How Do You Use Types Of Wood In Carpentry?
Most woods are categorized as either hardwood or softwood, depending on their density and weight. Softwoods grow faster than hardwoods and are softer, easier to work and cheaper, making them a versatile choice for many carpentry projects. Hardwoods are denser, take longer to grow and are more expensive; but they produce fine carpentry with beautiful, colorful finishes. Read on to learn more. Consider poplar for finish carpentry. It is usually smooth, straight and knot-free. It easily accepts paint, has a straight grain and is cost-effective and readily available. Select mahogany, or walnut for quality projects such as cabinets, boats, gunstocks, wood facings and window frames. The reddish brown, fine-grained woods are durable, easy to finish, and resist warping, shrinking, swelling and decay. Choose teak for boats and garden furniture, but if you are a beginning carpenter, remember that teak, while extremely hard and strong, can be difficult to work and can blunt tools very quickly. Us
