Environmental factors

Question 1

Define sustainability in timber

Answer 1

Timber is a renewable resource and, if managed correctly, they will never run out.

Question 2

Define genetic engineering in timber

Answer 2

When the DNA of timber is altered to improve its properties. For, example to make them resistant to attack by insects.

Question 3

Define seasoning in timber

Answer 3

The moisture content of newly felled timber need to be reduced to match its surrounding. As seasoning timber turns it into a workable material and helps prevent defects such as twisting, warping and attack by insects and fungus.

Question 4

Define upcycling in timber

Answer 4

When a timber product reaches the end of the life, instead of going to landfill it can be upcycled into another product. For example, wooden pallets can be made into garden furniture.