I'm working on replacing the baseboard on a curved wall, but I can't do kerf cuts since the baseboard has a profile, and flexible trim won't match the existing stained baseboards. I'm planning to bend the wood and clamp it while it dries. My idea is to soak it in hot water for a day using a sous vide to keep the water warm. However, the problem is that the piece I need to bend is around 5 feet long, and I can't find a suitable vessel to soak it in—everything seems too short or wide. Any suggestions?
3 Answers
A kiddie pool could work well for this! You can grab one for about ten bucks, and it should be long enough for your piece.
One approach is to create a steam box using a capped PVC pipe. You can run some steam into it while soaking the wood, giving you more control over the heating. Just ensure to keep the pipe secure!
Have you thought about using a piece of guttering? You could also opt for a long PVC pipe. Just cap one end and possibly add a steam source for better results. Given that your piece is 5 feet long and fairly narrow, this should be suitable!
I wonder if a gutter is deep enough for the immersion circulator? But it could be an option to consider.