Wood Cuts
What does "Quarter Sawn" mean and why does it cost more?
The Quarter Sawn cut is more labor-intensive, garnering a higher price tag than Plain Sawn. The rare cut results in a straighter-looking grain and more even coloring.
The way in which the wood is cut also affects its look, as well as its cost.
Plain Sawn
Plain Sawn is the most common and cost-effective cut. Growth rings are parallel to the board's surface. This creates the grainy pattern you see most often.
Quarter Sawn
Quarter Sawn is a specialty cut with a higher price tag than Plain Sawn. Logs are sliced into triangular quarters - like a pizza - and then cut quarter by quarter. Growth rings are perpendicular to the board's face, creating a straighter-looking grain with more consistent coloring.
Read more topics:
- Explore different flooring types
- Learn more about common hardwood species
- Understand what each wood grade means
- Determine which finish is right for you
