Hardwoods

Question 1

Facts-1

Answer 1

Come from deciduous trees

Tend to grow more slower than softwoods

Question 2

Facts 2

Answer 2

More expensive than softwoods but provide much better aesthetic quality

felling of hardwood trees are damaging to the environment which is a reason for not making use of it in commercial manufacture

Question 3

Oak

Answer 3

Properties - Light/Pinkish brown, Tough, Heavy, Durable

Uses - High Quality Furniture, Flooring, Veneers

Cost - High

Question 4

Mahogany

Answer 4

Properties - Red/Brown, Medium Weight, Quite Strong, Easy to work, Durable, Warps Easily

Uses - High Quality Furniture, Panelling, Shop Fittings, Veneers

Cost - High

Question 5

Ash

Answer 5

Properties - Light Coloured, Flexible, Tough, Varnishes well

Uses - Tool Handles, Cricket/Baseball bats, Ladders, Veneers

Cost - Mid Range

Question 6

Beech

Answer 6

Properties - Brownish colour, Hard, Strong, Tough, Tends to warp, Bends well, Steam bent possibility

Uses - High Quality Furniture, Toys, Tool Handles, Veneers

Cost - Mid Range

Question 7

Teak

Answer 7

Properties - Straight or Wavy grained, Coarse Uneven texture with oily feel, Golden-Darker Brown

Uses - Interior or Exterior joinery, Garden Furniture, Veneer

Cost - Very Expensive