If you’re looking to create custom detailed wood burning patterns, then a chemical burn may be the perfect way to go. This type of burn is often used in art and design, and can create a beautiful, unique flame. There are a few things you need to know before beginning a chemical burn, though. First, make sure that your fuel is of the correct type. This will help you control the intensity of the fire. Next, make sure that your oven is properly calibrated. This will help you create accurate patterns with your heat source. Finally, make sure that you have all of the necessary tools and materials available before beginning. These include an oven thermometer, an air compressor, and a gas lighter or torch. Once you’ve completed these steps, your fire will be ready to start! The heat from the chemicals will start to cook the wood quickly and evenly. As the flames grow stronger and more consistent, you’ll be able to create beautiful patterns with your heat source.
The secret sauce is ammonium chloride. They mixed up a batch of an ammonium chloride solution, made a custom stamp (in this case the Make logo), and then essentially stamped the solution, just like you would stamp ink, onto the wood. Once you’ve stamped the wood, you heat the surface with a blow dryer or heat gun and the heat activates the solution, burning the surface of the wood. Using this technique you can create significantly more detailed designs than you would be able to using a hand tool and without the expense of ordering a pricey custom branding tool.
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Chemical Wood Burning [Make Projects]
