by Jana L | Mar 2, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -F, Uncategorized
The wide irregular, conspicuous figure in quartersawn oak flooring. See Medullary Rays.
by Jana L | Mar 2, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -F, Uncategorized
A heavy dark mineral streak shaped like a banner.
by Jana L | Mar 2, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -F, Uncategorized
The property of a material or assembly to withstand fire or given protection from it. Certain species naturally provide greater fire resistance than others. Classes are I-II-III or A-B-C with Class I or A being the most fire resistant.
by Jana L | Mar 2, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -F, Uncategorized
The small components that comprise finger-block parquet. Also called fingers or slats. Fillet may also refer to the top layer of some engineered wood flooring.
by Jana L | Mar 2, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -F, Uncategorized
In woodworking, any substance used to fill the holes and irregularities in planed or sanded surfaces to decrease the porosity of the surface before applying finish coatings. Wood filler used for cracks, knotholes and worm holes is often a commercial putty, plastic...
by Jana L | Mar 2, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -F, Uncategorized
A method or device used to attach wood flooring to a subfloor. See Mechanical Fastener or Chemical Fastener.
