I know board widths of 4″ to 6″ is what typically is recommended for glue up of wide panels.
However, with more stable quarter sawn lumber I was wondering if the typical recommendation can be changed to slightly wider boards.
Specifically I’m working with white oak on a project and have some very nice lumber up to 20 inches wide that is true quarter sawn the entire width of the boards. (frequently I see many boards that vary from quarter sawn on one edge to rift or sometimes even plain sawn on the other edge) What is the best way to handle this lumber for making table tops ranging from 20″ for end tables to 42 inches wide for table tops.
Thanks in advance for any experienced advice.
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As long as it is quarter sawn, and flat after adjusting to your shop's relative humidity, there will be nothing gained by ripping the stock and then regluing it. Quarter sawn that wide is a luxury, enjoy it the way it comes from the tree.
John W.
I can't see a problem using the wide stuff.Sounds like some really great wood,it would be a shame not to show it off.I would be sure though to finish equally on both sides.
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