Unit 2-A (Hardwoods) Flashcards
What are examples of hardwoods?
Balsa
Mahogany
Ash
Oak
Meranti
Beech
Teak
What are the properties and characteristics of balsa?
Very lightweight
Soft
Easy to shape and cut
What are the properties and characteristics of mahogany?
Good grain pattern
High quality finishes
Easy to carve and work
What are the properties and characteristics of ash?
Good for turning
Springy
Flexible
Open grained
Tough
What are the properties and characteristics of oak?
Very tough
Durable
Goof rot resistance
Damp resistant
Hard to cut and shape
What are the properties and characteristics of meranti?
Cheap price
Resistant to warping
Low strength
What are the properties and characteristics of beech?
Close grain
Hard
Tough
Warps easily
What are the properties and characteristics of teak?
Very tough
Naturally oily finish
Excellent damp resistance
Good chemical resistance
Fire resistance
Attractive straight grain
What are example uses of balsa?
Model making
Model airplanes
What are example uses of mahogany?
High quality interior furniture
What are example uses of ash?
Tool handles
Turned products
What are example uses of oak?
High quality indoor and outdoor furniture
Wooden flooring
Fence posts and gates
Carvings
What are example uses of meranti?
Plywood
Boat building
Furniture
What are example uses of beech?
Furniture
Flooring
Tool handles
What are example uses of teak?
Outdoor furniture
Worktops for lab benches
