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Technique for use of Great Stuff foam on the inside boat?

We have a sailboat steel insulated removable styrofoam against the hull. However, without isolating the space exists in long narrow areas between the wooden slats in the ribs of the hull and the hull itself. We would like to use spray foam Great things to fill this space, but ask for suggestions on how to accomplish this. Would rather spray before replacing polystyrene foam pieces larger, because otherwise the spray foam would be more or less cement the pieces in place, making it difficult hull inspection later. Spray and then carve when is wet it is likely that compromises the insulating properties. On the other hand, cutting overflow after drying can damage our newly painted interior. Any suggestions as to how to make an effective application of spray foam?

If I were to do this I would put the paper in sytrofoam and where the great material is going to go. The paper Styrofoam protect and allow removed for inspection. Glue the paper down before using the spray. Regards, Dan

The Tribal Eye: Behind The Mask (wood carving excerpt)

11 PIECE WOOD CARVING SET- HARBOUR FREIGHT TOOLS – 2 STRAIGHT GOUGE:3/16,1/4-3 STRAIGHT CHISEL: 1/8,3/16,1/4 – 2 V-GROOVE:3/16,1/4 – 2 BENT GROOVE:3/32,1/4 – 2 SKEW:3/16,1/4 $17.95 2 STRAIGHT GOUGE : 3/16″, 1/4″ 3 STRAIGHT CHISEL : 1/4 “, 1/8″, 3/16″ 2 V-GROOVE : 3/16″, 1/4″ 2 BENT GROOVE : 3/32″, 1/4″ 2 SKEW : 3/16″, 1/4″…

The Beginner’s Handbook of Woodcarving: With Project Patterns for Line Carving, Relief Carving, Carving in the Round, and Bird Carving $6.65 In this wonderful resource for both novice and veteran carvers, two masters of the craft present detailed instructions and illustrations on how to confidently carve animals, flowers, figures, and more. The authors also include handy tips on tools, techniques, painting, finishing, and even how to exhibit finished pieces. “An excellent book for all carvers.” — The Mallet….

Carving the Human Face: Capturing Character and Expression in Wood $15.23 Chronicling the stages in creating a realistic human face from wood and packed with detailed images of finished carvings, this reference offers a wealth of technical how-to information for woodworkers and artists. Helpful guidance includes advice on handling tools, tips for working wood to resemble the shape of skin and muscles, and hints on carving realistic hats and headdresses. More than 20 …

Carving for Kids: An Introduction to Woodcarving $9.81 The simple and beautiful art of woodcarving is adapted for children of all ages in this introduction to coaxing shapes and figures from solid blocks of wood. Requiring only a few tools and some inspiration, the projects in this collection are perfectly suited to building the skills it takes to work with wood. Safety and adult supervision are emphasized, but children will be able to complete the ag…