Timber: Surface Treatments
Design & Technology: AQA GCSE, topic 3.9.1
Surface Treatments
Surface treatments are what the surface of the wood requires in order to be rectified or made to be normal.
Filler
- Can be applied to fill holes or knots in the wood.
- Some additional sanding may be necessary.
Scraper
- A scraper can scrape fine shavings away from wood which is useful when fitting drawers into cabinets.
Sanding
- Simply sanding can reduce any imperfections that may be present.
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What can be used to fill holes or knots in the wood?