PROJECT PLAN - SCULPTED DINING CHAIR

Enjoy using Arbortech woodworking tools creatively by following the instructions to make this
sculpted dining/office chair.

The secret to using Arbortech woodshaping tools creatively, is to follow the instructions for the
marking out and blocking up of the rough shape and then to use your own imagination and intuition
for the final shaping. The profiles in Diagrams 1 and 2 act as a rough guide, but do not be too
concerned as you may use your own intuition when finalising the shape.

Read through the instructions carefully before beginning the Project.

Tools needed:-

Arbortech Woodshaping Tools

Suitable Angle Grinder
Arbortech flexible sanding kit (if available or other sanding method, plus sand paper)
Jig-saw
Gluing clamps.

Cutting List :

Ax6
Bx4
Cx8
D x 12
Ex6
Fx6
Gx6
Hx6
Ix6
Jx6
Kx8
Lx8
Mx4

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 CUTTING GUIDE LAYOUT - SCULPTED CHAIR PROJECT PLAN

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Method:

1. Take the full size cutting template and glue it onto

cardboard before cutting the pieces out. It will now be easier
to trace around the profile onto the plywood sheet.

2. Trace the profiles of each component onto a sheet of

12mm plywood as per the suggested layout for cutting, note
the cutting list on this page for the correct numbers of each
component. It is possible to save material by placing the
components closer together, but make sure that you have
enough room for jig or band sawing. NOTE: multiples of any
individual component must always be oriented the same way
in relation to the grain to maintain uniformity in the finished
piece.

3. Cut out the individual components using a jig-saw or band

saw

4. Glue the components into separate blocked sections as

per Diagram 3. Do not attempt to glue all pieces together
at once if you do not have access to sufficient clamps. The
success and appearance of this piece is dependent on good
glue lines, so a little patience at this stage is worthwhile.

5. Glue the blocked sections to Section A starting with

Sections J, B and F. Ensure that the glue has firmly set
before removing the clamps. Continue the process moving
out from Section A. This process may take several days if
you are using a slow setting glue, but patience and care at
this time will be well rewarded.

6. Shaping can be achieved very quickly using the Arbortech

Woodcarver and Pro-Guard. Make sure your grinder has the
auxiliary handle fitted and that the grinder’s metal guard is
correctly fitted at 45 degrees. We recommend the use of the
Arbortech Pro-Guard together with the Woodcarver because
of added safety , and also because accidental overcutting
can be prevented by setting the depth of cut. It is also much
more pleasant work if the chips are directed away from you
rather than down your collar.
breathing protection.

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7. The secret to shaping three dimensionally is to begin by viewing the piece as a whole. Work
evenly from all directions, gradually coming down to the final shape. Do not overwork any one
section, but regularly step back to view your progress . There is no need to measure, if it looks right
to the eye, it is right.

8. Sanding is reduced considerably by achieving the best possible finish using the Arbortech
Woodcarver. Setting the Pro-Guard to a shallow depth of cut can be very useful in the final stages of
shaping as it prevents accidental overcutting. An angle grinder fitted with a rubber backed sanding
disc is the best way to finish shaping after using the Arbortech Woodcarver. The Arbortech Grinder
Sanding Kit (SAN100) is designed for just this purpose. Aggressive sanding is done using an 80 grit
sanding disc and then moving progressively to finer grades. It is not necessary to have the metal
guard fitted to the grinder during sanding however, as always, we recommend normal eye and
breathing protection.

9. Finish with ArborWax or ArborOil, or a wax polish or brush applied varnish by choice.

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