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5 types of wood perfect for sculpting and carving

By SHEELA CHANDRAN
Choosing the right wood for your projects is important. Photo: Filepic

When it comes to any wood-based DIY projects, it is important to use malleable but sturdy wood, says local woodcrafter Gabriel Wong, 35.

“Wood can be classified as hardwood and softwood. Hardwood is durable and usually used as timber flooring. Softwood is lightweight and often used to build furniture.

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