Hey guys, just gave it my first go at heat bending and I have a couple questions, here are the things to know first:
A: building an A/N flat top with plans from Terry M from Crystal Forest Mandolins
B: I'm using mahogany as my back and sides (why you ask?... because it was free)
C: I am using a propane torch heating a piece of 1" black gas pipe (see pic for set up)
D: I made extra sides because I assumed I might screw some up
Questions:
1. Is it no supposed to scorch this much?... regardless of how much water I spray on, it still scorched; is this a product of my set-up? Is this ok because no one will see it because it's on the inside? If not, how do I not let this happen?
2. If I over-bend it, what's the best method for bending it back?... I tried turning it over and heating the outside and scorched the outside a little and am not sure it will sand out.
Thanks in advance
Bookmarks