The Encyclopedia of Wood

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Information on adhesive bonding, biodeterioration, control of moisture content, preservation, fire safety, specialty treatments, and much more.

Timber is one of our most precious, versatile, and vulnerable resources,
so using it effectively is important. Knowing your material inside and out is the first step to doing just that. Read about the structure of wood itself, from growth rings to its chemical composition. Learn wood's physical and ...

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Overview

Information on adhesive bonding, biodeterioration, control of moisture content, preservation, fire safety, specialty treatments, and much more.

Timber is one of our most precious, versatile, and vulnerable resources,
so using it effectively is important. Knowing your material inside and out is the first step to doing just that. Read about the structure of wood itself, from growth rings to its chemical composition. Learn wood's physical and mechanical properties, including everything from elasticity to nuclear radiation. This extensive manual includes a section on stress grading as well as thorough descriptions of which fasteners to use and when. It has information on adhesive bonding,
biodeterioration, control of moisture content, preservation, fire safety, specialty treatments, and much more. The Encyclopedia of Wood is an essential resource for builders, architects, engineers,
and woodworkers.

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Product Details

  • ISBN-13: 9781602390577
  • Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing
  • Publication date: 5/1/2007
  • Pages: 496
  • Sales rank: 703,107
  • Product dimensions: 6.10 (w) x 9.00 (h) x 1.30 (d)

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  • Anonymous

    Posted April 4, 2007

    Amazing reference!

    This is really an impressive reference on all things wood-related. From the characteristics of various species to structure to fastenings, adhesives, finishes, and treatments, this might be the most thorough treatise on the subject. The photos, illustrations, and graphs are very helpful, too.

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