Woods Flashcards
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Hardwoods Definition
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Woods which come from deiduous trees which take a long time to grow which makes the wood more expensive
2
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Examples of Hardwoods
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- Oak
- Ash
- Mahogany
3
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Oak properties
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- Brown
- Unique grains
- Tough & durable
- Polishes well
- Quality furniture
4
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Ash properties
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- Pale
- Narrow grain
- Flexible
- Sports equipment
5
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Softwoods Definition
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Wood that comes from coniferous trees which grow faster and are therefore cheaper to buy
6
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Examples of Softwoods
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- Larch
- Pine
- Spruce
7
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Larch properties
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- Pale
- Darker grain
- Durable
- Good water resistance
- High sap content
- Easy to use
- Building and flooring
8
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Pine properties
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- Pale
- Lightweight
- Easy to form
- Decking, construction
9
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Manufactured Board Definition
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Wood made from timber waster & adhesive which are much cheaper to purchase
10
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Examples of Manufactured Boards
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- MDF
- Plywood
- Chipboard
11
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MDF properties
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- Smooth
- Easy to finish
- Absorbs moisture
- Flat-pack furniture, kitchens
12
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Plywood properties
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- Easy to cut
- Odd number of layers of veneer
- Stained or painted
- Toys, shelving
13
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Chipboard properties
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- Compacted wooden chips
- Strong
- Absorbs water
- Veneered worktops, flooring
14
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Mahogany properties
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- Cuts and polishes easy
- Dark reddish colour
- High-quality furniture
15
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Spruce properties
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- Pale cream
- Takes stain well
- Easy to form
- Construction, furniture
