DENDROLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Scratches/dents and knife marks were the two most common defects found throughout the six-year assessment period (Figure 4). Knife marks and scratches were major contributors to the total number of defects for all the veneered species (Figure 5).

Detailed explanation-2: -Knots. As one of the most common defects in timber, knots occur when branches die off and the bases become enclosed by a second layer of wood. Though this is considered a defect, knots in wood can create an interesting visual and are commonly seen in hardwood floors.