The face shall contain mostly sapwood, unstained.

The following characters are admitted: narrow streaks not running entire length of the strip; pin worm holes (up to 3 every 3' in length); imperfection in milling (torn grain) which will sand out; one (1) small tight knot (1/4" in diameter) to every 3' in length; small pith fleck (less than 1/4" diameter); an intermittent brown machine burn across the face not exceeding 1/4" in width; and unlimited cambium miners.

Brown heartwood is allowed as follows: 3/8" entire length or 1" for one-third the length of the strip.

Will admit pieces with 1/2 tongue. Most defect are lost sight of after the floor is laid and finished, giving a good appearance.

Bundles to be 1 1/4' to 8'.

(Natural Finish Select and Better Ash)

(Unfinished Select and Better Ash)