1.1 Woods - softwoods Flashcards
1
Q
What are softwoods
A
woods from coniferous trees
2
Q
What are the 3 softwoods on spec
A
Pine/redwood
Cedar
Larch
3
Q
What are the properties of pine
A
straight grain
knotty
resinous knots
4
Q
What are the properties of cedar
A
straight grain
corrosive to ferrous metals
low density
sound dampening
5
Q
What are the properties of larch
A
hard, tough, attractive grain
fades to silver
6
Q
What are the uses of pine
A
construction work
roofing and beams
interior joinery
7
Q
What are the uses of cedar
A
exterior building
cladding
sheds, greenhouses, beehives
8
Q
What are the uses of larch
A
garden furniture
decking
fencing
