wavy grain

A curly figure in wood grain, similar to fiddleback, but with more uniform ripples and waves.

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The wood usually has an interlocked or wavy grain and can be difficult to work because of the alternately hard and soft nature of the grain.

Dramatic zebrawood: a popular exotic with a popular name

Because the cut crosses the wavy grain at a somewhat radial approach, it leaves a repeating pattern of end-grain, flat-grain, end-grain, giving the resulting surface an almost iridescent three-dimensional look that is greatly enhanced with the application of finish materials.

Figures fantastic: curly, bird's-eye and other figured maples offer wood lovers a treasure trove of forms

In the former, a knot in the wood provides a beauty spot on the breast of a voluptuous blond, while in the latter, an expanse of wavy grain echoes the curves of a recumbent brunette's thighs.

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Disclosed herein is a new kind of veneer which has the cross grain (such as wavy grain and interlocked grain) artificially formed on the surface of straight-grained veneer cut by quarter sawing from a species of wood which should yield the cross grain but actually has no cross grain.

Cross-grained veneer and manufacturing method of the same. (Patents)

Generally, these tables are simple in design, which makes them versatile, but they are hand-crafted of rare and wonderful woods such as jumu or juanghuali, which has a wavy grain and knots, or zitan, which is dark brown with purple undertones.

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Experts recommend a reduced cutting angle when planing interlocked or wavy grain.

A case for acacia: Australian blackwood offers a beautiful alternative to koa

May have slight dulling effect on cutting edges, especially when wavy grain is present.

Big in Japan: Pacific coast yellow cedar is popular in the Far East

Wood is usually straight grained and coarse textured but can have an irregular or wavy grain.

Nuts about pecan: most notable for the delicious pecan nut, pecan trees also yield wood that can have a wide variety of looks

Sapele also yields roe and fiddleback figures, as well as a mottled figure when the wood has a wavy grain.

Figuratively speaking: Sapele's ribbon striping and other popular figures make it a perfect substitute for South American mahoganies

However, they also can have a curly or wavy grain that produces a wonderful pattern.

A fan favorite: Maple is a big hit with baseball players nationwide. It also ranks as one of the top choices for cabinetry, flooring and architectural millwork

Burma teak is usually straight grained while other teak will have a wavy grain.

Weathering the storm: teak--with its exceptional resistance to the elements--is the wood of choice for outdoor applications like patio and garden furniture

It sometimes has a wavy grain that produces a variety of interesting patterns, including a rare pommele figure.