of wood species

the wood

Wood is considered a solid, solid material. It is found under the bark of shrubs, trees, and plants. Wood is widely used in various industries that we mainly need in daily life. It has also become one of the most important natural resources. Due to its natural properties and chemical composition, it is used in the composition of thousands of products, and in the manufacture of furniture, musical instruments, paper, charcoal, and other wood industries, in addition to its use in construction work. Due to its strength and ease of processing, it is used as an insulating material. It does not rust, and it can resist high heat, but it may be subject to expansion and contraction. Because of the humidity.

Wood species

Wood is mainly divided into two types:

Natural wood

Natural wood is defined as: blocks of wood that are cut from specific types of trees, in specific sizes and shapes, and are sold according to their size. These woods are divided into two parts:

Hardwood

It is wood taken from trees that are not evergreen, and that grow over decades, and the mass of wood in them is heavy compared to other woods, and from the types of hardwood:

Teak wood: It is one of the best and most valuable types of wood. This is due to its high hardness and great strength. It also contains a small percentage of salts, organic materials, and resins in its fibers compared to other types of wood. In addition, it is not affected by heat and humidity, and can be softened and polished, and its fibers are considered similar in color. It is worth noting that it can be used in luxurious, high-quality works, such as decoration works and furniture manufacturing.
Benzoin wood: It is very similar to teak wood in terms of colour, except that it begins in light yellow and ends in red. It is characterized by its ability to absorb moisture from the air. It also contains fatty substances, which exposes it to insects, especially earth insects. It can be used in the manufacture of Windows, doors, and commercial works: internal and external.
beech: It is a wood with a color that tends to light brown, and is characterized by great strength, high hardness, beautiful appearance, heavy weight, and its surface does not contain pores, knowing that it can be affected by heat and humidity in the long term. Beech wood is used in the manufacture of luxury furniture and luxury kitchens. , tables, chairs, cabinets, etc., and is manufactured in Germany, Yugoslavia, and Romania.
Mahogany wood: It is a wood with a reddish color, and has a golden vein and a reddish-brown vein, respectively. It is characterized by great strength, a relatively long lifespan, and is free of knots and not affected by water. However, its cost is high, and mahogany wood is used in the manufacture of tables, kitchens, Windows and doors in luxury homes, knowing that it is manufactured in Germany and Yugoslavia.
Oak or oak wood: It is a red and white wood, characterized by its high hardness and its similarity to beech wood. However, one of its disadvantages is that it contains pores and its price is high. It is used in the manufacture of home furniture in all its forms. It is worth noting that it is manufactured in Europe in general, and Germany in particular. .
Maple wood: It is a dark red wood, although it closely resembles beech wood, except that its veins are white. It is manufactured in Germany, Spain, and Yugoslavia.
Russian wood: It is a light red wood, does not contain knots, and its price is cheaper than beech wood. It is used in making beds, knowing that it is manufactured in Russia.

Softwood

Types of soft wood:

Artificial wood

Among the types of artificial wood are the following:

Plywood: It is a red-colored wood, and its color may be determined according to the color of the Formica it is covered with, or beech, or mahogany, or oak. It is distinguished by its moderate price, great abundance, ease of breaking, and light weight, knowing that it is available in thicknesses of 8 mm, 6 mm, 4 mm, and 3 mm. It is manufactured using the remains of natural wood, by compressing it. It is also made from paper known as (cloof paper), in addition to being used in making the backs of cabinets, drawer floors, and brickwork. It is worth noting that it is manufactured in China and Italy. .
Sandwich wood: It is a yellow or red wood, depending on the color of the veneer. It is characterized by its strength and does not absorb water. That is, it is resistant to moisture, and is manufactured using wood chips made from natural wood remains, where glue is added to it and pressed with huge presses. In order for it to adhere well, knowing that this type of wood is used in making home furniture and bedrooms.
Panel wood: It is a red-colored wood. It is manufactured using compressed natural wood slices with a thickness of 18 mm, in addition to two sides of veneer. It is also used in the manufacture of bedrooms, wardrobes, and chairs.
Sabbath wood: It is poor quality wood; Because it has a high ability to absorb water, it is manufactured from the remains of artificial wood and natural wood, in addition to glue, which is pressed well, noting that this type of wood is sometimes used. For the manufacture of home and office furniture.
Wood (MDF): It is a wood of multiple colors, characterized by its heavy weight and its sensitivity to heat and humidity. It is made using cardboard and glue, then veneer or paper is glued to it, noting that it is used in most types of home furniture.
Mesonite wood: It is a wood that is available in several colors, including brown and white. It is used in making the backs of cabinets, drawers, and many other wooden works.