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Old 13-05-2008, 02:54 AM posted to rec.gardens.bamboo
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Default Drying Bamboo

On May 12, 11:36*am, "HLee" wrote:
What specie of bamboo do you have? Some species do'nt dry well and some
don't. I prepare my flute blanks by heat treat them to draw out resin and
wipe off with a cloth, then soak them in denature alcohol for 2-3 days.
After that I let them sit in a cool place for 1/2 to 2 years.


What benefit does the alcohol provide?