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Wood
RESEARCH
INDIGENOUS CREATIVE CRAFTS
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Submitted by:

Alyssa Jamille G. Basilides

BGT- AT- 3B

Submitted to:

Prof. Marcelina Puga

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ABSTRACT

Wood forever holds a special place in our hearts and homes because of

its timeless beauty, natural appeal, and durability. Other than those

futuristic houses, there seems to be a consistent presence of wood in every

home, whether it be the structure's main material or a piece of treasure for

adornment. With wood's many characteristics, it is nearly impossible for us to

ignore exploring its many uses. We've listed seven types of wood, which you

might want to have in your own happy nest in the Philippines.

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INTRODUCTION

1. Hardwood

Hardwood comes from deciduous trees which are characterized by their

wide leaves. These include oak, mahogany, ash, birch, and maple trees. In the

Philippines, hardwood is taken from molave, kamagong, narra,

yakal, and tanguile trees. These, especially tanguile wood, can be made into

exterior application like for the window frames, walls, floor, doors, and other

durable pieces of furniture. Yakal wood is another option for hardwood in the

Philippines.

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2. Softwood

Softwood is from conifer trees which have needles instead of leaves.

Examples of softwood trees are cedar, fir, hemlock, spruce, pine, and redwood.

These trees do not produce seeds. They also bear cones which emit pollen and

eventually drop to the ground and grow into trees.

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3. Medium hardwood

Medium hardwood refers to a versatile type of wood that subtly varies in

terms of color and tone. It's often used for interior decorating, often as a type

of flooring with a geometric mosaic or patterns called parquet.

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4. Timber

From the main kinds of wood, let's now look at manufactured wood.

Timber is one such product. Timber or sometimes called lumber may either

come from hardwood or softwood. It's usually the material used for beams,

planks, and columns. As an example, the house shown above features timber

posts or columns for its front porch.

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5. Veneer

Another type of manufactured wood is veneer which is a thin layer of

wood bonded with other manufactured wood like plywood, the Medium Density

Fibreboard (MDF), or the chipboard. Veneers are often used for more luxurious

pieces of furniture hence their more costly nature.

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6. Artificial wood

On another spectrum lies artificial wood which is otherwise synthetic. It

can contain wood byproducts and it can also be made entirely of vinyl,

aluminum, or plastic. People prefer this over natural wood because modern

technology has allowed it to be more insect resistant, maintenance-free, and

durable altogether while still mimicking the beauty of natural wood.

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7. Wooden siding

Our last kind of wood we're featuring is the siding or wall cladding. Wooden

siding is an external application that covers the walls of buildings and houses.

Its paneled design allows water to slide through, insulates the interior, protects

the home from harsh weather, and of course enhance the beauty of residential

facades.

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How to take care of wood to retain its look?

When using wood or hardwood laminates for indoor areas, choose the

type or thickness according to the requirements of the area. In a dining area or

living room, where the footfalls are higher due to entraining guests, hardwood

with a coating or sealing to protect the surface from absorbing moisture might

be a more durable option.

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For outdoor areas, such as gates or terrace and balcony railings,

although wood can be used, it would require significant maintenance to ensure

that it remains waterproof. Otherwise, the wood would absorb moisture, causing

the material to warp. Instead, using materials such as wood-plastic composite

(WPC) might be a more practical and maintenance-free solution. After all, the

façade of the house should make a good impression.

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