p1-hardwoods

Question 1

oak

Answer 1

-hard, tough, attractive grain, weather resistance

uses: furniture, floorings, boat buildings

Question 2

Ash

Answer 2

-tough, attractive open grain, makes it flexible

uses: tool handles, ladders, laminating

Question 3

Mahogany

Answer 3

-can contain interlocking grain, making it difficult to work with

-attractive aesthetically, rich dark red

uses: indoor furniture, cabinets

Question 4

Birch

Answer 4

-hard, straight close grained, resist warping

uses: furniture, indoor panelling

Question 5

beech

Answer 5

-tough, close grained, hard

uses: chair, chopping board