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Bookmatch

A bookmatch is a pair of neighbouring boards opened like a book to create a mirrored grain pattern.

What it means#

Bookmatching uses two adjacent boards from a log. One board is flipped so the growth rings and figure mirror each other across the joint.

Why buyers care#

The result can be dramatic, especially in walnut and figured hardwoods. The practical value depends on more than the mirror: thickness, moisture, checks, colour balance, and flattening allowance all need to line up.

What to check#

Look at the centre joint, but also look at the outer live edges, defect placement, and whether the pair can finish to the same final thickness.

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