I would like to carve this for a cover over my intercom box at my pool. I need a wood that is weather resistant. Which would be easier to cave Cypris or Cedar. or do you know of another wood that would be better to use.
I am a new member but have worked with wood as a hobby my entire life, never tried carving before but I am loving it, and you are a wonderful teacher. Thank You
Hello Tom,
Thank you! Both of those woods are OK for carving. They are not ideal because of the soft, sponginess of the wood. You may want to consider spanish cedar or mahogany. I know in the south they use those for exterior windows. However, they are not in full sunlight and direct rain, which I'm guessing yours will be. There really isn't any ideal wood that will last a long time in full weather. What you may want to consider is carve one, then make a rubber mold of it and make a resin casting that can be outside. Then put the carved one inside in a protected environment. Just a thought... Have fun!
Thank you, Mary. Your ideas for carving hair, that is, clumps or sections of hair, are great. I can see it used in many carvings including horses and caricatures. Kent
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