Why does wood bend like plasticine? Shown from the inside!
This craftsman pulls a steam-heated board from the machine and, in seconds, sends it under a giant press. While the wood is hot, it becomes flexible—the steam softens the lignin and cellulose, turning the hard wood almost into rubber. This is how curved parts for chairs and tables are created. It's amazing how technology can change the shape of wood in a matter of seconds!