by Jana L | Mar 1, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -C, Uncategorized
In an adhesively bonded joint, a separation in the joint caused by a wedge or other crack-opening type action.
by Jana L | Mar 1, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -C, Uncategorized
1A board which is free from defects. A term including the higher grades of lumber sound, relatively free of blemishes.
by Jana L | Mar 1, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -C, Uncategorized
A machining defect in which small chips are torn from the surface below the intended plane of cut, usually as the result of cutting against the grain.
by Jana L | Mar 1, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -C, Uncategorized
A bevel or slope created by slicing off the square edge or end of a piece of wood or other material (usually 45 degrees); a decorative edging or relief made at the timber’s corner.
by Jana L | Feb 28, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -C, Uncategorized
Cross laminated timber
by Jana L | Feb 28, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -C, Uncategorized
The ability to resist a force tending to shorten a structural member by crushing the fibres longitudinally.
