Chainsaw Carvings
Care Instructions
Thank you for purchasing a unique chainsaw carving.
A chainsaw carving is a work of art that is made to last a long time if cared for right. However, the wood appearance won’t necessarily stay in prime condition unless you take special care to maintain it.
Following a regular treatment plan and paying attention to environmental conditions will help it to stay beautiful for many years.
Cracking
Chainsaw sculptures are for the most part carved from wide diameter logs rather than a slice of a log. It is the nature of a log to check or crack as it dries.
What that means to you as a owner of a chainsaw carving?....well it means your carving is most likely going to crack. It’s part of the natural process so you might as well enjoy it.
Displaying your carving
Wood can split, crack, rot, fade, burn and/or be attacked by insects. Putting a little thought into where and how it is displayed can help your carving to last.
Do not set your carving directly on the ground, this includes: soil, grass or concrete (its your choice though). Have the carving rest on something like a paving stone or sacrificial sticks will help from water damage or insect damage. Do not set your carving directly on your deck or cement walkway as staining or fading to the deck or walkway could occur.
Heat from either desert sunshine or even the household heat (indoors) will dry the wood quickly which can cause additional cracking. Avoid these when possible or be prepared to renew the finish more frequently as described below.
Rain is not much of a problem for a properly sealed carving. Frequent drenching with water (irrigation, etc) increases the likelihood of water damage - try to display your carving beyond the reach of your lawn sprinkler. Keeping it properly sealed is very important if displayed in a wet location or climate.
Protect the carving from excessive sunlight and heat by trying to place it in a shady spot if possible. Excessive heat in the summer months can rapidly dry out the timber and cause excessive cracking. If the weather becomes very hot, then oil more frequently .
In winter if possible try to place your carving under cover but outside. Ice and snow can penetrate cracks and force them apart when freezing.
Maintaining the Finish
Most of the carvings are sealed with Penofin penetrating oil finish (cedar) which can be purchased at hardware stores. This can be brushed or sprayed on. When cracks develop, I use a brush and let the penetrating oil run into the crack and seal the newly exposed wood.
I recommend that any carving displayed outdoors be re-sealed with penetrating oil each spring and fall.
Theft
Sadly, it happens on occasion. Report any stolen carving to the police just as you would any other crime. On prevention side of this - a long eye bolt screwed to the carving attached to a chain and secured to something can help. Sure, the bolt can be removed by anyone, but slowing them down may be enough to deter them.
If you have any questions please contact me.
Care Instructions
Thank you for purchasing a unique chainsaw carving.
A chainsaw carving is a work of art that is made to last a long time if cared for right. However, the wood appearance won’t necessarily stay in prime condition unless you take special care to maintain it.
Following a regular treatment plan and paying attention to environmental conditions will help it to stay beautiful for many years.
Cracking
Chainsaw sculptures are for the most part carved from wide diameter logs rather than a slice of a log. It is the nature of a log to check or crack as it dries.
What that means to you as a owner of a chainsaw carving?....well it means your carving is most likely going to crack. It’s part of the natural process so you might as well enjoy it.
Displaying your carving
Wood can split, crack, rot, fade, burn and/or be attacked by insects. Putting a little thought into where and how it is displayed can help your carving to last.
Do not set your carving directly on the ground, this includes: soil, grass or concrete (its your choice though). Have the carving rest on something like a paving stone or sacrificial sticks will help from water damage or insect damage. Do not set your carving directly on your deck or cement walkway as staining or fading to the deck or walkway could occur.
Heat from either desert sunshine or even the household heat (indoors) will dry the wood quickly which can cause additional cracking. Avoid these when possible or be prepared to renew the finish more frequently as described below.
Rain is not much of a problem for a properly sealed carving. Frequent drenching with water (irrigation, etc) increases the likelihood of water damage - try to display your carving beyond the reach of your lawn sprinkler. Keeping it properly sealed is very important if displayed in a wet location or climate.
Protect the carving from excessive sunlight and heat by trying to place it in a shady spot if possible. Excessive heat in the summer months can rapidly dry out the timber and cause excessive cracking. If the weather becomes very hot, then oil more frequently .
In winter if possible try to place your carving under cover but outside. Ice and snow can penetrate cracks and force them apart when freezing.
Maintaining the Finish
Most of the carvings are sealed with Penofin penetrating oil finish (cedar) which can be purchased at hardware stores. This can be brushed or sprayed on. When cracks develop, I use a brush and let the penetrating oil run into the crack and seal the newly exposed wood.
I recommend that any carving displayed outdoors be re-sealed with penetrating oil each spring and fall.
Theft
Sadly, it happens on occasion. Report any stolen carving to the police just as you would any other crime. On prevention side of this - a long eye bolt screwed to the carving attached to a chain and secured to something can help. Sure, the bolt can be removed by anyone, but slowing them down may be enough to deter them.
If you have any questions please contact me.