Yield

The percentage of usable lumber or material obtained from a raw log or sheet after cutting, milling, and removing defects such as knots, splits, and sapwood. Yield directly affects the cost of cabinet-grade wood — species with lower yield (more waste) command higher prices. Premium woods like walnut and cherry have lower yield than maple or oak because of greater color variation and defect rates, contributing to their premium pricing in cabinetry.

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