Soft Wood Flashcards
1
Q
What is the cost of pine
A
Low
2
Q
What is the cost of spruce
A
Low
3
Q
What is the cost of cedar
A
High
4
Q
Properties of pine
A
-Most common softwood
-can be cut and machined easily
-hard and stable
-can be used unprotected indoors but commonly painted or varnished
5
Q
Uses of pine
A
Gates
Floorboards
Skirting boards
Furniture
Crates and pallets
6
Q
Properties of spruce
A
Pale in colour
Tough and strong with small knots
Resistant to splitting
But not stable
7
Q
Uses of spruce
A
Rafters
Roofing
Joists
Furniture
8
Q
Properties of cedar
A
Straight gained that is knot free
Light in weight
Very durable inside and out
Quite soft
9
Q
Uses of cedar
A
Shed construction
Quality fencing
