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Green Wood Design
 As Pratt moves forward with the construction of its new Myrtle Avenue Building, slated to become LEED certified, it has come to our attention that 6 - 8 trees are currently within the buildings footprint. So to make the best of these natural resources, we challenge students and faculty to design creative uses for this green (meaning non-treated and wet) wood. Here is one idea..... "Turn your bowls out of green wood, the wetter the better, do the whole operation at one time, allow them to dry in paper bags, and then apply a finish." ~excerpt and image from California based woodworker Howard Lewin. To read the full document on how to turn bowls from Green Wood Sustainable Pratt recommends using a Propolis based finish for raw woods. Propolis is a remarkable substance created by honeybees to keep their hive healthy. It neutralizes any bacteria, fungi or virus which enters a hive. One of the most powerful antibiotics found in nature, it is a complex blend of waxes, resins, balsams, oils and a small amount of pollen. And it makes a good all natural finish for woods!  COMMENTS Post a Comment
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