RK-809 carved ornaments with flower pattern
The RK-809 carved ornaments are oval-shaped, decorated with a simple flower pattern. This decorative piece is made of solid wood, making it an ideal choice for DIY antique furniture restoration. They can be used by a cabinetmaker for decorating doors, cabinets, chests, or for other decorative purposes.
Technical specifications
Rossette size: width: 30 cm, height: 17 cm, thickness: 1.1 cm. Its size tolerance is plus or minus 3%. The carved ornament is oval-shaped and decorated with a beaded edge and flower pattern. It is made from exotic (rubberwood) material. Rubberwood is a sustainably sourced wood, repurposed from rubber plantations, making it an environmentally friendly option. Its medium hardness creates the ideal balance between workability and durability, a particularly valuable feature for wood carvings. Its naturally light coloring offers a neutral base for all surface finishing techniques, from paint to stain to wax. This product is unfinished.
Why should you choose this carved ornament?
The wooden decorative elements arrive pre-sanded, making them easy to use, especially for hobbyists. Their application is not complicated; a simple wood glue is enough, so anyone can easily do it at home. CNC-made carved ornaments have precise dimensions and fit perfectly. Machine manufacturing ensures that every piece is identical, thus avoiding quality variations common in handmade products. Although the wooden door moulding is available in only one size, it can be easily combined with other ornaments.
Restoring antique furniture at home?
The rossette is excellent for DIY antique furniture restoration, as carved ornaments fit well on existing door, window, and drawer fronts. Ready-made carvings can save a lot of time and money while still looking as beautiful as if crafted by a master carver. Our products are made of solid wood, not sawdust, so they retain their beauty for many years. Even modern, mass-produced furniture can easily be customized with these rossettes, without requiring professional skills or a large budget.
How can the carved ornament be attached securely?
Carved ornaments can be fixed to wooden surfaces using wood glue (D2 or D3). The surface must be cleaned and dusted beforehand. If gluing is not enough, small brad or wire nails can be used. Sink the nail heads below the wood surface and repair it with wood filler. This ensures secure and lasting attachment for the wooden door moulding and rossette.
How can the wooden door moulding surface be treated?
The wooden door moulding is sold in a natural, untreated state, so you can choose whichever finishing method you prefer. To highlight the flower pattern, it is recommended to use stain or satin varnish. The work should be done in several thin coats on a dust-free surface. In cabinetmaker practice, combining stain or oil with varnish creates a natural-looking result.
What mistakes should you avoid when applying carved ornaments?
Avoid using too much glue when attaching carved ornaments, as overflow can cause visual defects. In cabinetmaker work, it is recommended to do a trial fitting before final positioning. If undertaking DIY antique furniture restoration, it is best to use simple D2 or D3 wood glue for attaching. During drying, it is advisable to use clamps for secure attachment.
Cultural history: rossette and flower pattern in furniture decoration
The rossette and flower pattern are among the oldest forms in decorative art. They already appeared on Renaissance and Baroque furniture, where they served as central decorative elements. Oval-shaped carved ornaments became popular in the 18th and 19th centuries, especially as door and cabinet decorations. Cabinetmaker masters crafted these by hand, and later CNC technology enabled precise replication.
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.
