Kerf Bending Wood Explained & Stress Test

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Because so many of you asked about the kerf bending technique I used in last weeks video, I decided to make a dedicated video about it.
Which saws to use, which materials are good and which glue is the best?
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@TiffanyVincent 3 жыл бұрын

Definitely more of these, love that it ties to the previous project too.

@laurakampf 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your feedback!

@nomms 3 жыл бұрын

@@laurakampf I 100% agree. It's awesome to see it applied, which gets me very interested in trying it and makes the technique a lot less abstract. Then the follow up with a how to was *chef's kiss*.

@nomad61u2 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely. If you have a project that gets lots of questions, this type of reply video is pretty interesting. I also like the length and amount of detail (not super long, and focusing on the general idea)

@catherines.2955 3 жыл бұрын

@@laurakampf Yes, it's good to see some of the behind the scenes of your videos. I've been enjoying watching you assemble your various projects but often wonder how much planning, drawing, figuring out do you do in advance; because that part doesn't seem to make it into your videos.

@glencarolo2597 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely love the content and agree with the other's.

@ThomasWren 3 жыл бұрын

To bend the solid wood, wet it. Put some wet paper towel over the wood so the top layer gets a lot of moister in it and then bend it.

@W4ABN 3 жыл бұрын

Agreed. Steam bending has been used in boatbuilding for a long time so getting it wet should help.

@cfdtv1 3 жыл бұрын

I agree with Thomas. Also bend with the grain whenever possible, not across it. The wood will flex(crush) more along the soft portions of the grain.

@JCWren 3 жыл бұрын

Another Wren! Don't see that very often.

@BakerGlare 3 жыл бұрын

See also the purfling in acoustic guitars, mandolins, etc. Same principle.

@brckshouse3660 3 жыл бұрын

Iron with a wet rag to do a quick and dirty steam.

@nathanfell8993 3 жыл бұрын

YES PLEASE LAURA! More tutorials!!! My first request: welding for beginners. I think a lot of makers are intimidated with welding (cost/safety/skill level) and I think having an adventurous, open spirit such as yourself explain how and what you've learned would be immensely helpful. What do you think?

@feidhlimoshea8180 3 жыл бұрын

My advice is buy a cheap stick welder and just start practicing. That's what everyone recommended to me and its working well for me so far. It's easy enough, if a 13 year old (me) you can do it too

@Onesize17 3 жыл бұрын

@@feidhlimoshea8180 Stick is best to learn on! Lots of older stick welders for sale, just make sure to test it before purchase. Don't buy cheap chinesium junk.

@mjremy2605 3 жыл бұрын

No. She is not a welding school and cannot possibly cover the safety issues in a short video. Welding is easy, but you need to follow all safety protocols. One mistake and you become an charred burger. You can get a small welding kit from Harbor Freight. Take a basic safety course online and read the manual and jump in. Aluminum welding is different. Its much easier than wood working and you use far less tools.

@nathanielowensleigh7513 3 жыл бұрын

Actually, I feel that the most appropriate integration to welding is oxy-fuel. It is inexpensive, quiet and allows the student to visualize what is happening within the metal. Smelting before welding, and then introduce electric current. Metal is a lot like clay, as it has a memory and sweet spots for manipulation. Oxy-fuel let’s the student experience the transition from solid to sweat to molten.

@michaelwatts354 3 жыл бұрын

I whole heartedly agree

@shivadas1008 3 жыл бұрын

What I did this summer was "laminate" a thin layer on the inside of the bend. I could totally jump stand and do anything afterwards!

@roryevans5032 2 жыл бұрын

Good idea. I wonder if a good way to do this would be to route out two long channels across the top surface of the wood a little inset from the edges before cutting the Kerf lines. Then do the kerf cuts and bend, and glue/laminate two strips inside those channels to give a flush finish, with a neat banded appearance. That way you don't need to accomodate the new thicknesss if your item has long continous curves like Laura's original project, but you get the added strength from your extra laminate layer.

@gamingastronaut517 3 жыл бұрын

Despite your normal videos being already awesome I really like these tutorials because they help me as a beginner a lot. And I really like the idea of getting to see a technique and then getting to see how to do it.

@TikiTim 3 жыл бұрын

Really like the occasional in-depth explainer video. But don't change over completely. Your "what happened" videos are awesome!

@tayleanruatha 3 жыл бұрын

Agreed 👍

@itwaslikethatwhenigothere 3 жыл бұрын

More tutorial videos please Laura. I really enjoy your project videos, but I also like to get a better look at particular techniques that you use in your projects sometimes.

@larslindthomsen7370 3 жыл бұрын

Hey. I have cut the grooves very close in solid wood. Lars from Denmark

@MaxWattage 3 жыл бұрын

Oooh, perfect timing! I have a project starting on Tuesday that needs this technique.

@sgsax 3 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial! Nice to take a deeper drive on a detail in the build project. Also great advice to just go out into the shop and start experimenting. Something I need to do more often myself. Thanks for sharing!

@yadayada752 3 жыл бұрын

I don't do any kind of woodworking, but I love watching your creativity.

@chrisnorton2837 3 жыл бұрын

I've used this technique many times in metal fab as well. "Kerfing" the metal to get around corners is really useful when you're making custom pieces for modding old cars and trucks. 👍

@davebauerart 3 жыл бұрын

Great info, I love the way you test everything and show us what you have learned.

@TomBellQLD 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the no bs straight to the point short sharp video. All killer no filler.

@murrij 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely more of these please! You have a gift at making things engaging and clear and very easy to understand.

@garryryan3654 3 жыл бұрын

This is my favourite kind of video. I learn new techniques, you are great at showing how things work, and you don't get lost in the details.

@harolddubois1791 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, this format of video is also appreciated !!! Quick to see, quick to learn !!!

@richardcampbell4506 2 жыл бұрын

I like the tutorials when they relate to an existing or previous project. Love seeing your learnings!

@felixgla30 3 жыл бұрын

Love the deep dive videos, lots of useful tips! Kinda like a "Maker Science" class

@beastie67 3 жыл бұрын

Really like these explanation videos! As a restarter in woodworking after 30 years of not doing any, it is SUPER helpful! Thanks!

@EddyOToole 3 жыл бұрын

As an amateur craftsman I love how-to/skill building content!

@brianedwards9167 3 жыл бұрын

Laura - I LOVE your videos in general, and I really appreciate this more in-depth, how-to video. Your standard videos are interesting and entertaining, but I sometimes come away from them wanting to know more about how you did certain things and why.

@jackietan555 3 жыл бұрын

Love the tutorial. I also love the approach. Not too techy and quick and dirty testing techniques!

@Havreflan 3 жыл бұрын

This amount of tie-in tutorial is perfect. Not a complete instructional video for a specific project, just an explanation of some of the techniques used in the previous video.

@laurakampf 3 жыл бұрын

Cool! Thanks for your feedback!

@fuzzydude66 3 жыл бұрын

Laura, please make more videos like this! Any tips or tricks that you can give would be greatly appreciated.

@deliaguzman1138 3 жыл бұрын

I've been a little obsessed but a little frightened by this whole area of woodworking; thanks for breaking it all down and taking some of the mystery away! Hoping to try it soon!

@edwardmedina1594 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this quick, easy and very informative video. Honestly, very helpful.

@amsmithonline 3 жыл бұрын

Love the tutorial approach - especially the calibrated testing! Surprising results with the wood glue! I did my first kerf bending of stair risers using oak plywood 30 years ago. Still looks great today.

@seblevesque5604 3 жыл бұрын

New info always good. Even if its old news because then its a refresher or reminder about a technique we may have forgotten as an option

@carriemacjung4286 3 жыл бұрын

More tutorial videos would be a great idea! Love how you used kerf bending in your bookshelf!

@johilpert9149 3 жыл бұрын

I like both types of videos. The ones that show the project work and the tutorial type. I just love watching everything you do and wish I could do it through osmotic learning. Thank you.

@bruceburkhart1650 3 жыл бұрын

Great content, as always! I like that you used that technique (kerf bending) in the bookshelf video then followed up with a tutorial and insight about the technique.

@JenniferPChung Ай бұрын

That's awesome to see all the comparisons in one go. It is something I want to try one day. I've seen some videos stop/minimize the crack by steaming the wood. I've seen people dump pots of hot water into a container and weigh it down, a steamer (two separate artists that love to bend wood), and an iron with the steam option. At face value, all worked at the end. But if I'm going to cover up the edges, it might be more work than it's worth so I would just do what you did.

@Hessijames79 3 жыл бұрын

I like the in-depth tutorial format. You‘ll find the right mixture.

@penthesileaatalanta7673 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, You how to video is super usually! Thank you 👍

@MichaelCoolidge 3 жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed this in-depth review. Keep these up every now and then.

@manythingslefttobuild 3 жыл бұрын

Please keep doing videos where your passion takes you. This deeper dive into kerf bending was a good video, the glue test was a surprise. Something that has worked for me on awkward glue ups is using a shop vacuum to pull the glue deeper into joints.

@dottyjyoung Жыл бұрын

THAT is something I've never heard of. Thanks for the tip.

@broono25 3 жыл бұрын

Yes!!! Please more of these you made this one really well!

@nybergr2 3 жыл бұрын

Love your usual videos but absolutely love and appreciate the breakdown of techniques and testing them as well! That's how my brain works.

@Apismeliffera 3 жыл бұрын

Loved your methodology for testing the strength of the glue. And the tutorial video was well worth my time watching it. Thank you.

@JamesLelyveld 3 жыл бұрын

More please - super useful and makes the technique far more approachable.

@adapa22 3 жыл бұрын

Great philosophy! Better try and error than get lost in information! Thanks for your generosity.

@hodgeh 3 жыл бұрын

Love both tutorials and the regular project videos. Variety is the spice of life or wood glue of life perhaps

@lissataylor12345 Жыл бұрын

Loved it! I like hearing your thoughts behind the build. What worked and what didn’t. Thx for sharing.

@asterixgaul7076 3 жыл бұрын

You speak the truth Laura. I want to do something and I search KZfaq and there’s so many videos and I get lost and discouraged and stop doing it. You method of just spending time at the workshop is best. I will follow it

@DarwinIThink 3 жыл бұрын

Yes loved this video and really appreciate you sharing your knowledge 💜

@jaspergoesrawrr 3 жыл бұрын

This tutorial was super helpful! I had never heard of a track saw, and now i want one!

@whazee 3 жыл бұрын

I'm happy with a mix of videos from you Laura. I like the big, long builds. The short, cool builds. The tutorial or vlog videos. Whatever interests you at the time translates across to me as the viewer. So, just do you! 😊👍 . . . . ...maybe more Smudo videos... 🐕 PROST!!! 🤪

@laurakampf 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!!

@elizabethoconnor3386 3 жыл бұрын

This was great! I like the deep dive into a technique. Even just a basic run through with suggestions on where to find more info is great!

@rogerhwerner6997 2 жыл бұрын

Laura, I always want the details of how you construct a project! Please provide regularly!!

@binaryburnout3d 2 жыл бұрын

WOW, that last bit with the stress test was really illuminating. thanks.

@hansdegroot8549 3 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial. Thanks for sharing. I've learned a lot from it. Yes, please. more tutorials like this.

@EShopHero 3 жыл бұрын

This was a great video! I would love to see more tutorial style videos once in a while. That and breakdowns of your old videos like the Bluetooth speaker creations or the bike videos.

@olddawg2979 3 жыл бұрын

I like these presentations you have a effective communication style that gets the message across

@NachoGarciaGuzman 2 жыл бұрын

Wow I will try to include this process in a camper van proyect. It´s amaizing. Thanks and congrats for your job.

@juliancoady5939 3 жыл бұрын

Love this kind of content. But for my money you can do no wrong. Keep up the fantastic and inspirational work!

@BadgerBishop 3 жыл бұрын

You're amazing! Thanks for resting and sharing.

@bryandonahue8302 3 жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed this video too. Most of why I watch makers, like yourself, is to get inspired. And this was no exception. Keep up the fantastic work

@niklasgranath5143 3 жыл бұрын

More of these please. You are like me. Try and test before using new methods. Keep up the good work👍👏👏

@linamatthews512 3 жыл бұрын

Yes please! I really enjoyed this video. Even though I have zero building skills, i love watching talented people like you create things, especially when you use material that everyone else thinks is junk or trash.

@camachof87 3 жыл бұрын

This was a great video! Keep making more of these ones! And your usual videos are awesome too! Thanks for sharing!

@jasmine-ruff-puff9951 3 жыл бұрын

I don't plan on getting into woodworking, but this tutorial video is just as interesting to watch as your usual ones (which I love watching). 👍

@christophedupuis3287 3 жыл бұрын

Really great tutoriel. Thank you Laura ! 👍

@chadcrews3034 3 жыл бұрын

Love the tutorials, definitely something to have in the mix.

@SebastianPastry 3 жыл бұрын

Enjoying this style of format as well as the usual!

@GNU_Linux_for_good 3 жыл бұрын

I'm gonna try this *BINDAN-P* glue right away.. Thank you, Laura.

@ryanvannewkirk7594 11 ай бұрын

I love this tutorial but I love watching you do your own thing more with these types of videos sprinkled in

@samueltyler889 3 жыл бұрын

As much as I love your notes written on masking tape, I really enjoyed hearing you explain what you're doing in more depth. Thanks for showing multiple techniques and experimenting too. Great video.

@mertenbrauer5853 3 ай бұрын

This video is awesome! Also the strength test at the end!! Thank you!!

@GetToKnowNature 3 жыл бұрын

What a helpful tutorial! So clear and such a cool looking final product.

@jonasoster 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, please, more of this kind of videos!

@donnecheli2721 3 жыл бұрын

I like when you build a piece of furniture/art and then show how you did the specific technique. Also you prototype videos are also very interesting

@SebastianHornbaek 3 жыл бұрын

I think the ultimate combo would be you keep doing your very inspiring projects and then perhaps do short videos on core concepts from the project videos. Then you can cross-reference those guide videos more and more on future projects as you go along! Love your talented and inspiring work, keep up the good work! ☺️

@lcbphd 3 жыл бұрын

You are such an excellent teacher - your explanations are clear and so helpful - love this type of thing sprinkled in with your usual projects - THANK YOU ❤️

@laurakampf 3 жыл бұрын

❤️❤️

@CaesarIII 3 жыл бұрын

As others have said already, those explaination videos are a great addition. And if the majority of your viewers thinks that way it's a win win for all of us. You can shoot this in tandem with the original video and have a spare video to get your head free if needed ha!

@JohnvanGurp 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Laura! Love these real life shop tests… my son makes nice modern furniture in a small shop Montreal and has always told me that wood will usually fail along a grain line before a wood glue joint will break. I use Titebond 3 in all my amateurish woodworking projects. I might play around with some kerf bending today after watching your video, so thanks for the inspiration. Have a great day!

@mroctarine 3 жыл бұрын

Loved this and the anodising how-to after watching you making the pieces 👍

@joeellwood5113 3 жыл бұрын

I've made quite a few projects using kerf-bending, I always add a few splices out of 4mm ply running across the kerf. It ties them all together and in my experience makes a much stronger bend!

@samgiesbrecht 3 жыл бұрын

Loved the tutorial style!

@PeacefulPagoda 3 жыл бұрын

I personally like these more tutorial-based videos, but probably the same amount as I like the regular build videos. Apples and oranges, both delicious.

@nikkivanzanen 3 жыл бұрын

I also asked one of these questions, thank you for explaining!!

@myturkishlife1777 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, we used to buy sheets of ready "kerfed" MDF in 9mm and layered it up to make curved speaker enclosures then veneered them. Great video appreciate your time 👍👍

@Wolf-yw7en 3 жыл бұрын

Love your work Laura. Yes please, more tutorials too.

@adrianrouse3619 3 жыл бұрын

Yes! Great info thank you! These informative videos are great.

@changeyourname8320 3 жыл бұрын

Been waiting on a popular KZfaq to explain this method for a long time 🥰

@changeyourname8320 3 жыл бұрын

Steam the hard wood after kerf cutting

@changeyourname8320 3 жыл бұрын

Or go with the grain?

@johnc6440 3 жыл бұрын

Great - like the tutorlal and in-depth approach

@oldman719 3 жыл бұрын

One of the most informing videos I've seen. Bring more tutorials please.

@chrischerry2787 3 жыл бұрын

Yes please Laura: more of these. Especially if you try something new ☺

@andrewgalbreath2101 3 жыл бұрын

Very useful info, I definitely like the tutorials as well as projects

@franktartan6808 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, I like the how to, tutorial ! Thank you!

@Sbregher 2 жыл бұрын

Just found your channel! You create awesome videos! Please create more videos like this one! Thanks for taking the time to make this video for us woodworkers!