Our wood lexicon
Learn important woodworking terms and work with wood more easily! In our wood lexicon, we explain the most important technical terms from the world of woodworking step by step, so you can understand wood better and work with it more easily!
The content of our wood lexicon contains the following information:
- Definitions of technical terms: All important terms used in connection with wood are defined and explained.
- Descriptions of types of wood: The most important types of wood in the world are described, including their origin, properties, use and processing.
- Information on the processing and use of wood: The dictionary explains the most important wood processing methods and shows how wood can be used for different purposes.
- Illustrations and tables: Pictures and tables illustrate the information in the encyclopedia and make it easier to understand.
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Live Edge | What is Live Edge?The live edge, also known as waney edge, natural edge, bark edge, or by the German term Baumkante, refers in woodworking to the natural edge of a wooden board or log. It replicates the naturally grown line of the tree trunk, thus preserving the original shape of the tree, including the bark and sapwood. The live edge imparts increased naturalness and individuality to the wooden workpiece, which is appreciated in both modern and traditional designs. |
| Live edge wood | What does wood with a live edge mean?Wood with a live edge, also known as "live edge" wood, refers to wood products where the natural shape and contour of the tree trunk are preserved. Unlike fully trimmed wood, live edge wood retains the natural bark and outer form of the tree. This gives the wood a rustic and natural appearance, which is highly valued in furniture making and architectural applications. |
| Lumber measurement | How is sawn timber measured?The measurement of sawn timber is an important process in wood processing to determine the dimensions for sale and further processing. There are different methods depending on whether the timber is unedged, partially edged, or fully edged. Each of these categories has specific rules for measuring width, handling wane (bark edges), and accounting for splits. |
