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Steam bending wood is not an exact science, despite it being a time-honored proce

ss. Wood in most cases just wants to retain its current shape. That’s what lignum and those other wood fibers are designed to do. Here’s a truism you need to know: if you are going to attempt to steam bend wood, you are going to break some pieces. It’s inevitable. But with that said, it is a way to make some beautiful woodworking projects, like these coat hooks. They’re a great starter project for getting your feet wet in steam bending, because you’ll learn about springback, creating two different- shaped curves on a single piece of wood and how to make a two-piece form. Make while you learn — it’s a win-win! The most basic concept in steam bending is...

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