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© 2009, AWI, AWMAC, WI - Architectural Woodwork Standards - 1st Edition, October 1, 2009
As may be updated by errata at http://www.awinet.org, http://www.awmac.com, or http://www.woodworkinstitute.com/awserrata/WASH COATS: Thin solutions applied as a barrier coat to wood. Used prior to wiping stains for color uniformity.WATER-REPELLENT: A wood-treating solution that deposits waterproof or water-resistant solids on the walls of wood fibers and
ray cells, thereby retarding their absorption of water; having the quality of retarding the absorption of water by wood fibers and ray
cells.WAVY: Curly grain with large undulations; sometimes referred to as “finger roll” when the waves are about the width of a finger.WAX FINISH: Wax finishes are designed for cosmetic purposes only and provide no long-term protection. They are commonly
used for low-performance, low-abuse parts and in some areas for Pine furniture as a specialty appearance. No test data has been
established.WELL HOLE: In stairwork, the open space in which the stair is set.WELL-MATCHED FOR COLOR AND GRAIN: For the purpose of these standards, means that the members that make up
the components of an assembly and components of an adjacent assembly are: a) similar and nearly uniform in color, and b) have
similar grain, figure, and character. Adjacent members must be of the same grain type whether flat grain (plain-sliced), vertical grain
(quarter-cut), rift grain, or mixed grain.WHITE: When referring to color and matching, veneers containing all sapwood ranging in color from pink to yellow.WHITE BIRCH: Term used to specify the sapwood of the Yellow Birch tree.WINDOWS: In architectural woodwork, all frames and sashes for double-hung, casement, awning, sidelights, clerestory, and fixed
windows. Stock and name-brand units are not included.WIPING STAINS: Refers to pigmented oils or solvents applied to wood.WOOD FILLER: An aggregate of resin and strands, shreds, or flour of wood, which is used to fill openings in wood and provide
a smooth, durable surface.WOOD FLUSH DOOR: An assembly consisting of a core, stiles and rails, and/or edgebands, with two or three plies of overlay on
each side of the core assembly. All parts are composed of wood, wood derivatives, or high-pressure decorative laminates.WOODWORK: See architectural woodwork.WOODWORKER: See manufacturer.WORKMANSHIP: See first-class workmanship.WORMHOLES: Holes resulting from infestation of worms or marks caused by various types of wood attacking insect and beetle
larvae. Often appears as sound discolorations running with or across the grain in straight to wavy streaks. Sometimes referred to
as “pith flecks” in certain species of Maple, Birch, and other hardwoods because of a resemblance to the color of pith.WORM TRACK OR SCAR: The groove or resulting scar tissue in the wood caused by worms or other borers. Often appears
as sound discolorations running with or across the grain in straight to wavy streaks. Sometimes referred to as pith flecks in certain
species of Maple, Birch, and other hardwoods because of a resemblance to the color of pith.Glossary (Page 25 of 25)
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