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jho37

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on: Aug 28, 2018
Describe the advantages of a polymer moulding over wood when the desired look is a heavily carved reproduction look.
 
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Cherry and maple are common woods used for mouldings.
 
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   b. False


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briseldagonzales

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Reply #1 on: Aug 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

The mouldings are much less expensive than the hand-carved originals
They are lighter weight and therefore easier to handle
They may be nailed, drilled, or screwed
They are receptive to sanding
They help save on installation costs, because, in many cases, the original moulding consisting of several pieces, but modern technology reproduces multiple mouldings in a one-piece strip

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b, pine and oak are common woods used for mouldings.


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Reply 2 on: Aug 28, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Gracias!

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