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quartersawn

quartersawn

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Cut so the tree rings are at right angles, making straight lines in the wood and more stable boards
  • adjective
  • /ˈkwɔrtərˌsɔːn/
  • Specialized
: cortado en cuartos
  • Many antique pieces feature quartersawn boards because of their resistance to warping.

Examples

  • Furniture made from quartersawn oak is often more durable and visually appealing.

  • The craftsman chose quartersawn wood for its stability and attractive grain pattern.

  • The table is made of quartersawn oak.

  • I prefer quartersawn wood for its durability.

  • The carpenter preferred to use quartersawn lumber to ensure a more stable and attractive finish for the table.

  • Many woodworkers appreciate the beauty of quartersawn oak because of its straight and uniform grain patterns.

  • He chose quartersawn boards for his project, believing they would provide better durability and resistance to warping.

Surface Forms

quartersawn positive

Morphology

quartersawn = quarter + sawn (semi-transparent) = quarter + sawn

Formed from 'quarter' + 'sawn' and the parts are literal, but the specific woodworking meaning is specialized and may not be obvious to general learners.

Etymology

Quartersawn comes from quarter (a 'one of four parts' of a log) and sawn ('cut with a saw'). It names wood made by cutting a log into quarters and sawing those pieces so the tree rings meet the board at a right angle, which gives a straight grain and more stable wood.