Woodworking Materials
by Victor Hood
Try this experiment: Select wood scraps of a pine and an oak plank and hammer a nail into each one. The oak is harder to break through than the pine. It is important to educate yourself on wood varieties prior to launching a woodworking venture.
Material used for woodworking projects can be divided into two categories: softwood and hardwood. Which wood you pick for your project will depend on many factors, but keep in mind hard woods usually cost more and working with them requires expensive power tools. You will need a drill to put a hole in the material before putting a nail into it.
If you're just starting out in woodworking and have a limited toolbox, softwoods that come from evergreens such as pine are cheaper and easier to work with. Pine is great practice, and wouldn't be devastating if you had to ditch it in the wood pile.
There are a number of softwoods to choose from including cedar, redwood, fir, and pine. Cedar is a popular choose for its strong, clean aroma, and its deep warm color. This wood doesn't rot easily, so it's usually the choice for outdoor crafts. Redwood has similar properties in that it does not deteriorate from exposure to water. Try to avoid pine that has knots near the end, which are known to add to the difficulty. Fir is relatively hard softwood that will last a long time. Because it doesn't have a particularly interesting grain pattern, it's a good choice if you're planning to paint rather than stain when you've finished your project.
Brightly colored fall leaves that tumble to the ground as a sign of winter are the hallmark of hardwood trees. Well know hardwoods that are a favorite among woodworkers including oak, cherry, maple, and poplar. Oak can be either white or red. Because it is prettier and harder to find, white oak will be more expensive than red. Many woodworkers love cherry, which is softer than oak and easier to handle. If you like the richness of maple, it comes in hard and soft. Stick with the soft maple and let the old pros with their power tools deal with the hard variety. Poplar is among the softest of hardwoods, but often has streaks and won't give your project the beauty of other choices.
If you have chosen to work with pine, keep this in mind. Hardwoods absorb less moisture. Plan ahead and buy the wood two weeks before you will need it.
Pay attention to the weather forecast because you will need to expose the wood to the air. Tilt the planks on an angle so that the air can circulate around the entire piece. Now you are ready to begin getting crafty.
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Author: Victor Hood
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