History of Technology in India, Vol. I: From Antiquity to c. 1200 A.D. v1.c29.s2.t5.23

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Wood has been used as constructional material from neolithic times. Post holes in early neolithic settlements confirm this. As wood is perishable material only a fragment of what was used has come to us. In Harappan period it was used in conjunction with bricks masonry, for door frames, door leaves and as wooden beams for roofing purposes. Use of timber has also been attested for making embankments or wooden walls.