Hey all,
While browsing the 'net for general info on American Federal style of furniture (design characteristics, time period, materials, finishes, Big Names In, etc.) I came upon this piece:
"The one piece top features regular spaced inserts into the wood on the underside that were added to prevent warping."
Interesting, and new to me (note my moniker). Thought I'd see what the collective knowledge of the wRECk is on this topic. How does the technique achieve its claimed benefit? (or DOES it!?) The inserts seem to run long-grain, why?
Thanks, Chris