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WorksheetsWoodworking Terms
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
Rasp
A tool used for shaping metal.
A coarse file used for shaping wood.
A type of sandpaper.
A device for measuring temperature.
Hone
To sharpen or refine the edge of a tool.
To dull or blunt the edge of a tool.
To polish a surface without changing its shape.
To completely remove the edge of a tool.
Appearance Lumber
Lumber that is primarily used for structural support.
Lumber that is primarily used for its appearance, often used in furniture and cabinetry.
Lumber that is treated for outdoor use and weather resistance.
Lumber that is used for flooring and wall framing.
Blind Cut
A cut made without being able to see the blade or the material being cut.
A cut that passes completely through the wood.
A cut made with a visible blade.
A cut that is used for decorative purposes.
Router
A device that forwards data packets between computer networks.
A tool used to hollow out an area in the face of a piece of wood. Used for cutting a decorative edge or design on wood.
A software application for managing network traffic.
A type of computer that connects to the internet.
Utility Lumber
Lumber used for general construction purposes, often not graded for appearance.
Lumber that is specifically graded for aesthetic purposes.
Lumber used exclusively for outdoor projects.
Lumber that is treated for resistance against pests.
Hand Plane
A tool used to smooth or shape wood by shaving off thin layers.
A device for measuring the length of wood pieces.
A type of saw used for cutting wood.
A tool for drilling holes in wood.
Shaver
A tool used to shave or smooth the surface of wood.
A device for cutting hair on the face.
An instrument for measuring wood thickness.
A tool for polishing metal surfaces.
Stress Graded
Wood used in applications where strength and stability are important. Also called dimensional lumber.
Wood that is primarily used for decorative purposes.
Wood that is treated to resist pests and decay.
Wood that is lightweight and easy to transport.
Nominal Dimensions
The actual dimensions of lumber after it is planed or surfaced.
The dimensions of lumber before it is planed or surfaced, often larger than the actual dimensions.
The dimensions of lumber used for decorative purposes only.
The dimensions of lumber that are standardized across all manufacturers.
Nonstress Graded
Lumber that is used for construction material.
Plastic used for insulation.
Metal sheets for roofing.
Concrete blocks for foundations.
Stainability
The ability of wood to accept stain evenly.
The process of applying a protective finish to wood.
The natural color of wood before any treatment.
The durability of wood against weather conditions.
Milling
The process of cutting a piece of lumber to a certain size.
A technique for shaping metal using a lathe.
The method of joining two pieces of wood together.
A process for drying lumber after it has been cut.
Miter Gauge
A tool used to guide a workpiece at a specific angle on a table saw.
A device for measuring the thickness of wood.
A type of saw used for cutting metal.
A clamp used to hold wood in place during cutting.
Dressed Dimensions
The dimensions of lumber before it is planed or surfaced.
The actual dimensions of lumber after it has been planed or surfaced.
The theoretical dimensions of lumber based on its original size.
The dimensions of lumber used for decorative purposes.
Push Stick
A tool used to measure wood length.
A safety tool used to push material through a saw, keeping hands away from the blade.
A device for sharpening saw blades.
A type of clamp used to hold wood in place.
Kerf
The depth of a saw cut.
The width of the cut made by a saw blade.
The type of saw used for cutting wood.
The angle of the saw blade.
File
A tool used to remove small amounts of material, often used for smoothing or shaping.
A device for storing digital information.
A collection of documents or data stored together.
A tool for cutting large pieces of material.
Planing
The process of cutting wood into pieces.
The process of smoothing or shaping wood using a plane.
The process of joining two pieces of wood together.
The process of applying a finish to wood.
Rip Fence
A tool used to measure the length of wood pieces.
A guide on a table saw used to keep the material a set distance from the blade.
A safety device to prevent kickback on a table saw.
A type of blade used for cutting curves in wood.
