Quick sneak peek for a box I’m making. I had some left over old growth curly redwood. Figured I would try and see if it could hold up to machining it. Redwood is pretty soft, so I wanted to test it out.
I’ve been wanting to create large wall panels that look like a leather buttoned couch for awhile now. So why not make a small version of it before I start making large walnut versions.
Not my model, just testing out texture densities with different soft and hardwoods.
No sanding requires, I left my stepover smaller than what was necessary. Also really happy with the grain structure of the redwood, this OG redwood is super old and the growth rings are extremely tight. That and the color matched the texture perfect for some weathered leather look.
The box is being made right now, had some left over Bog Leaf Maple Burl leftover from a project, should turn into something quite exquisite.
To accurately measure the difference, you have to hold the checkbook directly in front of your eye, drop it and watch how far it bounces off the ground. That’s been my only way
Not looking for precision, more resolution and clarity…meaning less machine marks from the stepover, while maintaining the small profiles. Below are some screenshots:
I guess it all depends on how much sanding one wants to do. Looking at the model, I’m probably good with .01". I hate sanding machine marks that are visible, even on a flat surface, they are a pain to completely remove. Now if I wanted to have this mimic fabric, I would increase the stepover to give an added texture of a cloth couch.
Also, if I use a 1/4" TBN, I’m losing the small creases in the model to include a more defined button.
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