HOW I TURN $10 WOOD INTO $200 ART Fractal Wood Burning 

FYI this is supposedly the most common DIY on RU-vid that leads to hospitalization.

Right! I looked this up while watching a show where people were killed doing this project. Low and behold, majority of comments saying it will kill you!

Need to put a disclaimer on how dangerous this is at the beginning. Some idiot might fry themselves trying your get rich quick scheme. Don't want that blood on your hands brother.

My X-brother-in-law was electrocuted doing this 2 years ago

⚠️PLEASE READ THIS⚠️ Great piece of furniture! Also, this shows you that electricity DOES NOT take the path of least resistance, as many people believe. It takes ALL the available paths, all at once, as you can see from the fractal burn pattern. Otherwise, we would just have one thick burn mark along the path of least resistance. According to Ohm's law, I = V/R (current = voltage over resistance). This means that the current passing through a certain path is directly proportional to the voltage and inversely proportional to the resistance of said path. This, however, doesn't mean that current doesn't flow through the path. It just means that there will be less current flowing through a more resistant path. If current really took only the path of least resistance, you wouldn't be able to turn on more than one light in your home. Now, let's say the more resistant path is your body, and the less resistant path is the workpiece. If you touch the workpiece or even get close, an amount of current WILL flow through your body and may be enough to shock you. So, be very careful: 1. WEAR INSULATING GLOVES AND SHOES 2. DON'T GET NEAR THE ELECTRODES OR THE WORKPIECE WHILE CURRENT IS ON 3. DO THIS OUTSIDE IN CASE OF FIRE 4. DON'T LET ANYONE (PETS, KIDS...) NEAR THE WORKPIECE 5. DON'T DO THIS IN A HUMID ENVIRONMENT, AS AIR WILL BE MORE CONDUCTIVE If this is your first time working with electricity, please think twice about taking on this project. Current is inherently dangerous and doesn't behave intuitively like water. Danger shouldn't stop you from achieving your goals, but rather get you thinking about how to do it properly.

The single most deadly project on YT, by actual count. Please be careful.

A video with explaining the how's and why's of what you do is so much more useful.

This is such a dangerous technique.

Don't do it. My son, 39 years old, 3 small children, died June 1st this year.. from doing this!

Your burning setup has some serious flaws. I hate that you stepped over the connected leads, even if they weren't energized at that moment. Don't post a video of you trying something at home then saying don't try it at home. There's no reason to keep spreading this one staggeringly dangerous technique.

Should always remind people just how really dangerous this practice is. The power of the electricity used is equivalent to an electric chair, one mistake and you'll most likely die. The electricity will run through and burn up your nerves and muscle, a really painful way to go. And even if you somehow survive the shock you still run the risk of dying from your injuries. When muscle gets damaged from electricity your body releases enzymes that break it down. The damaged part of your body is pretty much decomposing. You'll be lucky if all you need is amputation. All in all, this practice should never be taken lightly

That much current scares the crap out of me.

Remember kids; electricity won't just kill you, it will make it hurt the whole time.

You are OUT OF YOUR MIND!!

DON'T DO IT! It's 2000v that can leap to you. Not only will most likely die, you will also be horrendously scarred. Missing fingers, holes in your body, 3rd degree burns...

Seriously you are shilling this crap death trap idea; please be more responsible and explain that it’s a extremely dangerous idea.

Looks like more than $200 worth of work went into that. Looks good.

What does the baking soda water do? conduct the electricity better? what is the mix ratio? Was that a transformer from a microwave that you use?

This is certainly not a "do in your own shop" project. Many people have been killed just moving the gear around, let alone using it. Keeping it isolated in that case was an excellent idea.

The charcuterie attempt is hilarious 😂

What is the breakdown resistance of the insulation on the cables you are using? If those are jumper cables for car batteries I seriously doubt it is the 2kV to 4kV being put out by your MW transformer. And I doubt those gloves are even sufficient at those voltages. What are they rated at? And do you test your gloves for pinhole leaks every time before you use them by rolling them up to see if they will retain air at least? A pinhole in your insulation can get you killed. And as for the E-Stop on the case - nice decoration. But if there is no one there to hit it when your muscles are frozen from shock you are dead. You think you are safe. You are not. Military experience in electronics. Postal Service experience with high voltage and current. BSEET, University of Massachusetts.

If I would use a microwave transformer and jumper cable clamps to do fractal wood burning in my shop my liability and worker’s comp policies would be cancelled and OSHA would have a cow fit. Hope you have your funeral arrangements pre-paid because with your set-up it’s playing Russian roulette.

I used to make signs for a living commercial I see alot of potential here. For that and home decor, mantels, shelves with wood bracket etc.

A lot of people and I mean a lot have been seriously injured or even died doing this. Please, please don’t try this..

A 23 year old young man in my town died 3 days ago doing this. And he was a certified electrician.

This is extremely dangerous and so many have died trying this. Please please don't. Videos like this slip through but they are normally taken down because of how dangerous this process is.

this is DANGEROUS

Glad in didn't know about this when i was young! Or i probably wouldnt have reached 84. Must be something safer than 2000v microwave blaster?

If you were to do this on some turned bowls, it would look amazing. Maybe a collaboration with another woodturning channel if you don’t do it yourself

I thought these videos were banned for being WAY too dangerous??!!? So many people have died trying this, please don't.

I’m aware of several people burning down their garages & attached homes from doing this. Please, discover a less dangerous art to take up. It’s just not worth it.

I think it would be better for the channel creator to add a pinned comment warning about the dangers of fractal wood burning. Anne Reardon made a video about how, at the time of her video, there were 34 known mortalities due to doing this. It's way too easy to move your hand into the wrong area and, if a loved one doesnt find you lifeless on the floor, you will lose the limbs you used to put this to work.

when you tried to set the mat across the sawhorses I had a slight concern for your safety with the upcoming part. However, I see you have the transformer in an enclosure with a kill switch. I didn't see it but assume you're using a dead-mans switch. I would definitely be careful reapplying the solution while its connected mid burn. You never know if a kid or pet might come running in and step on the switch or something might fall on it. I've seen final destination too many times. Looks amazing.

That charcuterie spread really pulls that project together...

In some alternate world, trees make art out of human skin.

It would of been great if you told the viewers "touch the wood = instant painful death"

uh... it's pretty. pretty deadly. research how many people have died doing this, it's not a simple craft for anyone to try.

I can’t wait to make some $200 artwork, just need $10,000+ worth of equipment and a mortgage for a house with a workshop.

I gota hand it to ya this is the 1st i have ever seen this and im very impressed . It looks like trees growing inside of a tree. Very cool.

Somewhere in the region of 84 people have died from doing this. It's extremely stupid to encourage people to do it!

BEFORE trying this please watch Ann Reardons video on wood burning and the deaths and horrific injuries associated 💛

Cool however I’m scared. I’ll just watch.

I think my life would be worth more than $200.

The clicks you get from this video aren't worth the anguish of causing even 1 death my guy.

I’m currently going to School for gun smithing. After watching your video, I’m curious can this particular method be used to create rifle stocks?.

I've seen a few videos about this. Seems like the microwave transformer is the fast way to do this, but way more dangerous. Supposedly you can use lower voltage and get the same effects, just not as powerful so it's slower and a little harder to figure out since it takes longer. The microwave transformer will probably kill you if you screw up though, or at least put you in the hospital with permanent injuries you will likely never fully recover from. Still take all the precautions with the gloves and not being close while it's running, but at least you aren't flipping a coin with your life on the line every time you screw up. Actually probably significantly worse than flipping a coin, even when you win you still lose. I think someone on one of the videos was saying it's something like a 70% death rate if you are electrocuted by a microwave transformer, and basically all the other 30% are hospitalized with permanent damage.

So, let's review. A video like this that people say has led to multiple accidents and deaths , we don't have to sign in to watch but a video of someone getting punched we do have to sign in for.

It's beautiful. You put a lot of care into it ❤️

Over 30 people have DIED in the U.S A. doing this! Several woodworkers associations have agreed to not talk about this process due to the extreme danger! Do not popularize this!

Love the banana a carrots !! Nice touch. Thanks for the demo.

Friend and co-worker just died from doing this yesterday as a hobby and his 10 year old son found him

Hold up. Did you just use your plunge router base as a drill press guide? Or is that a rig made for your drill? Super nice pieces man

This is potentially able to deliver a lethal shock, no circuit breaker.

Of course, with most of these it's more like turning $10 worth of wood into a $20,000 hospital bill.

Wow someone with actual good tools, dudes a pro take notes

This method is responsible for several deaths and I thought it was banned on social media.

It is Dangerous, I just have to step back and flip a switch. Safety is KEY

You didn’t charge enough, that’s easily a $500 board

Youre just asking for it using that table saw like that without a fence. All it takes is that blade to bite down when that wood gets just a little bit off square with that blade.

Very cool. I thought about learning this, but I have a heighten fear of electricity.

Good work! Pretty piece!

Don’t try this ever, I have had three friends die from this highly dangerous procedure. Yes there are steps you can take to be some what save but it isn’t worth it.

I think it would of look great with a chain so that it couldhang like art. All in all very nice work.

Nice work, never heard about fractal wood burning before. Keep it up 😀

I would say, it’s not worth the risk unless you know how to sell online (not as easy as someone may think) or you live in a large city with a lot of shows. I haven’t found this style to be particularly better at selling than any other kind of woodworking project. Half the traction it gets online is negative because it’s so dangerous to do in the first place. You’ll constantly have people coming up to you during shows telling you as much, which isn’t a great look at a show. For anyone thinking of doing this…just do a river board. Just as easy and you lower the risk of kicking the bucket significantly.

It’s cool, but not just anyone should be doing it. Also, “$10 wood to $200 art” is a loss in my opinion. I wouldn’t put that much effort into it for less than $500. Of course, despite being qualified I have no desire. Glad you do, though, because it really is cool

DO NOT DO THIS! I just lost my Godson at 23 years old. This hobby is deadly and shouldn't be posted.

That was awesome! I’ve never heard of this technique before. That looks almost too beautiful to put food on! All the best.

Been crafting "microwave wood" as my pieces caught the nickname. Nice work thanks for the tips.

Just curious...why did you place concrete blocks on the piece after the burn?

Seems like more than $200 dollars to me. Very nice .

Please don't let the strings from your hoodie dangle over the router

Well done video. I'm not really even interested in wood art. I liked how it was informative without blabbing. Also, the fellow has a good shop setup. I liked how he stored the coreless drills. Bravo.

Personally I don’t think the results warrant all the hype or the danger involved 🤷🏼‍♂️ I was an electrician and have a healthy respect for electricity, unlike a lot of dangerous things you can do you don’t see electricity coming!! Just because someone’s made a video about this it doesn’t mean it’s safe to do!! It only takes a milliseconds lack of concentration or someone else coming into the workshop etc for things to go horribly wrong! I’d rather make my art another way and keep living!!

To die for

Attended a celebration of life today for a 32-year-old artist friend electrocuted during fractal burn. Please stop glorifying this.

$200 art, $12000 for the hospital bill, $6000 for the funeral arrangements.

Hey I like those improvised drill holders very cool.

Do not use a microwave transformer- use a neon sign transformer, with a foot pedal "dead man" switch and DO NOT TOUCH THAT TABLE WHILE IT IS BURNING- WHATSOEVER!! Also, concerning the microwave transformer "harvesting", I have heard If the megatron in the microwave is broken,( they get tossed around at the dumps ) you can get "radiated" according to what I hear...Anyone know if that is true??

One of the most deadly projects

When did you start to srape the excess resin? Curious if it was fully cured or not...

Bruce, what voltage do you use to fracture the wood. It's a fascinating outcome to a standard piece of timber.

can we do this on a jute cloth ?? with less electricity???

That's a really cool technique. I make driftwood sculptures and coffee tables as well. Well done sir.

Could you do a video comparing different types of wood?

Protect our parks in the background😂

$200 dollars is barely enough to cover burial costs, let alone the funeral and other post-mortem expenses. YOU ARE GOING TO FRY YOURSELF. STOP PROMOTING THIS!

Beautiful! For the amount of work involved I'd probably charge $500 or more!

Ill tell you right now if you could do this on fifle stocks you would be rich. Gun guys always want to have the most unique awesome stuff nobody else has. It would be amazing to see it done

Same voltage as, if not more than the electric chair! !

How long did it take? Doesn't sound very efficient if you take 4 hours, thus making only $50/hr

If I was single with no dependants, I still wouldn't risk this. Many people have died.

How do you get the deep burns? Do you just leave the clamps connected longer?

Okay so absolutely newbie trying to make my Mom A Heirloom Piece, She's battling w/ Brain & Lung Cancer, I saw this, & Blown away. The fractual Wood Art looks Pretty Cool I was Going for a Family Tree I don't have all these tools I'm going to take her oakwood table and then go from there, Can someone just answer one question. I don't have all this equipment. I just bought my first pyro Wood burning Tool. My father was a Master Craftsman/Carpenter. What kind of wood is usually Good for this Type of Art?? Tyia ❤❤

Thank you for sharing this technique. Beautiful work, well done 👏 ❤️

Good work! Keep it up.

instead of baking soda try copper sulfate.

I can’t imagine why RU-vid has not taken this down yet. People are dying from trying it.

The fact there’s no disclaimer whatsoever on this video is despicable

$10 of wood and 200 hours of work turned into $200 art. Still a thumbs up for great work!