Physical properties of timber

Refers to how wood shrinks and swells in relation to moisture gain or loss. In other words, how it “moves” consistently throughout its life.

• Durability
• Dimensional Stability
• Shrink Resistance
• Abrasion Resistance

Is the ability to perform its intended task for a required period of time. This means its performance when exposed to hazards such as decay (fungi) and insects (termites etc.)

• Strength
• Flexibility
• Durability
• Dimensional Stability

Going from its green to a dry state as it loses moisture. Radial shrinkage in solid wood can vary from less than 2% for some of the more stable wood species, upwards to around 8%

• Durability
• Dimensional Stability
• Shrink Resistance
• Abrasion Resistance

Refers to timbers ability to withstand forces, pressure and loads before it will break.

• Strength
• Flexibility
• Durability
• Dimensional Stability

Refers to timbers ability to withstand scratching and wear from various objects, tools and general use.

• Abrasion Resistance
• Strength
• Flexibility
• Durability

Refers to woods capablity to be bent, without breaking.

• Abrasion Resistance
• Strength
• Flexibility
• Durability