by Jana L | Mar 1, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -C, Uncategorized
A term to describe what happens to wood as it grows. Curly wood looks like sand on the beach or river bottom with repeated ripples in the grain. The grain goes up and down causing the unusual look in the wood. This is also called “Fiddleback” or “tiger”...
by Jana L | Mar 1, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -C, Uncategorized
A split caused by lack of cohesion between the annual rings.
by Jana L | Mar 1, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -C, Uncategorized
A defect in the lumber where the face of the board warps up like the letter “U”.
by Jana L | Mar 1, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -C, Uncategorized
Color varies from golden tan to a reddish brown; Grain is interlocked, with a medium texture and a waxy feel. Difficult to saw. High density. Very durable. Used for flooring, cabinetry, furniture, heavy construction, docks, railroad ties, bearings, handles, and other...
by Jana L | Mar 1, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -C, Uncategorized
The deviation of grain direction from the longitudinal axis of a piece of wood or from the stem axis in a tree. Pronounced deviation from the surface, especially in veneer, is termed short grain.
by Jana L | Mar 1, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -C, Uncategorized
A cut made perpendicular to the grain of a board.
