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Budget Bentwood Ring Essentials
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This is what I use to make bentwood rings. I included the veneer, glue, and other tools I've been using. If you're also interested in making bentwood rings, this list is for you!
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Wood Veneer
 
Shaping Tools
 
Glue & Finish

Wood Veneer

 
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Great unfinished veneers!
Domestic and Exotic Wood Veneer Pack - 5-1/2" to 7-1/2" Width - Mixed Variety - 10 Square Feet
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More veneer options that are more budget friendly.
Domestic Variety 3 Sq. Ft. Veneer Pack
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Shaping Tools

 
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I use this to boil the veneers.
Mainstays 8-Qt Stainless Steel Stock Pot with Metal Lid, Ultra Durable, Stay-Cool Handles, Hand Wash Only
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I wrap the boiled veneers in these once they're wrapped.
Annie International Rubber Bands - Black - 300ct
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I take the boiled veneers out of the pot and push them under the water with these.
Mainstays 12" Stainless Steel Locking Cooking Tongs Silver
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I use this to wrap boiled veneers for a specific ring size.
Bead Landing™ Ring Mandrell
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I use this to sand the edges of the ring after it's glued.
WARRIOR 0.7 Amp Rotary Tool Kit, 80-Piece
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Glue & Finish

 
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I use this after super glue to fill any gaps in the rolled wood.
Gorilla Wood Glue Natural Wood Color, 4 ounce Bottle
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I use this before the wood glue to create an initial bond.
Loctite Super Glue Liquid Longneck Bottle, Pack of 1, Clear 0.35 oz Bottle
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I use this after the ring has been glued and sanded to finish it.
LET'S RESIN 2 Part Resin and Hardener
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