Wood carving in tympanum form with bow motif

The FK-669 carving is actually a decorative tympanum with a bow pattern. This solution is an ideal choice for decorating children's furniture, bedroom furnishings, doors, and windows. Fine woodworking professionals appreciate it because the precise design allows for easy installation and perfect fit with classic furniture structures.

Technical details – Carvings in tympanum style

The wooden carvings' dimensions: width ranges from 30 cm to 50 cm, height from 5.7 cm to 9.5 cm, thickness from 0.7 cm to 0.9 cm, available in several sizes. Its size tolerance is plus or minus 3%. The elongated tympanum-shaped ornament features a bow motif. Its material is exotic (rubber) wood. Rubberwood has ecological advantages as it is made from a by-product of rubber plantations, making it a recycled raw material. It offers a cost-effective solution for quality wooden carvings and mouldings. Since its color is light and natural, it provides a neutral base for all finishing methods—from painting to staining and waxing. This product is not surface treated.

Product advantages – decorative wooden mouldings and carvings for repairing old wooden windows

At Naturtrend, the wooden ornaments are made of solid wood with a prepared and sanded surface. They can be easily painted, oiled, stained, or even gilded. Fine woodworking specialists benefit from the minimal 3% tolerance of the ornaments, making installation quick and accurate.

Why is a tympanum beneficial when repairing old wooden windows?

Repairing old wooden windows is often completed by installing new wooden onlays. The FK-669 wooden carvings are especially suitable for highlighting the upper closing elements on children's furniture or bedroom and bathroom cabinets. For the fine woodworking expert, it is practical, being lightweight, fitting precisely, and staying true to classic forms.

Mounting and nailing decorative wooden mouldings and carvings

For fixing the carvings, it is recommended to use wood glue (D2 or D3). Apply the glue in a thin, even layer to the dust-free surface, then press the ornament gently into place. For drying, press them together with a woodworking clamp or a weight. If any glue seeps out at the sides, simply wipe it off with a damp cloth. It is advisable to wait the recommended 24 hours for drying. In woodworking practice, reinforcement with small tacks or wire nails is also common. It is advisable to pre-drill holes for the nails to prevent the ornament from cracking and to drive them in deeper. Cover the nail heads fixing the decorative wooden mouldings with wood filler to keep the surface uniform.

How to finish wood carvings and tympanum-style ornaments?

The FK-669 woodcarvings are sold untreated, so the user can decide on the finishing method. The carving can be painted, stained, glazed, varnished, or waxed. Before finishing, sanding and dusting are recommended followed by applying two thin coats. For traditional oiling, shake the oil and wipe the entire surface of the ornament with a clean cloth. Let it sit for a few minutes to allow the wood to absorb the oil, highlighting its grain. Then use another clean and dry cloth to wipe off the excess, preventing any possible drips. The drying time for the treated surface is roughly one day.

How to fit decorative wooden mouldings together?

Before installation, it is advisable to make a dry fit to ensure the tympanum matches the window frame precisely. If necessary, the fit can be improved by sanding the edges. When repairing old wooden windows, combining multiple decorative wooden elements allow you to create a unified decorative frame. Joints should be filled with wood paste, then sanded gently after drying.

Cultural history – bow motif in the story of decorative wooden mouldings

The bow or ribbon ornament became widespread during the Rococo era and has remained a symbol of lightness and elegance since. The bow motif is a form used both in furniture art and when repairing old wooden windows. Fine woodworking masters commonly used them in the 18th–19th centuries as finishing touches on dressers, window, and door frames. The motif is still popular today as it subtly accentuates the details of wooden elements.

Second class carvings

If you can see and select the second class product, there are also a few second class ornaments made from that carving. These items may have minor defects such as discoloration, warping, or small chips or cracks. If you are interested in our second class products currently in stock, please contact us so that we can provide you with more detailed information and, if requested, photographs of these carvings.