Timbers Flashcards
1
Q
Name all the softwoods
A
Larch
Cedar
Pine
Spruce
2
Q
Name all the hardwoods
A
Ash Birch Beech Balsa Teak Mahogany Oak
3
Q
Hardwoods are generally what?
A
Less porous
4
Q
Softwood are usally what?
A
More porous
5
Q
Advantages of Hardwoods
A
Rot less easily and are hardwearing compared to softwoods
6
Q
Advantages of Softwoods
A
Contain natural oils which protect them during outdoor use
Cheap to Buy
7
Q
Disadvantages of Hardwoods
A
Certain types are protected or are bastardised
Expensive to buy
8
Q
Disadvantages of Softwoods
A
Can absorb water and begin to rot
