The workshop log and maintenance archive

Sand-casting bronze weights

Examining the thermal tolerances and surface textures produced when pouring molten bronze into compacted silica sand molds without chemical binders.

Seasoning European white oak

A chronological record of air-drying schedules, moisture meter readings, and grain stability tests maintained across four seasonal cycles.

Unbleached flax and raw cotton density

Measuring warp and weft counts per square inch to determine long-term tensile strength and drape characteristics in daily household use.

Form follows everyday use through honest materials, longevity, and repair over disposal.

Apply cold-pressed linseed oil with a lint-free cotton cloth along the grain. Allow twenty minutes for penetration before buffing the surface dry.

Timber Maintenance Protocol 04