I just LOVE seeing common materials used in ways that make them look entirely different.
Rift cut oak is one of them.
You can believe this is oak:
This is oak:
And so is this:
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And that this is oak too?
And these too are oak.
Well, it is. And here's the reason why:
The Cut
Rift cut oak makes for a very tight grain, a result achieved by way of the particular approach that's used to cut boards from a log, as illustrated in the picture to the right.
Rift cut oak is a wonderful choice for contemporary styled rooms, because the linear grain enhances the space’s already clean look.
It’s also perfect for slab cabinet doors, doors that have no recessed or raised panel, because the wood adds a touch of pattern and style to an area without looking too busy.
And, much like vein-cut stone, it can give direction or the appearance of a strie look.
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Personally, I LOVE this look. See if you do too by checking out these projects, below.
I love to see 2 different wood finishes (or maybe more) layered in, thoughtfully, carefully in a home’s interior architectural envelope.
However, I don’t like seeing a muddy mess or a near miss on these expensive investments in a home on materials like flooring, cabinetry, paneling, trimwork, etc.