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Which wood is strong?
strong lightweight wood is wood with small fibers, such as balsa
Why is a cubic meter of balsa wood is more buoyant than a cubic meter of oak?
Because balsa wood is much lighter
Is bamboo a hardwood?
Bamboo is a member of the grass family, so it isn't a hardwood in the sense of a maple or oak tree. However, because bamboo is very wood-like it can be cut into long, narrow planks which are laminated together into larger boards. Wood made this way can be used from construction-grade plywood, thicker furniture grade plywood, and flooring. Wood made from bamboo is hard, harder than oak, and so wood made from bamboo can be considered a hardwood in the way a maple or oak wood board is considered hardwood.
How do you install bamboo floor over solid oak?
If the oak is down solid and no buckles, you can staple or glue most Bamboo over a suitable wood floor.. PLEASE check with the maker of teh Bamboo so you dont get blindsided.
What is harder oak or bamboo?
bamboo
What is an example of a hardwood?
Ash Balsa Ebony
Is bamboo more flammable than wood?
Bamboo is wood, more commonly a woody grass. It has a slightly lower ignition point (400°F) than pine (427°F) or oak (482°F).
Which type of wainscoting do you like more?
i personally like wood or bamboo wainscoting and oak wainscoting is too great :)
Which is the odd one out of oak balsa pine and beech?
Balsa is the odd one out among oak, balsa, pine, and beech because it is significantly lighter and softer than the others, which are all hardwoods. Oak, pine, and beech are commonly used for furniture and construction due to their durability, while balsa is primarily used for lightweight applications, such as model building and crafts.
What are characteristics of wood?
There are several basic characteristics found in all wood, with several more present depending upon the type of wood being discussed. The basics of wood is that it is a fibrous, hard tissue harvested from the stems/trunks, roots and branches of trees and other woody plants. Most wood has a natural buoyancy, and most woods are able to be shaped with tools. For more specific attributes, it is best to focus on the wood type rather than wood in general, as the term "wood" applies to everything from oak and pine to balsa and bamboo.
What are the advantages of using oak wood in chairs?
Oak is strong, durable and not as easily dented. Having installed many bamboo, oak and maple floors, I find that maple generally shows wear the quickest, while oak generally takes the longest to show wear.
Is oak a hard or soft wood?
oak is a very hard wood
