1. Furniture Construction and Selection

2. Bell Quiz 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 7

3. Bell Quiz 1 Highboy 3 Ottoman 4 Buffet 5 Tuxedo 6 Lawson 7 Camelback
2 Wardrobe/ armoire
1 Highboy
3 Ottoman
4 Buffet
5 Tuxedo
6 Lawson
7 Camelback
8 Secretary

4. Qualities of Hardwoods
Greater stability
Less pitch
More durability
Harder
Holds nails and screws better
Less likely to dent

5. Hardwoods come from deciduous trees (trees that loose their leaves)
Maple
Cherry
Birch
Oak
Walnut
Mahogany

6. Qualities of Softwoods
Develops checks and cracks
Not as strong as hardwood
Less expensive than hardwood

7. Softwoods come from coniferous cone bearing trees.
Cedar
Pine
Redwood
Cypress
Spruce
Fir

8. Veneers Definition Advantages of using veneers Thin slices of wood
Solid wood is too expensive
Solid wood is too heavy
Greater strength
Less cost

9. Particle Board
Particle board is produced by combining sawdust and other waste wood with a special resin. This slurry of wood chips and glue is then pressed through an extrusion machine to form long sheets of particle board. Customized saws cut these sheets into various sizes according to the needs of the customer. Manufacturers of inexpensive home furnishings such as shelving, entertainment centers and bookcases often use particle board for their do-it-yourself kits.

11. Plywood
Plywood is a wood product manufactured out of many sheets of veneer, or plies, pressed together and glued, with their grains going in opposite directions. Plywood tends to be extremely strong, though not very attractive, and is treated in many different ways depending upon its intended application. Because of the way in which plywood is constructed, it also resists cracking, bending, warping, and shrinkage, depending upon its thickness.

12. Plywood

13. Furniture Joints
Important because they affect the life of the furniture, it’s durability, and it’s strength.

14. Joints
A butt joint is a type of woodworking joint. It is the easiest of all joints to make, but is also quite weak.

15. Joints
A mortise and tenon joint is a type of joint used to join two pieces of wood together. To make this joint, a joiner will cut a hole, called a mortise, out of one piece of wood. A projection, called the tenon, is then cut out of the second piece. After this, the joiner will insert the tenon into the mortise. The result is a strong joint that can be used in many applications.

17. Joints
A dovetail joint is a type of mortise and tenon joint made with a series of trapezoidal pins which interlock with similarly-shaped tails.

19. Joints
A dowel joint is a wooden joint that is partially or totally held in place by the addition of small round wooden rods called dowels.

20. Joints Tongue and Groove

21. Joints
The corner block is pressed against the two pieces of material (normally wood based). Screws are used to fix the block into position. This type of joint is used to fit modern cabinets such as those found in a kitchen. It is a relatively strong joint although it has the advantage that it can be dismantled using a screwdriver.

22. Parts of Upholstered Furniture
Frame
Should be kiln dried hardwood
Joints should be strengthened
Cushioning materials
Springs in seat bases
Thick cushioning applied over springs and frame.
Foam, fiberfill, and down are used.

23. Support Springs in Mattresses
Box springs
Coils attached to a base covered with padding
Coil springs:
Same as box, but not covered or padded
Flat springs:
Frame with flat springs
Number of coils?
Good quality has 300 or more

24. Coils
Flat springs are used for less expensive furniture and are not as durable.
Coil springs are used for higher quality furniture and are most durable.

25. Metals in Furniture Construction
Aluminum
Iron
Steel
Used for:
Lawn chairs
Outdoor furniture
Modern furniture

26. Advantages and Disadvantages of Using Metal Furnishings
Light or heavy
Inexpensive
Strong
Disadvantages:
Bends
Dents
Brittle
Rusts and tarnishes

27. Plastic furniture Advantages: Imitates other materials Light weight
Durable
Inexpensive
Easy to clean

28. Buying Case Furniture Check for:
Surface finish, back and inside finish
Solid construction
Sturdy base
Working parts
Drawers open smoothly

29. Buying Upholstered Furniture
Check for:
Zippers sewn straight and are strong
Underlining
Sufficient Padding
Spring quality
Comfort
Cushions (seams, welts,
cording should be smooth,
patterns should match,
and fabrics should be tightly woven.

30. Shopping for Furniture
Information and materials you should take with you when you shop for furniture:
Measurements: what size are door openings
Colors: Carpet, wallpaper, paint, fabric to match

31. Finishes The process of embellishing / protecting the surface of the wooden surface.
Varnish is a finish which can be applied to wood and other surfaces to create a hard, glossy film which will resist the elements. This type of finish is used in a wide range of situations, and it is a very popular method of finishing for floors, boat trim, and some cabinetry.
Like paint, wood stain is available in both oil-based and water-based varieties. Both are suitable for most any wood surface, but oil-based tends to be more durable than water-based on most.

32. Types of Joints Biscuit Mortise and tenon Rabbet Butt
Mitered Dado Lap Dovetail