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2. Plywood - Wikipedia

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   The ancient Egyptians and Greeks cut wood thinly and glued it together in layers with the grain in perpendicular directions as fine wood was in short supply. This is believed to have been done purely for cosmetic and economical purposes but it turned out to be a great alternative to pure wood as it reduced flex, making it a versatile building material.

3. Engineered wood - Wikipedia

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   Large self-supporting wooden roof built for Expo 2000 in Hanover, Germany. Engineered wood, also called mass timber, composite wood, man-made wood, or manufactured board, includes a range of derivative wood products which are manufactured by binding or fixing the strands, particles, fibres, or veneers or boards of wood, together with adhesives, or other methods of fixation [1] to form ...

4. Garden furniture - Wikipedia

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   Garden furniture materials are designed for durability and weather resistance. Common options include wood like teak and cedar, known for their natural strength and aesthetics. Metal, such as aluminum and wrought iron, offers sturdiness and style, while plastic and synthetic rattan are lightweight, low-maintenance, and resistant to the elements.

5. Thermally modified wood - Wikipedia

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   Durability class 1–3, according to European Standard EN 350-2, can be obtained out of non durable (class 5) softwood species. [13] The main disadvantage is that the strength is decreased as a result of the high temperatures. In general the bending strength is reduced up to 30% with more reduction at higher temperatures. [14]

6. 12 Outdoor Dining Tables That Are Sturdy and Chic - AOL

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   What Is the Most Durable Material for Outdoor Dining Tables? You can't go wrong with wood, metal, resin, or, of course, polywood as they're all made to last and hold up in even the most inclement ...

7. Pressed wood - Wikipedia

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   Pressed wood, also known as presswood, is any engineered wood building and furniture construction material made from wood shavings and particles, sawdust or wood fibers bonded together with an adhesive under heat and pressure. [1]