Woods

Wood is a common Block type used in crafting several Recipes. It can also be used to build structures, such as Houses. Wood is obtained by using an Axe or Chainsaw to break Trees. All trees produce the same type of wood. Unlike most Block types, placed Wood must be removed with an Axe or Chainsaw.

Farming

 * See also: Guide:Gardening.

One method to farm wood with minimum effort is to place Mud and plant a long stretch of Jungle Grass in a convenient location. Jungle trees will grow automatically without further maintenance, unlike normal trees, which require Acorns. However, keep in mind that the Jungle this creates can spawn Jungle enemies such as Jungle Slimes and Jungle Bats, which can be dangerous or annoying, depending on your defensive equipment.

Another effective way to collect wood is to create a new World and cut down the trees generated within it, then delete the world once its easily-accessible natural resources are exhausted.

Tips

 * In Hardmode worlds, due to its abundance and inability to become Corrupted or Hallowed, wood placement is a common method of insulating Corruption or Hallowed areas. A 3-tile clearance is still required between Corruption/Hallow and the area to be protected.

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