As many of the old timers here know the topic of "Green Bowl Drying" has come up a number of times. Most of the discussion favored the DNA method and one which I have used and still use to some degree. I had always wondered about the Boiling and "Soap Soak" methods and did not tune them out, but just did not understand them fully. I am still not a big proponent of the "Soap Soak" as my efforts there have been less than desirable. After Meeting Steve Russell a long time production turner, I became more acquainted with the "Green Bowl Drying" method and would like to share Steve's info about it with you. The biggest complaint I had heard about regarding Boiling was that of wood color loss. After seeing Steve's work and understanding the process better, it just simply is not an issue. Just like we use a variety of tools for our turning an extra drying method could well be of benefit to many. For those interested here is a link to Steve's site and the article. It is more than worth consideration. Hope it helps some. http://www.woodturningvideosplus.com...reen-wood.html