What is chipboard?
A man-made sheet material made from fibres that are glued together
A man-made sheet material made from small chips of wood that are glued together
A man-made sheet material made from thin layers of wood that are glued together
How does kerfing aid the bending of timber?
Kerfing produces thin slots that allow the inside of a bend to compress
Kerfing allows for steam to enter the timber to make it flexible
Kerfing is the soaking of timber in water so it bends more easily
Why would man-made boards lessen the impact of deforestation?
They are easy to recycle, so they can be used over and over
Trees do not need to be chopped down at all because man-made boards are made from synthetic materials only
Fewer trees need to be chopped down because man-made boards are made from waste or recycled material
Which of these timbers is a hardwood?
Oak
Spruce
Pine
Which of these timbers is a softwood?
Ash
Birch
What are the characteristics of ‘green’ timber?
The timber is freshly cut and contains high levels of moisture
The timber has been seasoned and dried out in the open air
The timber has been seasoned and dried out in a kiln
Why is beech a popular choice for children's toys?
It is made from small particles that are glued together
It is made from flat, wide boards
It is hard wearing and sustainable
In the context of timber, what is a moulding?
A decorative pattern that has been applied to the timber
A thin sheet of timber that can be glued to a board
A piece of timber with a planed square edge
What is a prototype?
A type of product that is made continuously throughout the day
A single product made as a one-off or a model
When several of the same product are made
What is a mitre square used for?
For marking 90 degree angles
For setting and marking out an angle of your choice
For marking 45 degree angles