What is the best way to remove bark from box elder burl pieces. The burl I got recently ( www.sawmillcreek.org/showthread.php?t=89426 ) was beaten up some by the handling machinery, and needs to come off some of the pieces. Tough stuff. It won't just pull off. It would be easier to seal if the bark were missing in some places. I have heard of using a power washer before, but don't know if it is a good idea. So, what do I do when my bark is worse than my might? (sorry, just couldn't help myself)