One of many ways -- and perhaps one of the easiest -- to increase moisture in wood is to boil it. This can be done without the need for special equipment.
Things You Will Need
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Fill a large pot with water. The pot must be large enough to hold the entire piece of wood. Any other container can be used as long as it can withstand high heat.
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Submerge the wood in the pot. Put a lid on top of the pot.
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Put the pot on the stove at high heat. Allow the wood to boil for 30 minutes for every 1/2 inch of wood thickness.
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Remove the wood from the water and bend it according to your needs. Wear thick leather gloves when handling the hot wood.
The Drip Cap
- Wood bending is a craft that dates back even to primitive tribal civilizations, especially for snow shoes in regions with heavy snowfall.
- Put a lid on top of the pot.
- Remove the wood from the water and bend it according to your needs.