quartersawed

/ˈkwɔːrtərˌsɔːd/
adjective
  1. Sawn lengthwise into quarters, then into boards, to show the grain in a straight pattern and reduce warping.
    • Quartersawed lumber is more stable and less likely to twist.
    • The cabinet was made from quartersawed oak, which gave it a beautiful straight grain.
    • They chose quartersawed wood for the flooring because of its durability.
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