Definition of Flat-Sawn, Quarter-Sawn, Rift-Sawn Lumber Wood board saw-milling methods, This article defines the three main patterns from which lumber is sawn or milled from a tree: flatsawn, or plain-sawn, quarter-sawn, and the less-common and still mor
Rift SawnRift sawn wood is used for applications that require straight lined grain through and through. For instance, tables, chairs and other furniture legs benefit greatly from having all exposed sides with the same linear appearance. Rift sawn lumber milling is more labor intensive than both ...