Hardwoods

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Second year Materials Technology (Wood) Flashcards on Hardwoods, created by JJ Mahon on 11/12/2017.
JJ Mahon
Flashcards by JJ Mahon, updated more than 1 year ago
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Oak
Elm Tall, long straight trunk, rounded crown Tallest native tree Fungal disease carried by a beetle kills the tree Used for Woodturning and garden furniture
Birch
Ash Light yellow colour Distinct grain pattern Dense hardwood Used for Hurleys, Furniture
Beech Common tree Broad leaves Reddish / light brown colour Used for Furniture making / flooring
Horse chestnut Trees grow tall and wide Has white flowers in spring Used for wood pulp and packing cases
Spanish chestnut Large tree and broad crown Flowers are pink Small seeds Used for flooring and kitchen units
Lime Planted in parks and estates Absorb air pollution Fast growing tree Flowers are yellow white Used for Musical instruments, pencils
Cherry Grown in gardens and parks Small tree with white flowers Used for High quality furniture and cabinet making
Sycamore Very light in colour Fast growing tree Used for Wood carving and violin making
Maple National tree of canada Expensive wood Light in colour Used for Furniture making and kitchen unit doors
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