This document provides information about various types of wood and timber. It discusses hardwoods which come from broad-leaf deciduous trees like oak. It also discusses softwoods which come from coniferous trees that do not lose their leaves. Softwood is used widely in construction. Manufactured boards like plywood and MDF are also described, which are made from gluing wood layers or fibers together. The document also covers wood properties, classifications, elements of a tree, defects in timber, and uses of different wood types.
This document discusses various types of construction materials, focusing on wood. It describes natural wood, classifying it as hardwood or softwood and providing examples of each with their characteristics and common uses. It then discusses issues with overexploitation of natural wood resources and introduces engineered wood as an alternative, describing types like plywood, blockboard, veneers, laminates, particleboard, medium-density fiberboard, and high-density fiberboard.
The document discusses various types of construction materials, focusing on natural wood and engineered wood. It describes hardwoods and softwoods, providing examples of common types of wood like oak, maple, pine and cedar. It then discusses how overexploitation of natural wood led to the development of engineered wood products like plywood, blockboard, veneers, laminates, particle board, medium density fiberboard, and high density fiberboard. These composite materials are manufactured by binding wood fibers, particles or veneers together under heat and pressure.
Veneer, laminate, cement fiber board, and mineral fiber board are common construction and material options. Veneer is thin slices of wood glued to panels, available in raw, paper, or phenolic backed varieties. Laminates are bonded paper layers creating durable, decorative sheets. Cement fiber board uses cement, fibers, and cellulose for durability and moisture resistance. Mineral fiber board uses mineral wool and other materials for strength and noise reduction. Each has advantages for different applications like furniture, walls, or ceilings depending on thickness and properties.
Plywood is a manufactured wood panel made of thin layers of wood veneer glued together. It was invented in the 19th century by Immanuel Nobel as a stronger alternative to solid wood. Plywood has face veneers of higher quality wood and core veneers to increase bending resistance. Common dimensions are 1.2m x 2.4m or 4ft x 8ft, with ply thicknesses ranging from 1.4mm to 4.3mm depending on the number of plies. There are several types including softwood, hardwood, tropical, decorative, and marine plywood used for various construction and industrial applications.
Timber is one of the oldest construction materials. It has several qualities including being a natural, renewable resource with satisfactory engineering properties. Timber is workable, durable, and can withstand fire better than other materials like steel or concrete. Trees grow either endogenously, increasing in height only, or exogenously, increasing in both height and diameter. Most structural timber comes from exogenously growing trees. Wood is composed of cells and cell walls. The arrangement and properties of wood cells can vary between species and impact the characteristics of the timber.
This presentation is all about timber products specifically fiberboards , particle board and compressed straw board.
in this ppt all the information haas been provided like from there manufacturing processes to there uses to there rates and size to the manufacturing companies . It is very helpful for architectural students. more importance is given on constructional details . Hope u like it :)
This document provides an introduction to woodworking, including different types of trees, lumber, and terminology. Hardwoods are deciduous trees that drop their leaves annually, while softwoods are coniferous trees that retain needles year-round. Lumber can be cut as quarter sawn, plain sawn, or rift sawn. Manufactured wood panels like plywood and oriented strand board are also discussed. Basic hand tools, power tools, and safety rules for working with tools are outlined. Project planning steps like defining the goal and developing drawings are reviewed.
This document discusses various types of construction materials, focusing on wood. It describes natural wood, classifying it as hardwood or softwood and providing examples of each with their characteristics and common uses. It then discusses issues with overexploitation of natural wood resources and introduces engineered wood as an alternative, describing types like plywood, blockboard, veneers, laminates, particleboard, medium-density fiberboard, and high-density fiberboard.
The document discusses various types of construction materials, focusing on natural wood and engineered wood. It describes hardwoods and softwoods, providing examples of common types of wood like oak, maple, pine and cedar. It then discusses how overexploitation of natural wood led to the development of engineered wood products like plywood, blockboard, veneers, laminates, particle board, medium density fiberboard, and high density fiberboard. These composite materials are manufactured by binding wood fibers, particles or veneers together under heat and pressure.
Veneer, laminate, cement fiber board, and mineral fiber board are common construction and material options. Veneer is thin slices of wood glued to panels, available in raw, paper, or phenolic backed varieties. Laminates are bonded paper layers creating durable, decorative sheets. Cement fiber board uses cement, fibers, and cellulose for durability and moisture resistance. Mineral fiber board uses mineral wool and other materials for strength and noise reduction. Each has advantages for different applications like furniture, walls, or ceilings depending on thickness and properties.
Plywood is a manufactured wood panel made of thin layers of wood veneer glued together. It was invented in the 19th century by Immanuel Nobel as a stronger alternative to solid wood. Plywood has face veneers of higher quality wood and core veneers to increase bending resistance. Common dimensions are 1.2m x 2.4m or 4ft x 8ft, with ply thicknesses ranging from 1.4mm to 4.3mm depending on the number of plies. There are several types including softwood, hardwood, tropical, decorative, and marine plywood used for various construction and industrial applications.
Timber is one of the oldest construction materials. It has several qualities including being a natural, renewable resource with satisfactory engineering properties. Timber is workable, durable, and can withstand fire better than other materials like steel or concrete. Trees grow either endogenously, increasing in height only, or exogenously, increasing in both height and diameter. Most structural timber comes from exogenously growing trees. Wood is composed of cells and cell walls. The arrangement and properties of wood cells can vary between species and impact the characteristics of the timber.
This presentation is all about timber products specifically fiberboards , particle board and compressed straw board.
in this ppt all the information haas been provided like from there manufacturing processes to there uses to there rates and size to the manufacturing companies . It is very helpful for architectural students. more importance is given on constructional details . Hope u like it :)
This document provides an introduction to woodworking, including different types of trees, lumber, and terminology. Hardwoods are deciduous trees that drop their leaves annually, while softwoods are coniferous trees that retain needles year-round. Lumber can be cut as quarter sawn, plain sawn, or rift sawn. Manufactured wood panels like plywood and oriented strand board are also discussed. Basic hand tools, power tools, and safety rules for working with tools are outlined. Project planning steps like defining the goal and developing drawings are reviewed.
This document discusses various topics related to timber, including:
- Definitions of timber, wood, and lumber
- Classification of trees as endogenous or exogenous
- Seasoning of timber through natural, kiln, chemical, or electric methods
- Common uses of timber in construction and manufacturing
- Defects in timber like heart shakes, star shakes, and knots
- Deterioration of timber through decay, insects, and fire
- Methods of preserving timber through oily and water-soluble preservatives applied by painting, dipping, or pressure processes
Timber - Types of Woods, Plywood, Veneer, Laminate, Blockboard with Market Su...Uma Pandey
Presentation for Interior Students. Market survey on Timber (Plywood, Veneer, Laminate etc) with their prices, thickness and Sizes available in the market
Wood is a versatile material that has been used for centuries for construction, tools, furniture and more. It comes from both hardwood and softwood trees and its properties vary by species. Wood is composed mainly of cellulose, lignin and other materials. It has properties like strength, insulation and ability to be shaped that make it useful for many applications like flooring, structures, furniture and more. Proper installation methods like tongue-and-groove are important. Wood continues to be an important material today.
This document discusses timber, including its sources, classification, identification, structure, defects, seasoning, preservation, and fireproofing. It covers the various types of timber based on mode of growth, modulus of elasticity, durability, seasoning characteristics, and grading. It also identifies common defects in timber such as knots, shakes, grains, and decay. Methods of seasoning, preservation, and fireproofing timber are outlined.
This document provides an overview of wood and trees. It discusses the structure and composition of wood. It also examines the life cycle of trees, tree identification, wood properties, commercial uses of wood, and classifications of trees and wood. The document concludes with sections on interior and exterior wood usage.
This document provides information about various types of timber and timber products. It begins by listing various types of trees and their characteristics, locations found, and common uses. It then describes different timber products including plywood, laminates, veneers, blockboards, particle boards, and fiber boards. For each product, it discusses the manufacturing process, types, properties, advantages, disadvantages, and market rates. The document provides a detailed overview of different timber sources and products used in interior design and construction.
This document discusses plywood. Plywood is a manufactured wood panel made of thin wood veneer sheets glued together with adjacent layers rotated up to 90 degrees. It is used to make furniture and in construction of wooden houses. Plywood can be used for many projects like sub-flooring, table tops, yard decorations, building materials, walls and decorative wood art. Plywood is cheaper than solid wood as it uses parts of trees not suitable for other uses. It is also more stable and stronger than solid wood due to its alternating grain pattern and laminated construction.
Timber is wood suitable for construction purposes due to properties like strength and workability. It is used widely in construction for structures, furniture, and other wood products. Timber is processed through felling, seasoning to remove moisture, and conversion into desired shapes through sawing. Proper seasoning is important to prevent defects from warping or cracking. Various wood properties depend on whether it is softwood or hardwood. Timber can be preserved through treatments to increase its lifespan by protecting against fungi, insects and weathering.
UNDERSTANDING ABOUT TIMBER AND ITS USES AS BUILDING MATERIALS AND DEFECTS IN TIMER, SEASONING OF TIMBER
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Engineered timber products are manufactured from cross-laminated sheets of veneer bonded under heat and pressure. There are different types of plywood for various purposes, such as regular grade for temporary use, and marine grade for prolonged water exposure. Specialty plywood includes flexible plywood that can be rolled, and fire retardant (FR) grade for fire safety. Plywood comes in various thicknesses and sizes. MDF and particle boards are manufactured from wood fibers or particles mixed with glue and pressed. MDF is isotropic while particle boards are weaker and more sensitive to moisture. Block boards are made of wood blocks for applications like shelves and furniture. Veneer is thin wood sliced for covering panels, while laminates
This document discusses different types of wood, including natural wood and manufactured wood. It describes softwoods like pine, cedar, and cypress that come from coniferous trees. Hardwoods come from broad-leaved trees and include mahogany, teak, and mora. Manufactured woods are made by gluing wood layers or fibers together, such as MDF, plywood, particle board, OSB, and blockboard. These manufactured woods are often used instead of real wood due to their low cost.
This document discusses various types of construction materials, focusing on wood. It describes natural wood, classifying it as hardwood or softwood and providing examples of each with their characteristics and common uses. It then discusses problems with overexploitation of natural wood resources and introduces engineered wood as an alternative, describing types like plywood, blockboard, veneers, laminates, particleboard, medium-density fiberboard, and high-density fiberboard.
This document discusses various topics related to timber, including:
- The definitions of timber and wood
- The classification and structure of trees from micro to macro levels
- The characteristics and properties of good quality timber
- The common methods of seasoning timber, including natural and artificial seasoning
- Some common uses of timber in construction and other applications
- Typical defects found in timber like shakes, cracks, and knots
- Causes of decay in timber, including insects like termites and beetles
India imports large quantities of wood and wood products due to depleted domestic forest resources and growing demand. The wood import market is growing at 10-15% annually. The majority of wood imports are logs, mainly teak, which are processed domestically. Key importers and ports of entry are mentioned. Import duties and regulations are also summarized.
This document provides information on various wood panel products including plywood, particle board, MDF, and HDF. It defines each product, describes their manufacturing processes, common sizes and thicknesses, applications and advantages/disadvantages. Plywood is made of thin wood veneers bonded together, making it strong but susceptible to water damage if unprotected. Particle board is made from wood waste and resin and is cheaper and more uniform than wood but less attractive. MDF is very dense and uniform as it is made from wood fibers and resin under high heat and pressure.
This document provides an overview of wood, including its classification, properties, and common types. It discusses that wood is a porous, fibrous material found in trees and plants. Wood is classified as either natural wood or engineered wood. Natural wood includes softwoods and hardwoods. Softwoods grow more quickly and are less dense, while hardwoods have a more complex structure and are denser. Common softwood types include pine, cedar, and redwood, while common hardwood types include oak, maple, mahogany, cherry, and rubber wood. The document outlines characteristics and uses of different wood types.
WOOD - As a Material
types - hard wood, soft wood, description, manufactured boards, joining methods, adhesives used, types of adhesives, types of hardware, screws used, types of nails, joints, all the joinery sketches, knock down fittings and everything about wood.
This document provides an overview of wood as a construction material, including its properties, types of wood, lumber production processes, engineered wood products, and fasteners. It discusses the qualities and composition of wood, softwoods and hardwoods, lumber grading and sizing, drying and surfacing methods, and common uses of wood in construction such as framing, sheathing, and trim. Engineered wood products like glulam, I-joists, and wood trusses are also summarized.
Timbers: Varieties of Indian timber, Characteristics and suitability
for different uses, Defects in timber, Diseases and decay in timber, Preservation and
Seasoning, Veneers, Fiber boards, Block boards
The document discusses the process of manufacturing plywood. It begins with logging operations such as debarking and cutting logs. The logs are then heated and sliced/peeled into veneers. Veneers are dried and laid up in alternating perpendicular layers, with glue spread between layers. The laid up assembly is pressed under heat and pressure to bond the layers. Plywood is then cut and finished, with applications including construction, furniture, flooring, and more. Benefits of plywood include uniform strength, dimensional stability, and efficient wood utilization, while disadvantages include susceptibility to water damage if unprotected.
The document contains 14 figures and provides information about different types of timber found in Tanzania. It discusses 4 main types - Mpingo, Mkongo, Mvule, and Mninga. It describes each timber's characteristics and potential uses. The document also covers the characteristics, defects, seasoning, and preservation of timber. It discusses mechanical and physical properties, types of seasoning including natural and kiln seasoning, common defects, and preservation methods like oil treatments.
This document discusses various manufactured boards that are used as substitutes for solid wood. It describes how plywood is made by gluing thin wood veneers together in alternating 90 degree layers. Other manufactured boards mentioned include blockboard, pineboard/lamwood, oriented strand board (OSB), chipboard, medium density fibreboard (MDF), and hardboard. The document provides details on their manufacturing processes and advantages such as helping conserve forests, being economical alternatives that come in large uniform sizes and are stable.
This document discusses various topics related to timber, including:
- Definitions of timber, wood, and lumber
- Classification of trees as endogenous or exogenous
- Seasoning of timber through natural, kiln, chemical, or electric methods
- Common uses of timber in construction and manufacturing
- Defects in timber like heart shakes, star shakes, and knots
- Deterioration of timber through decay, insects, and fire
- Methods of preserving timber through oily and water-soluble preservatives applied by painting, dipping, or pressure processes
Timber - Types of Woods, Plywood, Veneer, Laminate, Blockboard with Market Su...Uma Pandey
Presentation for Interior Students. Market survey on Timber (Plywood, Veneer, Laminate etc) with their prices, thickness and Sizes available in the market
Wood is a versatile material that has been used for centuries for construction, tools, furniture and more. It comes from both hardwood and softwood trees and its properties vary by species. Wood is composed mainly of cellulose, lignin and other materials. It has properties like strength, insulation and ability to be shaped that make it useful for many applications like flooring, structures, furniture and more. Proper installation methods like tongue-and-groove are important. Wood continues to be an important material today.
This document discusses timber, including its sources, classification, identification, structure, defects, seasoning, preservation, and fireproofing. It covers the various types of timber based on mode of growth, modulus of elasticity, durability, seasoning characteristics, and grading. It also identifies common defects in timber such as knots, shakes, grains, and decay. Methods of seasoning, preservation, and fireproofing timber are outlined.
This document provides an overview of wood and trees. It discusses the structure and composition of wood. It also examines the life cycle of trees, tree identification, wood properties, commercial uses of wood, and classifications of trees and wood. The document concludes with sections on interior and exterior wood usage.
This document provides information about various types of timber and timber products. It begins by listing various types of trees and their characteristics, locations found, and common uses. It then describes different timber products including plywood, laminates, veneers, blockboards, particle boards, and fiber boards. For each product, it discusses the manufacturing process, types, properties, advantages, disadvantages, and market rates. The document provides a detailed overview of different timber sources and products used in interior design and construction.
This document discusses plywood. Plywood is a manufactured wood panel made of thin wood veneer sheets glued together with adjacent layers rotated up to 90 degrees. It is used to make furniture and in construction of wooden houses. Plywood can be used for many projects like sub-flooring, table tops, yard decorations, building materials, walls and decorative wood art. Plywood is cheaper than solid wood as it uses parts of trees not suitable for other uses. It is also more stable and stronger than solid wood due to its alternating grain pattern and laminated construction.
Timber is wood suitable for construction purposes due to properties like strength and workability. It is used widely in construction for structures, furniture, and other wood products. Timber is processed through felling, seasoning to remove moisture, and conversion into desired shapes through sawing. Proper seasoning is important to prevent defects from warping or cracking. Various wood properties depend on whether it is softwood or hardwood. Timber can be preserved through treatments to increase its lifespan by protecting against fungi, insects and weathering.
UNDERSTANDING ABOUT TIMBER AND ITS USES AS BUILDING MATERIALS AND DEFECTS IN TIMER, SEASONING OF TIMBER
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Engineered timber products are manufactured from cross-laminated sheets of veneer bonded under heat and pressure. There are different types of plywood for various purposes, such as regular grade for temporary use, and marine grade for prolonged water exposure. Specialty plywood includes flexible plywood that can be rolled, and fire retardant (FR) grade for fire safety. Plywood comes in various thicknesses and sizes. MDF and particle boards are manufactured from wood fibers or particles mixed with glue and pressed. MDF is isotropic while particle boards are weaker and more sensitive to moisture. Block boards are made of wood blocks for applications like shelves and furniture. Veneer is thin wood sliced for covering panels, while laminates
This document discusses different types of wood, including natural wood and manufactured wood. It describes softwoods like pine, cedar, and cypress that come from coniferous trees. Hardwoods come from broad-leaved trees and include mahogany, teak, and mora. Manufactured woods are made by gluing wood layers or fibers together, such as MDF, plywood, particle board, OSB, and blockboard. These manufactured woods are often used instead of real wood due to their low cost.
This document discusses various types of construction materials, focusing on wood. It describes natural wood, classifying it as hardwood or softwood and providing examples of each with their characteristics and common uses. It then discusses problems with overexploitation of natural wood resources and introduces engineered wood as an alternative, describing types like plywood, blockboard, veneers, laminates, particleboard, medium-density fiberboard, and high-density fiberboard.
This document discusses various topics related to timber, including:
- The definitions of timber and wood
- The classification and structure of trees from micro to macro levels
- The characteristics and properties of good quality timber
- The common methods of seasoning timber, including natural and artificial seasoning
- Some common uses of timber in construction and other applications
- Typical defects found in timber like shakes, cracks, and knots
- Causes of decay in timber, including insects like termites and beetles
India imports large quantities of wood and wood products due to depleted domestic forest resources and growing demand. The wood import market is growing at 10-15% annually. The majority of wood imports are logs, mainly teak, which are processed domestically. Key importers and ports of entry are mentioned. Import duties and regulations are also summarized.
This document provides information on various wood panel products including plywood, particle board, MDF, and HDF. It defines each product, describes their manufacturing processes, common sizes and thicknesses, applications and advantages/disadvantages. Plywood is made of thin wood veneers bonded together, making it strong but susceptible to water damage if unprotected. Particle board is made from wood waste and resin and is cheaper and more uniform than wood but less attractive. MDF is very dense and uniform as it is made from wood fibers and resin under high heat and pressure.
This document provides an overview of wood, including its classification, properties, and common types. It discusses that wood is a porous, fibrous material found in trees and plants. Wood is classified as either natural wood or engineered wood. Natural wood includes softwoods and hardwoods. Softwoods grow more quickly and are less dense, while hardwoods have a more complex structure and are denser. Common softwood types include pine, cedar, and redwood, while common hardwood types include oak, maple, mahogany, cherry, and rubber wood. The document outlines characteristics and uses of different wood types.
WOOD - As a Material
types - hard wood, soft wood, description, manufactured boards, joining methods, adhesives used, types of adhesives, types of hardware, screws used, types of nails, joints, all the joinery sketches, knock down fittings and everything about wood.
This document provides an overview of wood as a construction material, including its properties, types of wood, lumber production processes, engineered wood products, and fasteners. It discusses the qualities and composition of wood, softwoods and hardwoods, lumber grading and sizing, drying and surfacing methods, and common uses of wood in construction such as framing, sheathing, and trim. Engineered wood products like glulam, I-joists, and wood trusses are also summarized.
Timbers: Varieties of Indian timber, Characteristics and suitability
for different uses, Defects in timber, Diseases and decay in timber, Preservation and
Seasoning, Veneers, Fiber boards, Block boards
The document discusses the process of manufacturing plywood. It begins with logging operations such as debarking and cutting logs. The logs are then heated and sliced/peeled into veneers. Veneers are dried and laid up in alternating perpendicular layers, with glue spread between layers. The laid up assembly is pressed under heat and pressure to bond the layers. Plywood is then cut and finished, with applications including construction, furniture, flooring, and more. Benefits of plywood include uniform strength, dimensional stability, and efficient wood utilization, while disadvantages include susceptibility to water damage if unprotected.
The document contains 14 figures and provides information about different types of timber found in Tanzania. It discusses 4 main types - Mpingo, Mkongo, Mvule, and Mninga. It describes each timber's characteristics and potential uses. The document also covers the characteristics, defects, seasoning, and preservation of timber. It discusses mechanical and physical properties, types of seasoning including natural and kiln seasoning, common defects, and preservation methods like oil treatments.
This document discusses various manufactured boards that are used as substitutes for solid wood. It describes how plywood is made by gluing thin wood veneers together in alternating 90 degree layers. Other manufactured boards mentioned include blockboard, pineboard/lamwood, oriented strand board (OSB), chipboard, medium density fibreboard (MDF), and hardboard. The document provides details on their manufacturing processes and advantages such as helping conserve forests, being economical alternatives that come in large uniform sizes and are stable.
The document discusses different types of composite wood and adhesives used in their production. It describes plywood, laminated wood, core boards, sandwich boards, fiber boards, and particle boards as the main forms of composite wood. It also discusses different adhesives used like phenol formaldehyde, urea formaldehyde, melanine formaldehyde, polymeric methylene-di-isocyanate, and bioadhesives; and their properties and applications. The document provides information on composite wood products and adhesives used in their manufacturing.
The document discusses the match manufacturing process in India. It begins with the history of matches and their invention in China and Europe. It then discusses how the match industry developed in India, primarily in Southern India, using local wood species. The key steps of the manufacturing process are described, including wood collection and processing, chemical mixing, dipping sticks in the chemicals, drying, boxing, and packing. The major wood species used are yellow mutty, white mutty, and cottonwood. The document also provides statistics on the scale and economics of the match industry in India.
This is an initial pitch for Pocket Hotline, a mobile app that connects people with critical questions to on-demand experts. This was developed by Chap Ambrose and Scott Magee while attending the Austin Center for Design (ac4d.com).
- The document discusses the design, construction, and working of a solar lumber dryer. It aims to provide a controlled drying method for lumber using solar energy as an alternative to open-air drying or expensive high-temperature dryers.
- Key aspects covered include classifications of solar dryers, materials commonly dried, advantages over traditional drying methods like reduced costs, defects, and drying times. Calculations are presented on moisture content reduction during drying and heat requirements.
- Applications mentioned include drying wood, agricultural crops, herbs, spices and more wherever hot air is needed for controlled drying. In conclusion, solar drying is found to be effective and cheaper than normal sun drying for tropical regions.
This document discusses different types of wood, including coniferous wood which is composed of radial files of cells with resin ducts and tracheids. It also discusses ring porous wood which has large earlywood vessels and diffuse porous wood which has small vessels throughout. Examples of different species are provided for each wood type.
Wood is a natural material that was one of the first used by humans. Trees are cut down and processed to extract wood, which is then cut, dried, and distributed. There are different types of wood including softwoods and hardwoods. Wood can also be processed into wood derivatives like plywood, chipboard, and paper. Woodworking involves measuring, marking, cutting, drilling, smoothing, and finishing wood using both hand tools and power tools.
The terms “hardwood” and “softwood” are often misleading because they have no direct relation to the actual physical hardness or softness of the wood, so that a hardwood may actually be softer than a softwood.
The document provides an overview of art from prehistoric times to modern art. Some of the key developments mentioned include Paleolithic cave paintings from 32,000 years ago featuring animals. King Hammurabi of Babylon established one of the first legal codes in history around 1750 BC. Sculptures from ancient Egypt, India, and Mesopotamia depicted important figures. During the Renaissance, landscape painting gained popularity in the 15th-14th centuries. Modern art in the late 19th century was characterized by experimentation and new styles like Cubism, Impressionism, Expressionism, Abstract art, and Surrealism.
The document provides an overview of major periods in art history from prehistoric times to the modern era. It discusses characteristics and examples of art from periods including Paleolithic, Classical, Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Rococo, Neoclassicism, Romanticism, Realism, Impressionism, Post-Impressionism, Expressionism, Cubism, Surrealism, and Pop Art. It also includes short biographies and works from prominent artists such as Leonardo da Vinci, Pablo Picasso, and Andy Warhol.
Installation art emerged as a central practice in contemporary art in the late 20th century. It is defined not by traditional media but by the message conveyed through various means. Artists create immersive, interactive environments that often involve the viewer directly and blur boundaries between art and participant. New technologies further expand possibilities for installation works, allowing ideas from prior decades to be realized through computer and electronic components that respond to viewers in real time.
This document provides a list of contemporary artists including Jessica Stockholder, Peter Doig, Gerhart Richter, Robert Straight, Stephen Tanis, Brice Marden, Cy Twombly, Richard Serra, Andrew Wyeth, Terry Winters, Chie Fueki, Liu Xiaodong, David Salle, KEITH SONNIER, Andy Goldsworthy, Martin Puryear. It encourages the reader to visit www.bruceblackart.com to see original artwork and more slideshows by Bruce Black featuring contemporary art.
Jacinto Solivellas de Oleza is a financial executive and avid collector and supporter of contemporary art. He serves as a benefactor to galleries and is a member of the Bagherzadeh Art Foundation. Contemporary art refers to any work created by a living artist. It has changed dramatically through the 20th century and into the 21st century due to increasing globalization. Contemporary art of the 21st century may combine different elements and genres to challenge viewers and comment on current social and political issues.
The document discusses the various arts that were introduced to the Philippines during the Spanish colonial period in the 16th century, including painting, dancing, weaving, sculpting, and pottery. It provides details on different types of Filipino paintings like watercolor, portraits, and landscapes. It also describes various regional dances like dances from the Cordillera region and tribal dances. The document outlines traditional Filipino art forms like textiles, woodcarving, and pottery as well as prominent Filipino artists. It concludes by listing several art museums located around Manila that showcase Philippine arts and culture.
This document provides information about wood as a building material. It discusses the properties, classification, processing, and defects of wood. It covers the following key points in 3 sentences:
Wood is a versatile building material that is strong, durable, and renewable. It discusses the classification of wood into softwood and hardwood, as well as the processing steps like felling, sawing, seasoning, and manufacturing. The document also covers common defects in wood caused by natural forces like knots and shakes or by insects and fungi.
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This document discusses different types of wood, including softwoods, hardwoods, and engineered wood. Softwoods come from coniferous trees and are commonly used for construction. Hardwoods come from deciduous trees and feature attractive grain patterns. Engineered woods are manufactured composites made from wood waste, such as plywood, OSB, and MDF. Plywood specifically is made of thin wood veneers glued together, with more plies providing more strength for exterior uses.
TIMBER -
AN INTEGRAL PART OF OUR DAY TO DAY LIVES
TIMBER ITS DEFECTS, SEASONING AND USAGE IS DISCUSSED IN HERE WITH APPROPRIATE PICTURES MAKING IT QUITE SELF UNDERSTANDABLE
1) Wood is a natural material that has been used for centuries for structural and furnishing purposes. It comes in various types that are used for different applications based on their properties.
2) Wood can be classified as softwood or hardwood. Softwoods come from coniferous trees while hardwoods come from deciduous trees. Common softwoods include pine, spruce, cedar, fir and hemlock while common hardwoods include teak, rosewood, oak, mahogany, cherry and walnut.
3) In addition to natural wood, engineered wood which is manufactured from wood fibers, sawdust and adhesives is also widely used today for construction, furniture
All you need to know about timber in just a single ppt with interesting slides. Hope it hlps! This ppt was created as the result of a teamwork with my classmates
The document discusses different types of wood, their characteristics, uses, and processing. It defines the differences between wood and timber, and describes softwood and hardwood. It then covers the internal section of wood including the pith, heartwood, sapwood, and growth layers. The rest of the document summarizes different wood-based boards like plywood, blockboard, and MDF. It also discusses veneers, types of veneers, and laminates used in woodwork.
Carpentry is the skilled craft of cutting, joining, and constructing wood. Carpenters work with wood to build structures like buildings, furniture, and other objects. There are different types of carpenters such as finish carpenters who do detailed woodwork, cabinetmakers who make furniture, and framing carpenters who construct building frames. Wood has physical strength, beauty, and works well for construction. It is classified as softwood or hardwood depending on characteristics. Joints are used to connect wood pieces and include butt joints, lap joints, and mortise and tenon joints.
Carpentry is the skilled craft of cutting, joining, and constructing wood. Carpenters work with wood to build structures like buildings, furniture, and other objects. There are different types of carpenters such as finish carpenters who do detailed woodwork, cabinetmakers who make furniture, and framing carpenters who construct building frames. Wood has physical strength, beauty, and works well for construction. It is classified as softwood or hardwood depending on characteristics. Joints like butt joints, lap joints, and mortise and tenon joints are used to connect wood pieces.
Carpentry involves cutting, framing, and joining wood or timber to construct buildings, furniture, and other objects. There are various types of carpenters such as finish carpenters who do detailed woodworking, framers who construct the skeletal structures of buildings, and molding carpenters who specialize in decorative trim. Wood has physical strength, resilience, and aesthetic beauty making it a widely used building material. It is classified as softwood or hardwood depending on its properties.
This document defines various wood terminology and discusses the characteristics of wood. It begins by defining boards, lumber, and timbers based on their thickness. It then discusses various wood terminology including heartwood, sapwood, growth rings, grain orientation, and board feet. The document also covers eight characteristics of wood such as defects, grain orientation, stiffness, load bearing ability, ease of working, and decay resistance. Tables summarize these characteristics for softwoods and hardwoods. The document concludes by providing guidance on selecting wood for different common construction applications.
The document discusses various types of construction materials, focusing on natural wood and engineered wood. It describes hardwoods and softwoods, providing examples of common types of wood like oak, maple, pine and cedar. It then discusses how overexploitation of natural wood led to the development of engineered wood products like plywood, blockboard, veneers, laminates, particle board, medium density fiberboard, and high density fiberboard. These composite materials are manufactured by binding wood fibers, particles or veneers together under heat and pressure.
Timber refers to wood suitable for building or engineering purposes. It is used to make furniture, packaging, tools, toys and other wood products. Timber comes from the trunks of trees and is composed of heartwood, sapwood, and bark. Softwoods and hardwoods have different characteristics like weight, color, strength properties. For timber to be of good quality, it needs properties like being free from defects, uniform color, and clear ringing sound. Seasoning reduces the moisture content in wood to prevent warping. Preservation methods like painting, tarring and chemical treatment protect timber from fire, fungi and insect attacks. Common wood products include veneer, plywood and other composite wood materials.
The document discusses various types of construction materials including natural wood and engineered wood. It describes natural woods as hardwoods and softwoods providing examples such as oak, maple, mahogany, cherry, pine and cedar. It then discusses engineered woods which are manufactured by binding wood fibers, particles or veneers together under heat and pressure. Examples of engineered woods mentioned are plywood, blockboard, veneers, laminates, particleboard, medium density fiberboard, and high density fiberboard. The document explains their manufacturing processes and characteristics.
This document provides information about wooden containers. It begins by defining wood as a porous and fibrous material found in plants that has been used for thousands of years for fuel, household items, construction, and containers. The document then classifies wood into natural wood and engineered wood. Natural wood is further classified into hardwood and softwood. Examples of hardwoods include oak, maple, mahogany, and cherry, while examples of softwoods include pine and cedar. Engineered wood products are also discussed, including plywood, veneers, and their uses in construction. The document concludes by covering identification, quality control, mechanical properties, chemical properties, and other characteristics of wood.
This document discusses timber as a construction material. It provides details on the history and properties of timber, how trees grow and their structure, classification of trees, defects in timber, seasoning and preservation of timber, and common timber products. The document covers the basics of timber as a natural building material that has been used for thousands of years due to its strength, availability, and renewability.
This document discusses timber materials used in construction. It defines various timber terminology and describes the nature, growth, and classification of timber. The document outlines the production process of wood and explains how properties vary between species and growth conditions. Various timber products are introduced, along with advantages and disadvantages of using timber. Traditional and current usages of timber in construction are also summarized.
This document provides information about natural and manufactured timbers. It discusses the two types of natural timber - hardwoods and softwoods. Hardwoods come from deciduous trees that lose their leaves in autumn, while softwoods come from evergreen trees that are green all year round. Examples of properties, uses and appearances are given for various hardwoods and softwoods. Manufactured boards are also described as being made by gluing wood layers or fibers together, with examples like MDF, plywood, chipboard and hardboard. Finishing and protecting wood through various methods is also outlined.
The document discusses timber/wood as a building material. It covers the structural properties of timber, engineered wood products, and types of timber trusses. It then discusses the environmental and design advantages of timber, including its renewability, carbon storage, and aesthetic appeal. Limitations around pest vulnerability, shrinkage/swelling, and flammability are also covered. The document provides details on the classification, properties, and sources of various timbers.
This document discusses different types of basic construction materials, including softwood, hardwood, and sheet materials like plywood. Softwood comes from coniferous trees and makes up most timber production, though it is not always softer than hardwood. Softwood is lighter, more resinous, and easier to work with than hardwood. Hardwood comes from broad-leaved trees and has a more complex structure with pores. Hardwood is denser and stronger in resisting shear stresses. Sheet materials like plywood and laminate are manufactured by gluing together veneers or plies of wood in alternating directions to reduce warping and increase strength. Plywood is widely used in construction, furniture, and other applications.
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CLAY: Natural rock or soil which is fine grained and contain silica , alumina , organic matter.
Types : Earthenware , Stoneware, Porcelain.
CLAYBODY : Consist of different materials like silica , clay , fluxes , grog.
Types : Earthenware , Stoneware , Porcelain.
Modular design involves subdividing a system into smaller, discrete modules that can be independently created and used in different systems. This approach offers benefits like reduced costs, flexibility in design, and the ability to augment systems by adding new modules. Modular design is seen in many areas like vehicles, where parts like engines can be added or removed without altering the rest of the car. It is also used in computer hardware, where components like processors, graphics cards, and storage drives can be easily upgraded or replaced using standardized interfaces. The modular approach allows for customization while maintaining the advantages of standardization in manufacturing.
The Buddhist architecture developed in South Asia in the 3rd century BCE and included three main structure types - monasteries (viharas), stupas, and temples (chaitya grihas). Stupas began as structures to house Buddhist relics and later became incorporated into chaitya-grihas or temple halls. Pagodas evolved from stupas and spread across Asia, incorporating regional architectural details. Distinctive Buddhist structures like stupas, pagodas, viharas, and cave temples quietly illustrate the development of Buddhism over different eras.
There are four main types of communication: verbal communication which includes speech, written communication which involves written words, nonverbal communication which conveys messages without words through gestures and expressions, and visual communication which relies on visual aids like images, symbols, and design to get a message across. Each type of communication serves a different purpose and is used in various contexts depending on whether an individual, small group, or large audience needs to receive the information. Effective communication requires understanding and using different types of communication appropriately based on the situation.
The Parthenon was a temple in Athens, Greece built in the 5th century BC to honor the goddess Athena. It was constructed of white marble on the Acropolis using a Doric architectural style. Though damaged over time by warfare and explosions, it remains one of the finest examples of classical Greek architecture due to its elegant proportions and attention to mathematical detail.
The document provides information on the Mycenaean civilization that flourished in ancient Greece between 1600-1100 BC. Some key details include:
- Major Mycenaean cities included Mycenae, Tiryns, Pylos, Athens, Thebes, and Iolkos.
- The Mycenaeans built large fortified palaces centered around a great hall called a megaron. Their architecture included cyclopean stone walls and corbel vaulting techniques.
- They developed a writing system called Linear B and traded goods widely throughout the Mediterranean, leaving behind pottery as evidence. Their advanced culture was influenced by earlier Minoan Crete.
MINBAR
Platform in a mosque, placed next to the mihrab. The minbar is used with the khutba, the Friday sermon, and the khatib (the person performing the Friday sermon) ascends it.
Excellent Jain architecture and sculpture can be seen in their Stupas and rock-cut caves found in Mathura, Bundelkhand, Madhya Pradesh and Orissa cave temples. A number of rock-cut caves have been discovered in Udaigiri and Khandagiri, twin hills in Puri District of Orissa and in Ellora in Maharashtra.
This document provides an overview of Islamic architectural styles from several influential empires. It discusses key elements like minarets, domes, and decorative calligraphy. Common interpretations emphasize repeating geometric patterns to represent Allah's infinite power, and avoiding human/animal depictions. Examples highlighted include the Domes of the Rock in Jerusalem, the Great Mosque of Damascus, and the iconic Taj Mahal, incorporating influences from Persian, Hindu, and Mughal design traditions.
The Kaaba in Mecca, Saudi Arabia is the holiest site in Islam. It was originally constructed by Abraham and Ishmael as a place of monotheistic worship. Over time, it housed pagan idols until Muhammad cleansed it of idolatry in the 7th century CE. Since then, it has undergone many renovations to accommodate growing numbers of pilgrims. Today, it remains a cubical structure draped in cloth and is the focal point for Muslims' five daily prayers and the hajj pilgrimage, one of the five pillars of Islam.
The document describes the three main orders of Greek architecture - Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian. It provides details on the distinguishing features of each order's columns, capitals, and other elements. Examples are given of temples from ancient Greece that demonstrate each architectural order. Other Greek buildings like the Propylaea, theaters, and agoras are overviewed in terms of their common architectural forms and purposes within Greek cities and sanctuaries. Key architectural terms are defined throughout.
Indian Islamic inscriptions date back to the late 12th century AD following the conquest of Delhi by Muhammad Ghori. Early inscriptions were found on movable objects like weapons and tombs, as well as forts. The early language of records from the Delhi Sultanate was Arabic, while later the primary language became Persian as it had become the official state language. In addition to Arabic and Persian inscriptions, some were bilingual using regional languages like Gujarati, Tamil, and Malayalam along with Persian.
The Indus Valley Civilization began around 7000 BCE and reached its peak around 2500 BCE, centered around the large cities of Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro. These cities had populations of around 40,000 people and were carefully planned with grid-like streets and drainage systems. Around 1500 BCE, Aryan nomads began migrating into northern India, bringing with them their Indo-European language and religion centered around gods like Indra. They established themselves throughout the region and influenced the collapse of the Indus civilization. Their migrations helped establish Vedic culture and the beginnings of the caste system in India.
Buddhist art and architecture made substantial contributions to Indian culture in the form of stupas, viharas, chaityas, and sthambas. The Great Stupa at Sanchi is one of the best preserved examples, with an elaborate southern gateway containing carved pillars, elephants, and dwarves. Viharas were monasteries built of brick or rock that usually had a prayer hall and cells for monks. Chaitya halls were places of worship that contained a stupa. Ashoka pillars had religious symbols and the famous lion capital from Sarnath is a peak of Mauryan sculpture. The Ajanta caves contain finely painted temples and monasteries carved into rock cliffs in the 2nd
Egyptian architecture featured massive stone structures for temples and tombs, while domestic buildings used mud brick. Pyramids evolved from mastabas and step pyramids as ways to provide passage to the afterlife. The Great Pyramids of Giza, among the largest constructions ever built, housed tombs for pharaohs. Later pharaohs were buried in the Valley of the Kings, with hidden entrances and richly decorated tombs. Temples followed a structured layout and used light and shadow symbolically through clerestory windows and column placement.
The document summarizes the major civilizations that arose in Mesopotamia between 5000 BC and 600 BC. It describes how the Akkadians, led by Sargon, created the world's first empire by conquering the Sumerian city-states in 2300 BC. It then discusses the Old Babylonian Empire established by Hammurabi around 1800 BC, who created one of the earliest known code of laws. Later, the Assyrians rose to power in Mesopotamia between 1100 BC to 612 BC, creating a large empire through aggressive conquest. Finally, the Neo-Babylonian or Chaldean Empire was established in Mesopotamia after the fall of Assyria
Mesopotamia, located in modern-day Iraq, was the site of some of the earliest human civilizations beginning around 4500 BC. The region, situated between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers, saw the rise of urban centers and writing, key components of what we consider civilization. Early Mesopotamian societies developed systems of kingship, trade, religion centered around temples, and advances in technology including irrigation, numeracy, and the written word in cuneiform script. Despite challenges like unpredictable flooding and lack of natural resources, early Mesopotamian civilizations like the Sumerians thrived for thousands of years due to agricultural surpluses enabled by irrigation along the rivers.
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1. INTERIOR MATERIAL & TECHNOLOGY- 1
S E M 01
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S.E.M.- 01
2. Wood
Task – name 10 objects made of wood that is in close proximity to you.
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3. Wood
Can you name any types of wood?
pine, oak, ash, teak, mahogany, maple, rose wood, beech, Babul,
Bamboo, walnut, cherry, zebrawood, balsa, Deodar, Sal…….
pine oak beech walnut maple zebrawood mahogany ash
Can you think of words that describe wood?
warm, smooth, strong, flexible, strong, hard, soft, rough, ….
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warm, smooth, strong, flexible, strong, hard, soft, rough, ….
4. Introduction
• Derived from the word timberian , that means to build
• Denotes wood which is suitable for building or carpentry.
• Three terms to be known in connection to the timber.
– Converted timber: sawn and cut into suitable commercial sizes.Converted timber: sawn and cut into suitable commercial sizes.
– Rough Timber: obtained after felling a tree
– Standing Timber: Timber contained in living tree
V l bl ti• Valuable properties:
» Low heat conductivity
» Ability to mechanical working
» Small bulk density
» High Strength
• Drawbacks• Drawbacks
» Decay
» Inflammability
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» Fluctuation in properties due to changes in moisture
5. Classification
Trees
Exogenous
They increase in bulk by growing outward
and distinct consecutive rings are formed
every year in the horizontal section of the
Endogenous
They grow inwards and fibrous mass
is seen in their longitudinal section
e.g. bamboo, cane , palmy y
tree
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Conifers DeciduousConifers
-Also Known as ever green trees.
-Leaves do not fall till new one are
grown.
Deciduous
They increase in bulk by growing outward
and distinct consecutive rings are formed
every year in the horizontal section of the
treetree
Soft Wood
-Light colored
Resinous
Hard Wood
• Close grained
•Strong-Resinous
-Light in weight and weak
-Poor fire resistant
-Strong in direct pull and week for resisting
thrust or shear
Strong
•Heavy
•Dark colored
•Durable
•Non resinous
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thrust or shear
-Eg. chir, devdar, fir, kail, pine spruce etc
Non resinous
•Do not show distinct annual rings
•Eg. Babul, mahogany, oak, sal , teak rose wood etc
6. Xylem
Th d ti
Sapwood
•The younger •The woody tissue
of a tree that
provides support
and conducts water
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•The younger,
softer living portion
of wood between
the cambium and
heartwood and mineral
nutrients upward
from the roots
heartwood.
•Usually lighter in
color, more
permeable and less
durabledurable.
Annual Ring
Inner Bark
•A Layer of tissue
that carries food
g
•A Concentric layer
of wood produced
during a single
year’s growth of
that carries food
from the leaves to
the growing parts of
the tree.
•Also called year s growth of
temperate tree
•It is also known as
Growth ring.
•Also called
Phloem
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7. Pith
Th i t
Bark
•The Tough •The innermost
central portion of a
tree is called pith or
medulla.
V i i i d
•The Tough
external covering of
a woody stem,
branch or root,
composed of a •Varies in size and
shape from tree to
tree.
•It is a soft part
b t hi h fi t
composed of a
living inner layer
called phloem and
an outer bark of
corky dead tissue about which first
growth takes place
in a newly formed
stem
corky, dead tissue.
Heartwood
•The older harder•The older harder ,
inactive core of a
tree, usually darker
denser and more
durable than thedurable than the
surrounding sap
wood
•They are the inner
annual rings
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annual rings
•Imparts rigidity.
10. Identifications of Timber
• General Properties
Color a darker color in wood indicates greater durabilityColor – a darker color in wood indicates greater durability.
Odor – it is present only on freshly cut trees.
Hardness – is the ability of wood to withstand indentations causedy
by harder bodies.
Density – densest woods are generally the strongest.
G i D di th t l li t th i bGrain - Depending on the actual alignment, the grain may be
straight, spiral, interlocked, wavy or irregular.
Spiral Grainp
Interlocked Grain
Wavy Grain
Texture - In hardwoods, the texture depends upon the size and
distribution vessels and rays. In softwoods, it is determined by the
size and distribution of tracheid.
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11. Identifications of Timber
• Workability- the relative case in which wood is shaped cut andWorkability the relative case in which wood is shaped cut and
fastened together than the others.
• Warping- is the general term used to describe any variation from a true
surfacesurface.
• Moisture content- is a percentage of the mass of water over the mass
of wood fiber in a piece of timber.
• Specific Gravity- is the ratio found by dividing the weight of a
substance by the weight of an equal volume of pure water
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12. Mechanical Properties
• Tensile Strength – Timber is stronger in tension along the rain but it’s
quite difficult to determine this because of the difficulties in conducting
test.
• Compressive Strength – The strength along the grain is important for
columns, props, and post.columns, props, and post.
• Shear Strength – Shear strength is important in the case of the beam
and slabs.
B di S h Thi f h h f h i b b• Bending Strength– This refers as the strength of the timber as a beam.
• Cleavability – High resistance for cleavage is important for nailing and
screwing while low splitting strength is important for used as firewood.g p g g p
• Torsion Strength – is used to determine the torsion strength of the
timber and the specimen is loaded up to failure.
H d i i t t i f ti b f i bl k fl i• Hardness – is important in case of timber for paving blocks flooring
bearings and other similar purposes.
• Stiffness - This property is important to determine the deflection of a
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timber under a load.
13. DEFECTS AND DECAY IN TIMBER
• CENTRE HEART/HEART SHAKES
• BOW
• KNOTS
• CUPPING
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14. Defects in timber
Timber is a natural material that is prone to defects.
One of these is the tendency to split if it is put
under stress from rapid drying or de-lamination of
the growth ringsthe growth rings.
These defects are all known as ‘Shakes’
Upsets- are clipping or buckling of fibers caused
by crushing of fibers when the trunk is felled
violently over a rocky surface.
Wind Cracks- are shakes on the outside of a logWind Cracks are shakes on the outside of a log
due to the shrinkage of the exterior surface caused
by the atmospheric influences.
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15. KNOTS
Knots - are dark, hard pieces occurring as signs of branches broken or
cut offcut off.
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16. Shakes
•Shakes- or cracks are caused by the rupture of tissues resulting in partial
or complete separation of the fibers along the grain.
Star ShakesStar Shakes
Heart Shakes
Cups Shakesp
Ring Shakes
Radial Shakes
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17. BOW
• Bow- a curvature of the timber in the direction of its length. This defects
are Due to Seasoning.g
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18. CUPPING DEFECTS
• Cup- a curvature in the transverse direction of the timber. This defects
also are Due to Seasoning.g
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19. Wood
TIMBER is the general name for wood materialsTIMBER is the general name for wood materials.
There are 3 main types of timber:
HARDWOOD• HARDWOOD
• SOFTWOOD
• MANUFACTURED BOARD
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21. Hardwood
This type of timber is produced from broad leafThis type of timber is produced from broad leaf
trees that lose their leaves in winter – a
deciduous tree. The photograph opposite is of
an oak tree which grows in this countryan oak tree which grows in this country.
U O k i h d d d i d t kUses - Oak is a hardwood and is used to make
expensive furniture/flooring and strong framed
structures.
The term hardwood does not mean that the
timber is hard. For example balsa is used for
modelling, it is a hard wood but it is one of the
softest timbers to work with.
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Model aircraft made
from balsa
22. Hardwood
Mahogany – reddish in colour alwaysMahogany – reddish in colour, always
looks good when varnished or waxed.
Beech – creamy pinkish colour, its
close grain makes it very suitable forg y
kitchen utensils, as water does not
have too great an effect on it.
Task – Can you think of othery
uses of wood products in the
kitchen.
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24. Softwood
This type of timber is produced from trees that
Softwood
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do not lose their leaves (coniferous).
Leaves are easily
identified as
being thin and
narrow.
Softwood trees grow much quicker than the
hardwood ones, they are therefore cheaper to
buy and far more available Softwood is usedbuy and far more available. Softwood is used
for construction of houses and furniture, and
outdoor uses such as fencing.
The term softwood does not mean that the
timber is soft as pitch pine is one of the mosttimber is soft , as pitch pine is one of the most
difficult timbers to work with, yet is a member of
this group
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25. Uses of soft woods
Furniture Building
Construction
Packaging
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26. Manufactured Products Of Timber
These are manmade boards, which are made by
gluing wood layers or wood fibers together.
Examples of manufactured boards are:
Plywood is a widely used manufactured timberPlywood is a widely used manufactured timber.
Can you think of advantages and disadvantages of
using plywood?using plywood?
The photograph opposite shows MDF sheets. What does
MDF t d f ? A th ht di it ?MDF stand for ? Any thoughts regarding its use ?
Manufactured board is mainly used for kitchen and
bedroom furniture and shelving.
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27. Manufactured Products Of Timber
• VENEERS
• LAMINATES
• PLYWOOD
• PARTICLE BOARD
• FIBER BOARDS• FIBER BOARDS
• BATTEN BOARDS : BLOCK BOARDS AND LAMINATED BOARDS
• VENEERS - Thin sheet of wood, 0.4 mm to 0.6 mm in
thickness obtained by different knife cutting process.
• PLYWOOD - is made by gluing together veneers.
• It has a good strength both across as well as• It has a good strength both across as well as
along the grain.
• Plywood has better splitting resistance due to grains in adjacent layers
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running at the right angle and nailing and screwing even closed to the
edges in safe.
28. Manufactured Products Of Timber
• PLYWOOD
• Can easily be bending to a curvature limited by
h il d h i h f hthe tensile and the compressive strength of the
other plies.
• The face piles made at different heartwoodsp
show great aesthetic variety in grain pattern and
color.
• PARTICLE BOARDS is a board manufactured• PARTICLE BOARDS - is a board manufactured
from particles of wood or other cellulose
materials.
• BATTEN BOARD – it is a board having a core
made up of strips of wood usually 8 cm wide
each laid separately or glued or otherwise joinedp y g j
to form a slab.
• BLOCK BOARD – these are boards having a
core made up strips of wood each not exceeding
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core made up strips of wood each not exceeding
25 mm.
29. carve it…
you can ……
layer it …
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Bend it …..
slot it together it …..
turn it …..
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31. Decay of Timber
• Termites
• Beetles
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32. Timber Seasoning
• Removal of moisture from timber so as to be in equilibrium with
moisture in surrounding atmospheric conditions where timber ismoisture in surrounding atmospheric conditions, where timber is
likely to be used, is called as seasoning.
• When timber is first felled it is known as green timber and has a very high
moisture content – approx 50%
• Before it can be used it must be dried• Before it can be used it must be dried
• If this process is not controlled properly defects can occur that can ruin
good timber
• Aim of seasoning is to dry out the wood to a suitable moisture content of
22% or less
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33. OBJECTIVES OF SEASONING
• Seasoning improves following properties:
– Strengthg
– Durability
– Working qualities including polishing, painting, and gluing
– Resistance to attack of insects, fungusResistance to attack of insects, fungus
• Proper seasoning reduces tendency to split, shrink and warp.
• Seasoning reduces weight of timber and is easy to handle.
• Timber becomes fit to receive preservative & to finish like• Timber becomes fit to receive preservative & to finish like
preservatives, paints, and varnish treatment.
• To reduce weight and minimize cost of transportation.
• To make the timber burn readily if used as a fuel• To make the timber burn readily, if used as a fuel.
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34. TYPES OF SEASONING
• Natural Seasoning - is a slow process and the reduction in moisture
content to the desired level may not be attainable by air seasoningy y g
alone.
• Artificial or Kiln Seasoning - is a quicker method of seasoning timber t
the desired moisture content under highly controlled conditionsthe desired moisture content under highly controlled conditions.
• Electrical Seasoning - in this method high frequency alternate electric
current is passed through timber.
• Chemical Seasoning - If the outer layers of timbers are treated with
such solutions, the vapor pressure of the outer layers is reduced and a
vapor pressure gradient is set up.vapor pressure gradient is set up.
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35. ADVANTAGES OF TIMBER
• In terms of specific strength Timber can be used for both load bearing
structures and non-load bearing instruments.
• It can be easily converted to any shape and size.
• With the advent of superior adhesives and other forms of timber
connectorsconnectors.
• The wastage in timber construction is less because all wastes can be put
one use or the other.
• It has high resale and salvage value.
• Timber has better insulating properties than any other materials.
• Durability of timber can be very high if properly seasoned and• Durability of timber can be very high, if properly seasoned and
preserved.
• Timber constructions are light in weight.
• For aesthetic and decorative appearance.
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36. USES OF TIMBER AS A BUILDING MATERIAL
BEAMS• BEAMS
• TRUSSES
RAFTERS• RAFTERS
• JOISTS IN FLOORS
DOORS FRAME AND SHUTTERS• DOORS FRAME AND SHUTTERS
• WINDOWS FRAME AND SHUTTERS
STAIR CASES• STAIR CASES
• POLES
PILES• PILES
• COLUMNS
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37. Before we use wood, what should we think about ?
Wood - sustainability considerations.
A tree absorbs CO2 as it grows and stores the
carbon as wood. When it reaches maturity it
stops absorbing extra carbon. Eventually, if not
cutdown, it will die and gradually give off CO2cutdown, it will die and gradually give off CO2
as it rots.
If it is cut down and the wood is used for products
such as furniture or buildings this locks
up the carbon in the timber for the lifetime of
the productthe product.
If the tree is replaced the new tree will start
absorbing more CO2.absorbing more CO2.
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38. Before we use wood, what should we think about?
Wood - sustainability considerations.
How does using wood affectg
Climate Change?
lid ti bIf you use solid timber there is very little
processing.
Energy is used to plant and then fellgy p
the trees, move them, saw and plane
the timber and then transport it.
The further it is transported the more
energy is used.
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39. Before we use wood, what should we think about?
Wood - sustainability considerations.
Manufactured boards use
more energy to produce.
They can use the waste fromThey can use the waste from
milling solid timber.
They mostly use adhesives,
and the formaldehyde that is
used in MDF is a health risk.
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40. Before we use wood, what should we think about?
Wood - sustainability considerations.
Other ecological impacts
Some tropical hardwoods have hugeSome tropical hardwoods have huge
impacts. Mahogany trees grow in amongst
a variety of other trees and plants. Cutting
down the mahogany causes the destructiondown the mahogany causes the destruction
of a whole area of rainforest which cannot
regrow easily.
Does it’s use harm other people?
If we add to Climate Change that affects
e er one in the World b t partic larl theeveryone in the World but particularly the
poor who are most affected by drought and
flooding. If we destroy areas of rainforest
that affects the lives of the people who livethat affects the lives of the people who live
in the forest.
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41. Before we use wood, what should we think about?
Wood - sustainability considerations.
Can we keep on using as much as
lik ?we like?
The planet has a limited amount of
land to grow food and trees so there is
a limit to the amount of timber we
can use. However, the amount that
is used in the production of the paperis used in the production of the paper
that comes into the average house
each year will be a far bigger impact
than the timber in your school projectthan the timber in your school project.
But the products we do design and
make should be well made, so they
b fcan be used for a number of
years.
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