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Bow Defect

Bow: A board that rocks from
end to end when laid on one face.

Bow Defect

Solution: Salvage a bowed board by crosscutting it into shorter sections, matching the lengths of pieces to the curve of the board. Test setups or finishes with areas too bowed to produce flat stock. You may be able to create small parts, such as cleats or spacers, from the bowed pieces.

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