Timber Flashcards
1
Q
What is timber seasoning?
A
Is consists of the drying out of a certain amount of moisture from the cells and cell walls.
2
Q
What is timber conversion?
A
Process of sawing wood into planks and boards.
3
Q
What is timber preservation?
A
It is to treat wood against fungi, insects & decay.
4
Q
Name 4 types of wood boring insects?
A
Furniture Beetle, Longhorn Beetle, Powder Post Beetle, Termites
5
Q
How do you calculate % moisture in wood?
A
Original Mass - Dry Mass \ Dry Mass x 100
