p1-wood characteristics Flashcards
1
Q
Air seasoning
A
-traditional and inexpensive
- wood is stacked in shelter outside
- air circulated between planks to remove moisture
-slow process takes one tear
-wood used for outdoor products
2
Q
kilin seasoning
A
-expensive
- wood is stacked on trolleys
- placed in the kilin where both humidity and temperature is controlled
3
Q
seasoning wood
A
-makes wood less corrosive to metals
-increases strength and stability
- better immunity for decay
4
Q
hardwood
A
- a wood from a broad-leaved deciduous tree
5
Q
softwood
A
a wood from cone-bearing coniferous tree
