Faux Wood(grain) Updated

Made on a Glowforge
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I turned the wood grain photo black and white and tweaked the contrast a bit. The design looked like this:

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I used a sheet of MDF with a white face so that the unengraved parts would stay white. I didn’t have any draftboard left at the time, but I always have some of that white MDF on hand to make certain products.

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thanks! I wonder how painting MDF and engraving would work. also for those who just want to experiment is a place with free download wood images to try without the hassle of photo shooting.

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where do you get your white mdf? OOPS ! didn’t see the highlighted link. thanks again.

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From JPPlus here: White Duro Laserable Wood

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Thanks. do you 1/8" or 1/4"

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I love the look of these. Though, I’m sorry about their theft.

Michael

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Love the “aged” look!

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Did you stain afterward?

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I didn’t do anything but cut and engrave

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I have the same product and I use watercolor paints.

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