Our oak lexicon
Discover the fascinating world of oak! In our Oak Lexicon, we explain everything about the most well-known native wood species – from terminology to processing. This way, you'll learn to understand oak wood better and use it more effectively.
The content of our Oak Lexicon offers you:
- Terminology related to oak: Important terms from the timber industry and oak processing – clearly defined and easy to understand.
Properties and types of oak wood:
Learn everything about different oak species, their origin, differences, characteristics, and fields of application.
Processing and use:
Whether in furniture making, façade wood, or traditional techniques – our lexicon shows you how oak wood is professionally processed and utilized.
Images and tables:
Illustrative images and structured overviews help you better understand the content.
| 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. |
