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How to unwarp timber top of cabinet?

Kaypee
Growing in Experience

How to unwarp timber top of cabinet?

I have been given an antique highboy (family heirloom) to refurbish and revarnish.  I am confident of obtaining a good finish. However, I have a problem with top of the cabinet. The timber top, which measures approximately 100 x 40 x 8mm is seriously warped and I really want to preserve it..............can I wet it thoroughly and weight it flat with bricks or must I use (say) steam which I have no easy access to? Incidently, I am confident I can repair the split in the side panel ( see image 1).

Additionally, can you tell me where I can access the very small turned 'feet' shown in image 3.

Regards

 

Kaypee

 

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Kaypee
Growing in Experience

Re: De-warping timber top of cabinet

Thanks Nailbag..............I'll probably contact the local Men's Shed and see if they can help with the turned 'feet'.

Kaypee
Growing in Experience

Re: De-warping timber top of cabinet

Thanks Dave, for the hints re the wetting the wood down. I shall attempt it in the near future

Kaypee
Growing in Experience

Re: De-warping timber top of cabinet

Noyade.....the mention of the Men's shed appears a great idea.

Kaypee
Growing in Experience

Re: How to unwarp timber top of cabinet?

Thanks JoeAzza for your comments

Kaypee
Growing in Experience

Re: De-warping timber top of cabinet

Yep...........looks like the Men's Shed is part of the procedure !

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