by Jana L | Feb 25, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -B, Uncategorized
Bright Sapwood No Defect
by Jana L | Feb 25, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -B, Uncategorized
Bright sapwood that is permitted in each piece of any amount.
by Jana L | Feb 25, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -B, Uncategorized
The limiting radius of curvature to which wood or plywood can be bent without breaking.
by Jana L | Feb 25, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -B, Uncategorized
Heartwood varies from a light orangish brown to a darker reddish brown, sometimes with contrasting darker grayish brown streaks. Color tends darken upon exposure to light. Usually interlocked grain with a medium to coarse texture. Being very durable in regards to rot...
by Jana L | Feb 25, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -B, Uncategorized
Brittleness in wood, characterized by abrupt failure rather than splintering. Causes include reaction wood, juvenile wood, compression failure, high temperature, and extremes of growth rate.
