07/07/2026
Next course: 18th July 2026 steam bending with Charlie Whinney.
Steam bending is an ancient woodworking process which is found on every continent. Most traditionally used in boat building and barrel making, it was pioneered in the modern sense by Austrian Michael Thonet, between 1830 and 1860.
Wood is a composite material, made of lignin and cellulose. When heated to 100°C with steam, the lignin becomes plastic enough for the material to be physically manipulated into new forms. It is a strong, stable and low-energy method of manufacturing wooden products and furniture, or to be used in many other woodworking craft and design applications.
Cost : £240.00 all material included
Book on via our website :
https://marcfish.co.uk/steam-bending-with-charlie-whinney/