The most common method of sawing coniferous softwood is block-sawing, followed by resawing. With block-sawing, the log is rotated to the best position and sawn through to make optimum use of the log’s dimensions. It is then laid down so the centrecut can be sawn into boards and planks. WhatRead More →
For similar reasons, wet lumber can hinder how well paint adheres to the wood, but the added problem of the preservatives in pressure-treated wood makes it difficult for the paint to bond; this is why it’s advisable to stain pressure-treated wood instead of paint, as painting requires additional preparation. WhatRead More →
A newly built deck that uses pressurized wood will need time to dry completely before a sealer can be applied. The chemicals used to treat the wood leave moisture behind, and depending on the climate, it can take anywhere from a few weeks to a few months until it’s dryRead More →
Forestry solutions to the fuelwood crisis are inseparable from forest policy and management, to which they contribute fresh impulse and importance.… 1 Increasing the productivity of the natural formations. … 2 Creating new resources: plantations. … 3 Coordination of forestry solutions. What is fuelwood and why is it so important?Read More →
It represents the only domestically available and affordable source of energy. Private households’ cooking and heating with woodfuels represents one third of the global renewable energy consumption, making wood the most decentralized energy in the world. … Wood energy is also an important emergency backup fuel. Why is fuelwood used?Read More →
Paulownia wood is a very good insulator. Paulownia constructed log homes are said to have twice the “R” factor as pine or oak wood. This temperature resistance serves to give the wood a high fire resistance too with ignition temperature approximately 400ºC, almost twice as high as many conventional hardRead More →
Cedar is commonly believed to be a termite-repellent wood, but the truth is, these pests will eat it if they have to. That said, termites are less attracted to cedar than other types of wood. … For some homeowners, this extra layer of resistance and durability may make cedar anRead More →
Explanation: Rotting food: This would be a chemical change, because it’s not reversible and involves changing the bonds of chemicals in the food. Is a decaying animal a chemical change? Decomposition in animals is a process that begins immediately after death and involves the destruction of soft tissue, leaving behindRead More →
Stain, Stain, Stain! An exterior decking stain will bring out the natural color and grain of the wood and will seal and protect from moisture and sunlight. Stain will also make your fence last significantly longer. … Plan on re-staining your fence every three to five years for optimal protectionRead More →
Wood pigeons seem to have a preference for trees near roadways and rivers. Males exhibit aggressive behaviour towards each other during the breeding season by jumping and flapping wings at each other. Their plumage becomes much darker, especially the head, during hot summer periods. How do pigeons fight? While pigeonsRead More →