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Hardwood (oak, maple, beech)
Handles, durable parts, furniture, tool bodies.
Properties at a glance
FlexibilityLow
DurabilityHigh
Water resistanceLow
Heat resistanceLow
Ease of workingMedium
Relative costMiddling
Rough comparisons with other materials in this library — not measured specs. Cost is relative only; no prices have been checked.
Strengths
- Hard-wearing
- Holds screws well
- Looks good finished
Limitations
- Harder to cut
- More expensive than softwood
How it's worked
Methods: Sawing, Turning, Joinery
Typical tools: Saw, Drill, Router or chisels
Safety
Some hardwood dusts are irritants — use dust extraction.
Environmental notes
Choose certified or reclaimed timber.