Prepare to have a myth busted! You’ve probably heard that the Mathematical Bridge, crossing the river Cam in Cambridge, was designed by Sir Isaac Newton without using any nuts or bolts, instead relying on opposing forces to keep the structure taught. 
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Wooden Wonders we’d like to have French polished: 25. the Mathematical Bridge, Cambridge
full listWooden Wonders we’d like to have French polished: 20. The spiral staircase of the Loretto Chapel
One of the most wonderful things about working with wood is that it’s a material that never fails to take our breath away.
Wooden Wonders We’d Like To Have French Polished: 6. De Havilland DH.98 Mosquito Aeroplane
The legendary De Havilland DH.98 Mosquito is famously known as the “Wooden Wonder”, precisely because the majority of it’s construction was made of various wood elements. Although Britain had access to Aluminium, this material was predominantly directed towards the production of Spitfires and Hurricanes, so the Air Ministry decided to investigate the possibility of an aircraft which could make the most use of non-strategic materials.
Wooden Wonders We’d Like To Have French Polished: 2. The Trojan Horse
Originally found in Virgil’s The Aeneid, the mythological Trojan Horse from classical Greek literature continues to enthral to this day. As the decisive factor of the Trojan War, the horse was created to appear as a victory trophy to the people of Troy following the Greeks failed ten year siege of their city.
Wooden Wonders We’d Like To Have French Polished
At Terry Waters French Polishing we apply a full range of wood and timber restoration services to the highest standards for our clients specific needs. We’re passionate about the service we provide and often find ourselves anticipating the next wooden wonder which we will enhance or restore.
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