Questions

1. Which type of hardwood would be suitable to make tough kitchen surface tops from? The surface would have to withstand shocks and wear.

Answers: Beech

2. If mahogany proves too expensive to use what would be an ideal substitute?

Answers: Meranti

3. Give two examples of suitable hardwoods that may be used to make quality garden furniture?

Answers: Teak, European Oak

4. A manufacturer of intends to create wooden sailing boats. Suggest a suitable hardwood?

Answers: European Oak

5. Explain why European oak is not normally joined together with iron and steel fittings?

Answers: Because of it's tannic acid content it can corrode iron and steel fittings.

6. Name one property of Teak which makes it difficult but not impossible to use?

Answers: It is difficult to glue because of the oil content.

7. Why is Western Red Cedar a suitable material to use in the construction of children's playgrounds?

Answers: It is resistant to insect attack because of natural preservative oils. It is resistant to the effects of the weather and dry rot. It is very durable.

8. Name a softwood that is water resistant?

Answers: Douglas Fir

9. Explain what happens to Afrormosia if is placed in contact with iron in damp conditions?

Answers: It stains in contact with iron and moisture.

10. Name a hardwood which is both elastic and strong. This type of hardwood is also durable and does not split easily?

Answers: Elm