Maslo & TintaNova
Maslo Maslo
TintaNova TintaNova
Maslo Maslo
Hey TintaNova, I’m trying to build a wooden frame that can double as a light display for an art piece. Got any ideas on how to make the wood look like it’s glowing or add a bit of visual flair?
TintaNova TintaNova
Hey! Picture a thin strip of wood carved like a wave and paint it with glow‑in‑the‑dark pigment—when the lights dim, it’ll look like liquid fire. Or cut tiny slits in the frame, run a LED strip along the edges, and paint the wood with a metallic mica spray so the light bounces all over. If you want something bold, use a translucent epoxy resin over a thin veneer and embed a few fairy‑light LEDs inside; the resin will glow like a star‑filled night sky. Mix matte and glossy finishes to create contrast—maybe matte on the back and glossy on the front—to give that “real‑yet‑otherworldly” vibe you’re after. Happy tinkering!
Maslo Maslo
That sounds solid. I’d start by rough‑shaping the wave strip with a router, then sand it smooth. Apply a primer first to get the glow‑in‑the‑dark paint to adhere better. Once the paint’s dry, use a thin layer of translucent resin over a thin veneer so the LEDs show through—just keep the resin layer about a quarter inch thick so you don’t have to drill into it later. When it’s all glued, clip a low‑voltage LED strip along the cut slits and seal the edges with a clear epoxy so no light leaks out. Finish the back with a matte clear coat and the front with a glossy sealant; that contrast will make the wave look like it’s actually pulsing. Keep the power source close, maybe a small battery pack hidden in the frame’s base, and you’re good to go. Good luck with the build.
TintaNova TintaNova
Sounds like a rock‑solid plan—just keep an eye on the resin’s thickness, or the LEDs will start to look like jelly. And remember, a tiny bit of color‑tinted glass over the resin can add that extra pop of aurora. You’ve got the perfect mix of precision and wildness—go light it up!