What Is This Material?
- Weight and Wood: Paulownia is a very lightweight wood. Even with layers of paint, glue, and additional elements, the star remains light and does not bend the thin branches of the Christmas tree.
- Edges: They are dark from the laser cutting. Sometimes they leave a little soot when first touched, which comes off easily with a quick wipe using a dry cloth or napkin before you start working.
- Surface: Light-colored, without varnish or primer. It absorbs paint, markers, ink, and glue directly.
- The hole: Located at one end (about 2.5–3 mm in diameter)—designed for twine, ribbon, thread, or thin wire.
- Thickness and Water: At a thickness of 2.5 mm, plywood is susceptible to moisture and may warp slightly as it dries if it becomes heavily saturated with water or heavily diluted paints. Using a drier brush and a moderate amount of adhesive keeps it completely flat.
Work Conduct
- With paint: The wood absorbs the paint quickly. Lighter shades fade slightly toward the center, and the grain becomes visible. A preliminary coat of white paint or primer makes the colors on top rich and vibrant.
- After the first coat: Water-based paints or varnishes cause the fine wood fibers to stand up slightly, making the surface feel rough to the touch. A quick rub with a piece of fine sandpaper after drying removes the fibers and restores the smoothness for the next color.
- For decoupage: The wet napkin becomes semi-transparent. On the wooden surface, the motif darkens slightly, while when placed on top of previously applied white paint, it retains its true colors.
- Protection: Raw wood absorbs dust and moisture from the air. A thin coat of clear varnish seals the finished decoration if it will be placed in a more humid area or outdoors.












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