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a) Explain the meaning of sliced flitch veneers.
b) State where sliced flitch veneers would be used.
a) Explain the meaning of sliced flitch veneers.
Crown cut
The log is cut in half and the half log or flitch is then sliced straight across, parallel to a line through the centre of the log and tangential to the growth rings. This generally produces a veneer with a central area of strong figurative grain and a more linear effect al each edge.
b) State where sliced flitch veneers would be used.
Book match
The crown cut sliced flitch veneers above can be book matched. Take a pair of veneers face to face are opened like a book and laid onto the substrate. Decorative veneered doors, panelling and tables frequently use this method of 'matching' sliced flitch veneers.
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