, very similar to other decorative backings.
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March 28, 2016, 09:49:03 am »
The combination of birchbark and a further coating on top also makes a very good vapor barrier for a sinew backed bow. Even more so if it is glued down with TB.
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maatus
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March 29, 2016, 02:38:11 am »
I've separated the layers on both wet and dry bark. When you've enough layers just put it in hot water for like 10-15 minutes. You don't really need any glue to apply it as it holds pretty nicely just when boiled. I've found that if you add some gelatine powder when you boil the bark, it will hold even better.
I just covered my new bow and linen string with birch bark.
http://markus.perinnejousi.yuku.com/album/photo/4380133
http://markus.perinnejousi.yuku.com/album/photo/4377465
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ajooter
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March 29, 2016, 08:51:53 am »
Thank you for all the replies...ALL very helpful
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