Timber Conversion

What is conversion in the timber industry?

• Treating timber to prevent insect infestations

• Shaping timber into decorative carvings and sculptures

• Changing the color of timber through chemical processes

• Sawing logs into boards or planks

When do we usually conduct the timber conversion process?

• Summer

• Winter

• Spring

• Autumn

Which type of wood takes longer to mature

• Hardwood

• Softwood

What are some uses of tree bark

• Mulch for gardens

• Biofuels for vehicles

• Sawdust for particle boards

• Making gourmet teas

What do we do when we season timber?

• Stack and dry the timber

• Enhance the timber's natural fragrance

• Introduce chemicals to increase flexibility

• Expose timber to extreme temperatures for durability

What do we take into consideration when converting timber?

• Local availability of construction materials

• Species of wood

• Intended use of wood

• Quality of the tree

Which type of sawn timber is the best for strength

• Through and Through (Live Sawn)

• Box Heart

• Quarter Sawn

• Tangentially Sawn (Back Sawn)

Which sawing method is the most economical?

• Through and through (Live sawn)

• Quarter sawn

• Tangential sawn (Back sawn)

• Boxed heart sawn

Which type of sawn timber generates very little waste?

• Through and through (Live sawn)

• Quarter sawn

• Tangential sawn (Back sawn)

• Boxed heart sawn

Which sawn timber type is prone to shrinkage and distortion?

• Through and through (live sawn)

• Quarter sawn

• Tangential sawn (back sawn)

• Boxed heart sawn