Alrighty, here it goes:
I am considering turning small vessels to be filled with beeswax and a wick (candle) to sell and/or give as gifts. Nothing terribly large or crazy, just simple, classy, and attractive. Also, I do not have consistent access to a lot of wood varieties. Mostly local stuff around NC that I scavenge like oak, wild black (rum) cherry, crepe myrtle, gum, etc.
The concern is the flame from the wick on the candle. What is a good way to combat this? Would coating the inside of the piece with epoxy before adding wax work? Is there a fire resistant finish to use for such projects? Is this even an issue at all? Does the species of wood really matter?
All guidance is appreciated, I am not a really experiences wood turner but want to start making different items to expand my experience which are still useful.
I am considering turning small vessels to be filled with beeswax and a wick (candle) to sell and/or give as gifts. Nothing terribly large or crazy, just simple, classy, and attractive. Also, I do not have consistent access to a lot of wood varieties. Mostly local stuff around NC that I scavenge like oak, wild black (rum) cherry, crepe myrtle, gum, etc.
The concern is the flame from the wick on the candle. What is a good way to combat this? Would coating the inside of the piece with epoxy before adding wax work? Is there a fire resistant finish to use for such projects? Is this even an issue at all? Does the species of wood really matter?
All guidance is appreciated, I am not a really experiences wood turner but want to start making different items to expand my experience which are still useful.