The double edge is handy if you cut a combination of hard and soft woods.

Even earlier, however, local villagers had experience making tableware from soft woods.

The soft old wood splintered easily, and soon the door began to give way.

It can also be made from a similarly soft wood, including bamboo in the right climate.

Other materials, such as soft wood, lead and wax could also be used underneath the gold.

It smashed into the soft wood of the door frame.

Holding it in hand, I dropped out, to walk across the sand, my soft woods boots making no sound.

They have also been seen chewing on soft wood for moisture.

I want to lie on the soft wood and let it enfold me.

Any type of wood can be used, though softer woods work better.