Definitions
- Referring to trees that are suitable for sawing into lumber. - Talking about the raw material used in the production of wood products. - Describing a forest or woodland that contains trees that are mature enough to be harvested for lumber.
- Referring to a long, flat piece of timber used in construction or as a building material. - Talking about a specific type of wooden board used for flooring or decking. - Describing a wooden board used for making furniture or other wooden objects.
List of Similarities
- 1Both sawtimber and plank are made of wood.
- 2Both are used in construction and woodworking.
- 3Both can be cut to specific sizes and shapes.
- 4Both are important materials in the production of wooden products.
- 5Both are derived from trees.
What is the difference?
- 1Size: Sawtimber refers to large trees that can be sawn into lumber, while plank refers to a specific type of wooden board that is typically smaller in size.
- 2Function: Sawtimber is primarily used as a raw material for producing lumber and other wood products, while plank is used as a building material, for flooring, decking, and furniture making.
- 3Production: Sawtimber is harvested from mature trees in forests, while plank is produced by cutting larger pieces of wood into smaller, more manageable boards.
- 4Usage: Sawtimber is typically used in industrial settings, while plank is used in both industrial and residential settings.
- 5Versatility: Sawtimber has limited use outside of the lumber industry, while plank has a wide range of applications in construction and woodworking.
Remember this!
Sawtimber and plank are both made of wood and used in construction and woodworking. However, sawtimber refers to mature trees that are suitable for sawing into lumber, while plank refers to a specific type of wooden board used for flooring, decking, and furniture making. Sawtimber is primarily used as a raw material in the lumber industry, while plank has a wide range of applications in both industrial and residential settings.
