Woods

Question 1

What are Hard woods?

Answer 1

Hard woods are created from broad leaved trees
Grow in warmer climates- Africa
Take about 100 years to reach full maturity
Expensive due to age and location
High quality products

Question 2

Example of hard woods and properties?

Answer 2

Jelutong
Straight grain
Low density
Fine texture

Balsawood
Buoyant
Low density but high strength
Soft and light

Question 3

What are Soft woods

Answer 3

Soft woods are from cone-bearing trees
Take 30 years to mature
Can be replanted easily
Cheaper
Softer and more lightwieght

Question 4

Example of soft woods and properties?

Answer 4

Scots pine
Easy to work with
Knotty and prone to warping

Parana Pine
Hard straight grain
Little knots
Easy to work with
Smooth finish, strong and durable

Whitewood
Resistant to splitting
Durable but not strong
Easy to workwith