This text provides detailed descriptions of different grades of flooring, each defined by its grain patterns, knot sizes, character markings, and overall quality. Here’s a brief summary of the key features for each grade:

1. Clear Plainsawn Grade:

   • Mixed grain patterns.
   • Virtually knot-free; occasional small pin knots (≤½″).
   • Occasional natural figure may appear.

2. Select Plainsawn Grade:

   • Combination of leaf and linear grain patterns.
   • Knots up to 1½″ in minor axis; includes small cracks or filled cracks.
   • More natural character markings.

3. Character Plainsawn Grade:

   • Mixed grain patterns.
   • Unlimited knots, cracks, nail holes, and distressed markings (filled in engineered planks).

4. Distressed Plainsawn Grade:

   • Leaf and linear grain patterns.
   • Unlimited knots and distressed markings, plus surface indentations.

5. Select Quartersawn Grade:

   • At least 75% clear material, with 75% straight grain.
   • Knots limited to 1½″ on the minor axis.
   • Reflects traditional Colonial American flooring.

6. Perfection Quartersawn Grade (CVG):

   • Highest quality, most durable.
   • 100% vertical grain, 98% clear material.
   • Beautiful straight-grained appearance.

7. Monster Wide Plank Grade:

   • Wide, long planks for larger spaces.
   • Live-sawn with mixed grain patterns and character markings.

8. Aged Plainsawn Grade:

   • Aged to resemble 75–100-year-old flooring.
   • Medium brown tones throughout the plank face.

9. Original Plainsawn Grade:

   • Mixed grain patterns with original surface wear.
   • Unlimited knots, nail holes, cracks, and natural markings.

10. Original Quartersawn Grade:

    • Available by special order in specific widths.
    • Shares characteristics with Original Plainsawn but in a quartersawn grain.

 

This guide is useful for choosing flooring based on aesthetic preferences, durability, and historical or character-driven features.