- Wood - Wikipedia
Wood is a structural tissue material found as xylem in the stems and roots of trees and other woody plants Being a natural material, it is characterized as an organic material – a natural composite of cellulosic fibers that are strong in tension and embedded in a matrix of lignin and hemicelluloses that resists compression [1][2]
- Global engineering and consulting for energy and materials | Wood
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- Wood | Properties, Production, Uses, Facts | Britannica
Wood, the principal strengthening and nutrient-conducting tissue of trees and other plants and one of the most abundant and versatile natural materials It is strong in relation to its weight, is insulating to heat and electricity, and has desirable acoustic properties
- WoodWorks | Wood Products Council
WoodWorks is your go-to resource for commercial and multi-family wood building design, engineering, and construction We’re here to support you with free one-on-one project assistance, continuing education, design tools, and on-demand resources
- Wood Species Guide
Here you'll find all you need to know about choosing and using various species of wood Learn about wood properties and working characteristics so you can build better projects
- How Wood is Formed in Trees - The Wood Database
It’s common knowledge that wood comes from trees What may not be so apparent is the structure of the wood itself, and the individual components that make up any given piece of lumber
- Wood - An introduction to its structure, properties, and uses
An easy-to-understand introduction to wood; how it's grown, harvested, logged, treated, and turned into thousands of useful products
- 8 Types of Wood for Every Project - HowStuffWorks
The types of wood you choose can affect a product’s strength, appearance, durability and cost Whether you're building furniture, framing a house or choosing outdoor materials, understanding wood types is essential
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