KAYAK BUILDING CLASS

Scarfing wood

Moist gunwhale wood curves into shape

Science has it that a wood joint bigger than 1:12 slowly starts being stronger than wood without a joint. At 1:15 it is clearly stronger but stiffer.

So, how do you want your joint?

Scarfing is not just about tall beams. Today's strong glue can make you a broad plank.

Bow and stern stems
Needed some extra width
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