Book Matching DescriptionVisual EffectAlternating pieces of veneer from a flitch are turned over, so that adjacent leaves are “opened” as two pages in a book.Veneer joints match, creating a symmetrical pattern. Yields maximum continuity of grain. Prominent characteristics will ascend or descend across the match. Tight and loose side faces alternate, which can yield a noticeable color variation. Proper finishing …

ANSI Plywood Grading Standards & Descriptions FACE GRADE: Applications A Where excellent appearance is very important as in cabinets and furniture.B Where the natural characteristics and appearance of the species are desirable.CD Provide sound surfaces but allow unlimited color variation. Repairs in increasing size ranges allowed respectively from C to D. Suitable for applications where surface will be hidden or …

FACE GRADES: Birch | Ash | Maple | Poplar Veneer: Rotary-Cut | Plain-Sliced | Quarter-Cut Pin Knots & Small Burls Combined AverageConspicuous Burls MaximumSound & Repaired KnotsRepaired KnotsMineral StreaksVineRough CutBlended Repaired TaperingAMAX 10 (4 UP TO 1/4″)3/8″NONOSLIGHTSLIGHTNOTWO 1/16″ X 6″BMAX 16 (8 UP TO 1/4″)1/2″44 TO 1/8″SLIGHTYESSLIGHTFOUR 1/8″ X 8″CNO LIMITNO LIMIT84 TO 1/2″YESYESTWO 8″ AREASFOUR 3/16″ X 8″DNO LIMITNO LIMIT105 …