Types of Softwood
PINE
Pine is a popular choice for woodworking due to its availability, affordability, and versatility. Pine is classified as a softwood, making it easier to cut, shape, and sand compared to hardwoods.
SPRUCE
Spruce trees are often fast-growing, making them a more sustainable choice compared to slower-growing hardwoods. Sustainable forestry practices ensure that spruce is harvested responsibly, promoting the long-term health of forests.
Distinguishing between softwood and hardwood and cutting methods
Janka hardness
The Janka hardness test, created by Austrian-born American researcher Gabriel Janka ,measures the resistance of a sample of wood to denting and wear. It measures the force required to embed an 11.28-millimeter-diameter (7⁄16 in) steel ball halfway into a sample of wood. (source)
MAP DISTRIBUTION OF WOOD CATEGORIES
Applications of Softwood
DIFFERENTIATION OF NORDIC SPRUCE AND TAEDA PINE
