A Simple Tree? Look at the Intricacy of the Bark!
Wood is a natural material that comes from tree trunks, branches and shrubs. It is mainly made up of cellulose and lignin, so its cells are strong.
The Wood of an Old Vine
As many DIYers know, wood comes as either hardwood or softwood, but the difference between the two types isn't in their end use. It's a botanical term relating to their reproduction. Hardwood generally comes from deciduous trees and softwood comes from evergreen trees. That's a fact that surprises me!
A Deciduoius Tree that Loses its Leaves Every Year
The Tree Centre
Evergreen Trees Don't Lose Their Leaves
Different jobs call for different timbers. Hardwood and softwood are used for everything from structural to decorative.
Here are some of the things we make from wood...
Useful Fences
Furniture
Hair Brushes
Picture Frames
... and that's just a quick look around!
Wood is beautiful to use in craft work like marquetry too.
Life would certainly be duller without wood.
Thank you for viewing!