Rocking chair or humidor band project?

[Mikey-OH]

So I've been playing around with the idea of taking all the bands I've been saving from cigars to either decorate my humidor top or to decorate a rocking chair to make my "smoking chair." I saw the chair idea at my local Tinder Box back home and thought it was a great idea. They used an Adirondack chair though, and I think I want to go with the rocking chair if I do that.

But basically I was looking for two things:

1. Which one of these two things do you think would be more practical or which one would you choose if you were in this situation?

2. What all do I need to do to ensure that these bands go on well? I'm guessing adheisive and some type of sealant or laquer for over top of the bands. But I don't really know.


Any input would be appreciated.

[BDurrani]

The rocking chair idea is awesome, never thought about it, very original.
It would require a great deal of bands compared to the humidor top.
I say you should do the rocking chair and the humidor top since the humidor top requires less bands.
As for putting the bands on, I don't have a clue.
Good luck on your project.

[ashauler]

Heftysmokes could probably help you with the details.....he just completed a bad-ass bar top: http://www.cigarsmokers.com/showthre...ht=bar+project

I think the chair is a cool idea, like Bilal said it will take a crap load of bands and I'm not too sure how the bands would take on the round surfaces....might be a challenge.

[Mizicke5273]

I think the rocking chair would be quite unique. Especially if you put the bands on the arm rests, and on the boarder of the back rest would look awesome.

[heftysmokes]

The rocking chair would be very cool, especially if it was made with lathed wood. You could wrap the bands around the round pieces like it was going around a cigar.
As far as adhering the bands to your chair (or humidor), I would suggest Elmer's Craft Glue. It's pretty much the exact same stuff as the paste kids ate in elementary school and it works as well if not better than any of the expensive stuff I tried. Also, you have a timeframe to adjust the band to your liking. One word of advice: make sure the back of your band is totally coated otherwise when you apply a seal over the top, any air trapped under the band will cause a bubble.
Good luck; be sure to post some pics.

[hex1848]

As far as adhering the bands to your chair (or humidor), I would suggest Elmer's Craft Glue. It's pretty much the exact same stuff as the paste kids ate in elementary school and it works as well if not better than any of the expensive stuff I tried. Also, you have a timeframe to adjust the band to your liking. One word of advice: make sure the back of your band is totally coated otherwise when you apply a seal over the top, any air trapped under the band will cause a bubble.
Good luck; be sure to post some pics.

What do you use to seal the bands? I've been thinking about the whole "using cigar bands to cover a humidor" project and then clear coating it with something, I just don't know what would be best to use.

[here'sjohnny]

to seal the bands i think a good thick coat of polyurothane would do the trick.

[heftysmokes]

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[heftysmokes]

What do you use to seal the bands? I've been thinking about the whole "using cigar bands to cover a humidor" project and then clear coating it with something, I just don't know what would be best to use.

Hex-
Sorry I missed this post until heresjohnny bumped it. On my bar project, I started by applying multiple coats of polycrilic (around 40) over the bands. The problem was, I wanted a smooth top surface, and even after that many coats of the poly, it was still really bumpy from the bands overlapping. Then my dad recommended EnviroTex, which is like a pourable plastic. It comes in a 2part container that you just mix and pour. It is self leveling and the box claims one application is equal to 50 coats of varnish.

to seal the bands i think a good thick coat of polyurothane would do the trick.

Here's johnny-
One thing to be aware of with the polyurethane- it has a tendency to yellow with some age. Even the products that say "non-yellowing" or something along those lines can start to take on a patina, especially if they are exposed to sunlight. Personally I like the look of the old poly when it starts to color with age, but it's something to look out for.

[here'sjohnny]

yeah the yellowing would probably be bad for allowing the bands to be seen through the surface. polycrillic as you said you were using might do better. i guess i havn't made anything that is old enough to see the yellowing effect. with the polycrillic did you try sanding it then applying a fresh coat? not sure if it would fog from the paper, but i think there is a fine enough grit to accomplish that, or even could you wet sand it like you would a car's paint?

[CJMaxey]

So I've been playing around with the idea of taking all the bands I've been saving from cigars to either decorate my humidor top or to decorate a rocking chair to make my "smoking chair." I saw the chair idea at my local Tinder Box back home and thought it was a great idea. They used an Adirondack chair though, and I think I want to go with the rocking chair if I do that.

But basically I was looking for two things:

1. Which one of these two things do you think would be more practical or which one would you choose if you were in this situation?

2. What all do I need to do to ensure that these bands go on well? I'm guessing adheisive and some type of sealant or laquer for over top of the bands. But I don't really know.


Any input would be appreciated.

Cool idea.
Ever decide on which one you were going to do? (or progress if you've started one)

As for Hefty's Bar top, very nice

[Mikey-OH]

At this point I think I'm looking into the rocking chair idea and will be hopefully starting it in the spring if I can. I'm unsure as to what type of chair I want to get though. The rocking chair would be nice but I've also looked into the Adirondack chairs as well. I actually saw a chair like I was thinking of doing outside of my local shop not too long ago. Now I just need to get probably 50 more bands to make anything worthwhile.

[Namerifrats]

You've gotten me started saving all of my bands now. I'm thinking of doing a similar project. Not sure what yet, maybe the humidor.

[Mikey-OH]

You've gotten me started saving all of my bands now. I'm thinking of doing a similar project. Not sure what yet, maybe the humidor.

Let me know what progress you make on it. I'd love to hear about it.

[DeeDubya]

Likewise, I've got quite a collection of bands, but I also have a hugh collection of wine corks. I am planning to put the "special" corks in a shadow box. The others I will make a wine cork bullitin board with a nice frame.
Anyway, I was thinking about using the lesser corks to wrap bands around and arrange them in a shadow box. Wine corks are about a 50 ring size so the bands will fit around them just like a cigar. Any thoughts?

Kind of like this, but you would never see a plastic cork in my collection!

[Mikey-OH]

Likewise, I've got quite a collection of bands, but I also have a hugh collection of wine corks. I am planning to put the "special" corks in a shadow box. The others I will make a wine cork bullitin board with a nice frame.
Anyway, I was thinking about using the lesser corks to wrap bands around and arrange them in a shadow box. Wine corks are about a 50 ring size so the bands will fit around them just like a cigar. Any thoughts?

Kind of like this, but you would never see a plastic cork in my collection!

Wow that's a real creative idea. I've never really heard of that before but it looks like it would definately be something really cool to create. Definately a nice addition to a bar area or office. It would be hanging I assume right? I could actually see someone placing glass over this type of thing and making it into a table too.

[AshLvr]

Mikey - by all means begin with your humidor. Most things in life do well when you start small and work up to big. Be sure to have enough bands to cover your total area before
you begin. The project will not have as appealing finish if you do not. Consider doing a
layout of the bands before you begin applying. As purely a suggestion, take similar bands
and create your personal initials within the overall layout. Particular attention to the framing
(outer boundaries) of your humidor will also add a classic touch. Verify your choice of
adhesives and sealants with an antique finisher as you will end up cherishing this workmanship for years to come.

Gentlelmen - this is also a nice side-hobby to use on cigar boxes, tool boxes, book covers,
ashtrays, photo frames.

Looking forward to seeing some very unique creativity in the pictures you will all send.

[AshLvr]

Mikey - by all means begin with your humidor. Most things in life do well when you start small and work up to big. Be sure to have enough bands to cover your total area before
you begin. The project will not have as appealing finish if you do not. Consider doing a
layout of the bands before you begin applying. As purely a suggestion, take similar bands
and create your personal initials within the overall layout. Particular attention to the framing
(outer boundaries) of your humidor will also add a classic touch. Verify your choice of
adhesives and sealants with an antique finisher as you will end up cherishing this workmanship for years to come.

Gentlelmen - this is also a nice side-hobby to use on cigar boxes, tool boxes, book covers,
ashtrays, photo frames.

Looking forward to seeing some very unique creativity in the pictures you will all send.