Use thin hardwoods like cherry or maple, or softer options like basswood for easier cutting. 2. Drilling Entry Holes
Drill small holes in the waste areas of your design. Try to place them near a corner or straight line to make your starting cut easier.
Spray adhesive for patterns, sandpaper of various grits (from 320 for leveling to 2000 for finishing), and a drill with bits for creating entry holes. fret work step-by-step pdf
Guitar Luthier Tool Kit Including Fret Crowning File, Fret Leveler Sanding Beam, Fret Rocker, String Spreaders, Fingerboard Guards, and Replacement
Choose a design appropriate for your skill level. For beginners, simple geometric or floral motifs are recommended. Use thin hardwoods like cherry or maple, or
Fret hammers, crowning files, and radius sanding blocks. Step-by-Step Fretwork Guide 1. Pattern Selection and Preparation
Print your pattern and adhere it to the wood using a light layer of spray adhesive. Try to place them near a corner or
For any internal or "pierced" design, you must create an entry point for the blade.
Use a scrap backer board while drilling to prevent the wood from splintering on the underside. Go to product viewer dialog for this item.
Use thin hardwoods like cherry or maple, or softer options like basswood for easier cutting. 2. Drilling Entry Holes
Drill small holes in the waste areas of your design. Try to place them near a corner or straight line to make your starting cut easier.
Spray adhesive for patterns, sandpaper of various grits (from 320 for leveling to 2000 for finishing), and a drill with bits for creating entry holes.
Guitar Luthier Tool Kit Including Fret Crowning File, Fret Leveler Sanding Beam, Fret Rocker, String Spreaders, Fingerboard Guards, and Replacement
Choose a design appropriate for your skill level. For beginners, simple geometric or floral motifs are recommended.
Fret hammers, crowning files, and radius sanding blocks. Step-by-Step Fretwork Guide 1. Pattern Selection and Preparation
Print your pattern and adhere it to the wood using a light layer of spray adhesive.
For any internal or "pierced" design, you must create an entry point for the blade.
Use a scrap backer board while drilling to prevent the wood from splintering on the underside. Go to product viewer dialog for this item.
