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Hardwood and Softwood trees Grade 8

softwood Softwood is a generic term used in woodworking and the lumber industries for wood from conifers. Conifers are needle-bearing trees from the order Pinales. Softwood trees are often harder than hardwood trees. Douglas fir, a softwood, is harder and stronger than many hardwoods. Balsa, a hardwood, is much softer than most softwoods

Hardwood trees Hardwood trees are angiosperms, plants that produce seeds with some sort of covering. This might be a fruit, such as an apple, or a hard shell, such as an acorn. Hardwood comes from a deciduous tree which loses its leaves annually. Hardwoods tend to be slower growing, and are therefore usually more dense, but not always.

Difference between hardwood and softwood Uses: Hardwood Used for trimmings and furniture but less frequently than softwood. Softwood Widely used as woodware for building (homes/cabins) and furniture.

Difference between hardwood and softwood Cost: Hardwood is typically more expensive than softwood. Softwood is typically less expensive compared to hardwood.

Difference between hardwood and softwood Growth: Hardwood has a slower growth rate. Softwood has a faster rate of growth. Anular ring: Hardwood is Not Distinct Softwood is Distinct

Difference between hardwood and softwood Density: Hardwood has a higher density and is therefore usually harder. Softwood has a lower density, therefore most softwood varieties are softer than hardwood.

Difference between hardwood and softwood Shedding of leaves: Hardwoods shed their leaves over a period of time. Softwoods tend to keep their leaves throughout the year.

Difference between hardwood and softwood Colour: Hardwood is Dark in colour Softwood is Light in colour Weight: Hardwood is Heavy Softwood is Light

Difference between hardwood and softwood Fire Resistance: Hardwood is More fire resistant Softwood is a Poor fire resistant Conversion: Hardwood is Difficult to convert Softwood is Easy to convert

Examples of Softwood Spruce Colour White uses Wood pulp ,General purpose joinery

Examples of Softwood Spruce lumber

Examples of Softwood Scot pine Colour Red or Yellow Uses Light poles, Exterior work, Railway sleepers

Examples of Softwood Scot pine lumber

Examples of Softwood Red Cedar colour Reddish Brown Uses Building wooden houses , Roofing shingles

Examples of Softwood Red Cedar lumber

Examples of Softwood Larch Colour Reddish-brown Uses Farm gates fences

Examples of Softwood Larch lumber

Examples of Softtwood Douglas Fir Colour light tan to reddish Use timbers, plywood. railroad ties, mine timbers, house logs, post and poles, fencing, and firewood..

Examples of Softwood Douglas fir lumber

Examples of Softwood Parana pine Colour Light brown with pinkish streak Uses General purpose joinery and building

Examples of Softwood Parana Pine lumber

Examples of Hardwood Oak Colour red oak or white oak, Uses tables, chairs, cabinets, bookcases storage units wood flooring other construction projects. Wine barrels 

Examples of Hardwood Oak Lumber

Examples of Hardwood Beech Colour light brown Uses an excellent firewood furniture framing carcass construction, flooring in plywood household items

Examples of Hardwood Beech lumber

Examples of Hardwood Ash Colour white Use Handles, furniture, cabinets, interior joinery, sports equipment,  baseball bats, auto bodies, and some musical instruments

Examples of Hardwood Ash lumber

Examples of Hardwood Sycamore Colour white to light tan, heartwood is a darker reddish brown Use cutting boards and dramatic furniture. drawer side Doors

Examples of Hardwood Sycamore Lumber

Examples of Hardwood Elm Colour dark brown or a strong red tone. Uses chest a few chairs outdoor furniture 

Examples of Hardwood Elm lumber

summary

What is the difference between hardwood and softwood? Name five ways we botanical group hardwood and softwood trees What type of softwood is used to make the following: Farm gate Wooden houses General joinery What type of hardwood is used to make the following: Garden furniture Wood tools Base ball bats