Saturday, 7 December 2024

Wooden Tops 20. Horse chestnut

Horse chestnut wood is rather weak but has been used to make furniture. Its absorbant properties, however, make it ideal for fruit racks and storage trays. These keep the fruit dry, preventing rotting.

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