Reinforcing And Stiffening Flashcards
1
Q
What is kerfing?
A
Slots are cut on to the face of timber so it can be bent
2
Q
What is ‘high cross-sectional ability’?
A
Layering up wood to increase the thickness to reduce flexibility
3
Q
Name 2 temporary fixings which are used to join timber together.
A
-Screws
-Knockdown fittings
4
Q
Name a permanent fixing to join timber together.
A
-Nails
-Glue
