So my mark 1 prototype is off the lathe and the chipboard has been sawn off.
Testing some different waxes/oils on spare segments to see what they look like on the walnut and sycamore.
Decided to make a quick base for it from some 6mm birch ply (would probably have preferred to use more sycamore but the birch will do for the mark 1).
Gluing the base on.
After that, it was a case of a bit more sanding and applying some Danish oil (the oil that I decided suited best).
So thats the main body finished bar a few more coats of the Danish.
My main decision now is what do to for a lid. I’ve been thinking about how important it is, especially for the mark 1 prototype, for it to be sealed so the user can’t get the food waste out once its in.
Donald Struthers Honours Project 