How Do You Make A Bamboo Pipe?
A bamboo pipe, also known as a bamboo flute, is easy to make from common materials like the end of an old fishing rod. A little work removing the pithy center of the bamboo, drilling finger holes, and wiping the pipe with some oil will have you tootling merrily away in a short time. In this article, you’ll learn how to accomplish some simple steps for creating your own bamboo pipe. Step-by-step Step 1 Cut a length of bamboo as long as you’d like, using the saw to make a cut straight across both ends. Using the oven mitt to hold your pipe, heat the bamboo with the propane torch, holding it a couple of inches away. Keep moving the torch so you don’t set the bamboo on fire. Within a few minutes, the bamboo will lose its greenish color and will start taking on a light tan or brown appearance. Steam will rise from the surface as it dries. Once the steaming stops, turn off the torch and allow the pipe to cool. Rub some beeswax over the pipe to help remove grime and soot. Step 2 Next, take th
