D&T Topic 4.2b Timber

The wood from a deciduous tree

• Softwood

• Hardwood

Layers of veneer are laid down at 90 degrees to each other. Each layer is glued to the next

• MDF (Medium Density Fiberboard)

• Plywood

• Particle Board

Small fibers are pressed into a form using binders

• MDF (Medium Density Fiberboard)

• Plywood

• Particle Board

Made from different sizes of wood chips, joined with glue and pressed

• MDF (Medium Density Fiberboard)

• Plywood

• Particle Board

Natural timber is very resistant to damp environments

• True

• False

Identify three of the timber defects

Cedar is an example of

• Softwood

• Hardwood