1. For each timber joint listed provide a pencil drawing and an explanation of where it could be used.
Butt Joint-
The butt joint one of the most basic and simple joints to construct as it is made with only two pieces of timber that are put together at the ends. This means that the joint isn't very strong. In fact it is the weakest joint in woodwork but it is the easiest to make.
This joint is held together with glue, nails and screws but can also be secured with a combination of methods to greatly increase its strength.
The aspect of the butt joint being so weak it is only used in simple woodwork projects. The strength of this woodwork joint can be greatly increased by adding a triangular block of wood in the corner to increase the surface …show more content…
Find images of the cell structure of a hardwood and softwood. In relation to the cell structure explain why hardwoods are generally stronger than softwoods.
The woods are different in their structure, which make them fall under the categories of hardwoods or either softwoods. From the diagram, the hard wood compared to the soft wood, it is denser than the soft wood meaning it would be sturdier because of how dense the wood is. In addition, because of the soft wood being less dense there is more air in the wood, which makes it weaker than the strong wood.
4. For each Nail and Screw listed provide a pencil drawing and an explanation of where it could be used:
Bullet Head Nail-
The bullet head nail is one of the most versatile and common types of nails used in woodwork. It is a general-purpose component that comes in a range of sizes but the head allows for it to be punched below the timbers surface to conceal it. They are mostly used in framing, furniture and wood panelling because of the components of the nail.
Panel Pin-
Panel Pins are much of a finer gauge nail which is designed specifically for delicate projects where a normal nail would split the material. This particular type of nail is commonly used in cabinet making, joinery and for fixing
Butt Joint-
The butt joint one of the most basic and simple joints to construct as it is made with only two pieces of timber that are put together at the ends. This means that the joint isn't very strong. In fact it is the weakest joint in woodwork but it is the easiest to make.
This joint is held together with glue, nails and screws but can also be secured with a combination of methods to greatly increase its strength.
The aspect of the butt joint being so weak it is only used in simple woodwork projects. The strength of this woodwork joint can be greatly increased by adding a triangular block of wood in the corner to increase the surface …show more content…
Find images of the cell structure of a hardwood and softwood. In relation to the cell structure explain why hardwoods are generally stronger than softwoods.
The woods are different in their structure, which make them fall under the categories of hardwoods or either softwoods. From the diagram, the hard wood compared to the soft wood, it is denser than the soft wood meaning it would be sturdier because of how dense the wood is. In addition, because of the soft wood being less dense there is more air in the wood, which makes it weaker than the strong wood.
4. For each Nail and Screw listed provide a pencil drawing and an explanation of where it could be used:
Bullet Head Nail-
The bullet head nail is one of the most versatile and common types of nails used in woodwork. It is a general-purpose component that comes in a range of sizes but the head allows for it to be punched below the timbers surface to conceal it. They are mostly used in framing, furniture and wood panelling because of the components of the nail.
Panel Pin-
Panel Pins are much of a finer gauge nail which is designed specifically for delicate projects where a normal nail would split the material. This particular type of nail is commonly used in cabinet making, joinery and for fixing