Quarter-Sawn Wood

Lumber cut by first quartering the log lengthwise and then sawing each quarter perpendicular to the growth rings. Quarter-sawing produces boards with straight, vertical grain lines, exceptional dimensional stability (minimal warping and cupping), and distinctive ray fleck patterns in species like white oak. Quarter-sawn wood is more expensive due to lower yield per log but is prized in high-end cabinetry for its consistent appearance and superior performance.

Specifying this for a job? Captivating Pro members buy at 20–40% off retail and get cut sheets before rough-in.