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Examples of hardwoods

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Ash
Oak
Mahogany 
Balsa
Beech
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What is a hardwood

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the wood from a broadleaved tree (such as oak, ash, or beech) as distinguished from that of conifers.

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What is a softwood (facts) (5)

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. Grow in cool climates e.g Canada
. Cone baring trees (coniferous trees) mostly evergreen
. Loose grain structure
. Often used as building materials
. Trees grow very tall and straight and very fast making it easier for manufacturer to cut

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Examples of softwoods

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.Larch
.Pine
. Spruce

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What are manufactured boards

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are manufactured by binding or fixing the strands, particles, fibres, or veneers or boards of wood, together with adhesives, or other methods of fixation to form composite material

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Examples of manufactured boards

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. MDF (Medium Density Fibreboard)
. Plywood
. Chipboard

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Tanalising

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. Mainly used outdoors
. Prevent future water absorption
. This can extend the the timbers life by up to 50 years

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Waxing

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. Good form of sealing wood without hiding
. Natural grain
. Left with nice smooth and shiny protective layer on surface

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Varnishing

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. Applied to a surface prevent moisture absorption
. Protects timber from bacteria
. Used to provide a tough and scratch resistant surface

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Painting

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. Applies a protective and decorative finish
. Used to provide a tough scratch resistant surface
. Used before top coat to improve vibrancy of colour and adhesion to the wood

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Properties of Ash (4)

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  • tough
  • flexible
  • wide grained
  • finished well
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Common uses of Ash (2)

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  • sports equipment

* ladders

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Properties of Beech (4)

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  • Hard
  • strong
  • close grain
  • Prone to warping and splitting
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Common uses of Beech (4)

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  • furniture
  • children’s toys
  • workshop tool handles
  • bench tops
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Properties of Mahogany (3)

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  • straight fine
  • even grain
  • tone wood
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Common uses of mahogany

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• furniture e.g cabinets and tables

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Properties of Oak (5)

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  • strong,
  • sturdy
  • very defined grain
  • durable
  • hard to work with
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Common uses of Oak

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• outdoor pieces (mainly used in gardens)

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Properties of Balsa (3)

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  • high strength
  • low density
  • easily shaped
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Common uses of Balsa

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• buoys, rafts, surf boards

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Properties of Larch (4)

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  • Tough
  • waterproof
  • durable
  • straight or spiralled grain
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Common uses of Larch (2)

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  • yachts

* veneer

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Properties of pine (4)

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  • soft
  • light weight
  • straight grained
  • lack figure
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Common uses of Pine

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• country or provincial furniture

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Properties of spruce (6)

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  • thin
  • straight grained
  • regular texture
  • soft
  • low in weight
  • medium density
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Common uses of spruce

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• soundboards for musical instruments

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Properties of MDF (5)

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  • dense
  • flat
  • stiff
  • easily machined
  • no grain
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Common uses of MDF (3)

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  • display cabinets
  • wall panels
  • storage units
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Properties of plywood (4)

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  • high impact resistance
  • high strength to weight ratio
  • increased stability
  • strength varies due to moisture
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Common uses of Plywood (3)

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  • furniture
  • roofing
  • flooring
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Properties of chipboard (4)

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  • high density
  • solid
  • hard
  • relatively smooth surface
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Common uses of chipboard

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• work surfaces

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