The VK-353B decorative wood mouldings are wood carvings for cabinet making or furniture restoration, carved with an acanthus leaf pattern. These leaf capital wood carvings are made of exoitc wood, which is easy to work with. Their surface is in their natural state, meaning the user can freely decide on the type and measure of the surface treatment. A great choice for antique furniture restorers who are looking for accessories to repair furniture with, or anyone really who wishes to decorate.

What is exotic wood?

All wood carvings made of exotic wood are actually made from the wood of the rubber tree, from which caoutchouc is obtained. It can be painted and stained just like any other European wood. It is harder than pine, softer than beech. According to its fiber structure and color, it is between beech and oak.

What should I use for surface treatment?

The surface treatment of the product can be solved in several ways. Glaze, oil or varnish can all prove to be an excellent choice. With each process, you can achieve a different effect, highlighting the virtues of the wooden decorative elements according to your vision and environmental characteristics. Since the carvings are made of exotic wood, it is inevitable that there will be some wood defects. This can be easily remedied with a wood patch.

Wood patch! But how?

It is quite easy to use wood putty or plaster. Simply work the material into the wood defects with a suitable spoon or spatula. After drying, all we have to do is sand the dried material flat with the surface.

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