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Three Questions from a Novice

Posted by Wee Peter on June 22, 2013 at 2:58pm in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion
I'm attempting to make a CBG as a gift. The box I want to use has a lovely decal across the top and wraps around the sides. What's the best way to protect it from tearing when cutting the notch for the neck? The box has a nice finish but should I apply some kind of sealant to protect the sticker before final assembly? Finally, the lid has a routed edge. How do I compensate for that in order to bring the neck flush to the top? Thanks in advance. BB

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  • Craig Mayhem June 24, 2013 at 12:36pm

    2nd vote for scoring/cutting the notch in  the label with an xacto knife. 

    To protect the final product on boxes with labels, I also poly or lacquer over them and superglue any edges that are lifting.

  • Kevin (Voodoo Rat) Hoelting June 24, 2013 at 7:47am

    Scoring the decal with a razor knife along the cut line also helps with the tearing.

  • The Phrygian Kid June 23, 2013 at 7:36am
    Put a old towel or blanket down on your bench, the easiest way to scuff these things up is as you're finishing em off. It is a nice box
  • Reeds Taylor June 23, 2013 at 12:23am

    yup....looks like your on your way....

  • Slowpaw Steve T June 22, 2013 at 4:15pm

    Masking tape for delicate surfaces should do for your cutting, the lines should be easier to see too. As for a protective finish, most use gloss spray lacquer for a nice finish, i usually spray the box with a couple of coats to keep the surface clean during building.   (-: 

  • Reeds Taylor June 22, 2013 at 4:07pm

    Can you put a picture up of the box please...and I'll try and help with the sticker business....

    • Wee Peter > Reeds Taylor June 22, 2013 at 4:42pm
      Thanks for the replies. Picture attached. Think I had an "a-ha" moment regarding the lid. Cutting a notch in the very top takes care of the routed edge. Now to notch the neck.

      Wee Peter

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  • Reeds Taylor June 22, 2013 at 4:05pm

    306074299?profile=originalPay attention to the different cuts....hope this helps!

    • The Phrygian Kid > Reeds Taylor June 23, 2013 at 7:39am
      This makes no sense to me whatsoever....
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