These sculptures are designed using the oldest material for carving, wood,
in the modern way. The wood is peeled in layers and laminated into ply and
tanalised for outdoor use. I then laminate further using waterproof aerodux
glue. The ply wood has been rough sanded, leaving marks to represent feathering.
I expect to maintain the minimum ten year’s life expectancy given by the
manufacturer by further protection. There are two options:
1. The ply stained or natural to show the wood
grain, protected by two coats of epoxy resin. ("E" behind the model
number) The patterns made by the glue lines add interest to the natural grain.
2. The ply painted with four coats of solar guard paint ("P"
behind the model number).
The life expectancy can be increased by placing the
sculpture in a position sheltered from the weather.
The legs are 6.5 mm stainless steel rods, which are extra long, to stick
in the ground. The sculpture is easily shifted to a new location when mowing.
With a bit of wind, the sculpture becomes animated through movement of the
springy steel.
The legs can also be bend for a natural look, but then they are harder to
re-locate. the choice is yours.
For indoor display the birds are available with no surface treatment.
