Most Vikings were farmers, living with their families and growing and making all the things they needed for their daily lives.
Viking homes were made of timber planks and woven branches, with turf or thatched roofs.		The Vikings would build a longhouse for the family and barns for the animals.
	In the middle of the room was an open fire set in a long hearth. This gave the Vikings heat and light.
Vikings also built "Smithys", which were places for them to make and mend iron tools and utensils.		Food was stored in wooden barrels and boxes. The Vikings also used wood for plates and spoons.