IGCSE DT Woods

What are the properties of Beech?

Hard, strong, close-grained, but prone to warping.

What are the uses of Oak?

High-quality furniture and interior joinery.

What are the properties of Oak?

Light brown, strong, tough, open-grained, but corrodes steel fittings.

What is warping?

The distortion or twisting of timber due to moisture changes or poor storage.

What are the uses of Spruce?

Indoor furniture, such as kitchen and bedroom units.

What are the advantages of Plywood?

Strong, stable, resists warping, and comes in different grades for various uses.

What is steam bending?

Using steam to soften thin timber layers so they can be bent around a former and cooled to retain shape.

What are knots in timber?

Natural imperfections where branches once grew, which can weaken the wood.

What is timber?

Wood that has been processed into usable planks or sections.

What are the uses of Beech?

Furniture, toys, and tool handles.

What is Hardboard?

Pulped wood fibres pressed into sheets, smooth on one side, rough on the other.

What are the uses of Ash?

Sports equipment, ladders, and tool handles.

What are the uses of Elm?

Indoor and outdoor furniture.

What are the properties of Redwood?

Strong, knotty, durable when treated, cheap