Making a shaving stand

[Compaq]

I want to make my own shaving stand in wood. I'm not sure if this is the right forum, as it's related and not related to shaving at the same time

So, what should I keep in mind other than making the "holes" for the brush/razor big enough? Should I coat the result with something?

 

[luvmysuper]

I want to make my own shaving stand in wood. I'm not sure if this is the right forum, as it's related and not related to shaving at the same time

So, what should I keep in mind other than making the "holes" for the brush/razor big enough? Should I coat the result with something?

Polyurethane is a good thing when you have wood exposed to consistent moisture.
Marine Shellac looks very nice, but not sure how it would hold up in terms of soap and moisture exposure in the long run.

 

[SevereWX]

Spar varnish would do the trick for protecting the wood.

Try and avoid using finishes like Linseed Oil, Tung Oil or Wax. Those types of finishes will leave you with white spots wherever water touches. Sort of like those coffee table rings you see on some furniture where someone set down a cup and it sweated onto the wood.

 

[Young&Reckless]

i would like to see your final results and what you did because i too would like to make one

 

[bookamatches]

i would like to see your final results and what you did because i too would like to make one

I would like to see your results as well. Good luck on the project.

 

[double- edge- dave]

Yeah when you are done you should post some pics, I would like to see it as well.

 

[JCD]

I don't use a brush stand but I made my razor stand and brush handle out of cedar and I gave them a few coats of lacquer and both are holding up well.

 

[Pumpkin]

My first (prototype) stand I've made hasn't been "finished" with anything yet! The wood came from the box that held a bottle of vintage Port. I dry my razor before putting it in it's place and my brush is held by the handle so there's not a lot of water in prolonged contact with the wood.
I'll be making a second one once I've settled on a "regular" set up. I'm probably just going to use a basic, exterior varnish.

Main tip is standard carpentry advice..."measure twice, cut once"

i would like to see your final results and what you did because i too would like to make one

Q for the Mods. Is there an existing thread where we can post some results?

 

[Compaq]

Heym thanks for great answers. I will post some pics when I'm done. Don't expect work worthy of a craftman, though Anyway, I suppose I perhaps can mail someone with this as field of expertice as well.

One question: I suppose the point of gravity must be pretty low, or else it won't be a very stable stand. What is the heaviest, a razor or a brush (with real horn handle)? I'm thinking the brush.

 

[hkshane]

I was thinking of having a wooden one made. Please post photos when you can. Sounds cool.

 

[Pumpkin]

One question: I suppose the point of gravity must be pretty low, or else it won't be a very stable stand. What is the heaviest, a razor or a brush (with real horn handle)? I'm thinking the brush.

Probably your brush. Really depends on the design...mine's basically a 3 sided box, standing on the "open" side. Height is only a little bit more than the depth. Makes it pretty stable.

 

[mrbear]

I as well am interested in your results. Good luck.

 

[A_Jameson]

As long as you have a large enough base you shouldn't have to worry too much about tipping if you're doing a brush/razor combo. I'd also make it out of a hardwood as opposed to something soft like pine.

 

[dog]

here is a thread where someone made a really nice looking stand.

http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=124981&highlight=shaving+stand

 

[Compaq]

here is a thread where someone made a really nice looking stand.

http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=124981&highlight=shaving+stand

Man, that was one neat stand! Unfortunately I don't have that much space. Also, I'm thinking along the minimalistic lines. I got an idea today. Here's my vision:

I have some sort of base. Perhaps a round one, I'm not sure. I then have one or two "legs" that goes upwards. On these, I will simply fasten parts of a clothes hangar (see here: the bent part at the top of the hangar). That part I will bend to fit my two brushes and my razor. Also, I got a little inspiration from the link you posted, and I'll see if I can fit my toothbrush in there also. I want to make it as small as possible, yet fit as many things as possible without being unstable. I'll post pics when I'm done, though I'm not sure when that'll be. I hope to start as soon as possible. My new brush will probably arrive this week

-Compaq-

 

[Deltaboy]

I made one from a pants coat hanger.

 

[Compaq]

Cool deltaboy Can I see it

 

[dog]

This isn't the most elegant solution, but have you seen this? Might provide some more inspiration.

http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Your-Own-Razor-and-Shaving-Brush-Stand/

 

[sodajerk]

Compaq - check this thread http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=127932 for some wooden stand ideas. I got a couple I might use! )

 

[Monkeydad]

I made one and finished it with a red mahogany stain and a ton of polyurethane. Just be sure to let it sit a while to completely dry and harden before sitting your shave bowl on the base (if that's part of your design). I sat mine on too early and it left a ring/indentation on the finish. I had to sand it back down and refinish. I finally picked up a square, marble coaster and use that under the bowl to keep it completely dry and to avoid a "white ring" like when you leave a drinking glass on a glossy-finished table.