Re: TL9+ Wood [Ultratech]
It would be used the same way wood is, as a structural material, it would just be stronger. It probably wouldn't have a high demand for furniture, being heavy for its volume, but if it's more resilient than normal wood it may replace wood paneling (for floors, walls, etc). It's likely to be more aesthetically pleasing than steel and the like (provided the compression doesn't eliminate the grain), of course, which will make it good for visible supports.
It's probably harder to burn than normal wood (less surface area), but is still a fire hazard, unlike most metals. That's something to consider when using it for buildings (or vehicles).
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