Stock Size/Form

Question 1

What are the Advantages of Stock Size/Form?

Answer 1

They can be transported and handled more easily than raw materials. Standard forms and sizes are cheaper than special sizes. They are processed in large quantities. Designers use readily available standard stock sizes when designing products. Standard forms and sizes are the same in most countries - an international standard.

Question 2

What are the Different Types of Timber?

Answer 2

There is Rough Cut Timber and this is when the timber has just come out of a Sawmill or Planed Timber which can often be bought from shops or merchants.

Question 3

How Expensive is Planed Timber?

Answer 3

If planed timber is bought, the price will be higher because of the care taken to process the length of wood.

Question 4

What Term is used to interpret whether the Planed Timber has a Square Edge?

Answer 4

PSE

Question 5

What Term is used to interpret whether a piece of Timber is Planed All Round?

Answer 5

PAR

Question 6

Where is Planed Timber generally used?

Answer 6

Planed timber is used for interior work where the timber is likely to be seen.