wood

Wood is gotten from the stem and branches of a tree, when it is cut. Wood has many uses in the home. As such, it is important that we learn how to look after it properly.

USES OF WOOD

1. In many buildings, the doors and windows are usually wooden
2. To make many items of furniture like chairs, table e.t.c
3. As a source of fuel for cooking
4. To make paper
5. To make carvings and ornaments

There are two main types of wood:

1. Hard wood: This is obtained from broad-leaf trees. It is heavy and sold. Some examples of hardwood are iroko, ebony, opepe. Hard wood is used for roofing, door making, paneling and wooden houses
2. Soft wood: This is obtained from trees with needle like leaves which commonly grow in cooler climates e.g. pine, balsa. Soft wood is used to make paper and plywood
3. WOOD FINISHING

Finishing is the treatment given to wood surface. Wood finishes include paints, waxes, oils, lacquers, fillers, polishes e.t.c the method of cleaning a wood surface depends on the types of finish used on the wooden surface.

– USES OF WOOD FINISHING

1. To improve the appearance of the wooden surface
2. To prevent the wood from absorbing moisture
3. To protect the wood from boring pest attack
4. To prevent discoloration of wood
5. To prevent dirt from filling the wood pores

– TYPES OF WOOD FINISHING

1. Plain wood: Is finished by simply smoothing it. No form of finishing substance is applied to it. Most wooden cooking utensils have plain wood surface e.g. pastry board, table, draining board
2. Old and varnished wood surface: Oil finish is produced by rubbing the new wooden surface with special oil. Varnished finish is produced by rubbing special varnish on the wood.
3. Painted wood: Wood can be painted in different colors using suitable paints e.g. doors, windows, furniture
4. Polished wood surface: This is a kind finishing used to improve the natural beauty of color or grains of a wood surface e.g. cup boards, wall dividers, office tables, side boards e.t.c
5. Formula surface:  Used as a finishing for table in different colors and designs.

Assessment.

1. Mention 5 types of wood finishing?
2. What are the uses of Wood?
3. Mention and explain the 2 types of wood?
4. What are the uses of wood finishing?