Douglas Fir | Quarter Sawn Sets | Builder Sheets

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A versatile selection of Douglas Fir material suitable for instrument building, veneers, or shop use. Choose between quarter sawn bookmatched sets or builder-grade sheets depending on your project.

Bundle 1: Quarter Sawn Sets (8 Sets)

Well-matched vertical grain (quarter sawn) halves, ideal for soundboards or light body construction.

  • 8 bookmatched 2-piece sets

  • Quarter sawn / vertical grain

  • Suitable for smaller acoustic tops (ukulele, classical), veneers, or lightweight bodies

A great option where grain consistency and stability matter.

Note on Condition: These are lower grade pieces and may include:

  • Cracks or end checking

  • Visual defects (knots or knot shadow) or irregular grain

Priced accordingly for flexible shop use.

Bundle 2: Builder Sheets (14 pcs)

A bundle of individual sheets suited for practice, smaller instruments, laminations, or veneer work.

  • 14 individual sheets (not matched sets)

  • Approx. 19"–22" long × 9" wide

Note on Condition: These are lower grade pieces and may include:

  • Cracks or end checking

  • Visual defects (knots or knot shadow) or irregular grain

Priced accordingly for flexible shop use.

A practical way to work with Douglas Fir across a range of builds—from finished instruments to experimentation.

Size:

A versatile selection of Douglas Fir material suitable for instrument building, veneers, or shop use. Choose between quarter sawn bookmatched sets or builder-grade sheets depending on your project.

Bundle 1: Quarter Sawn Sets (8 Sets)

Well-matched vertical grain (quarter sawn) halves, ideal for soundboards or light body construction.

  • 8 bookmatched 2-piece sets

  • Quarter sawn / vertical grain

  • Suitable for smaller acoustic tops (ukulele, classical), veneers, or lightweight bodies

A great option where grain consistency and stability matter.

Note on Condition: These are lower grade pieces and may include:

  • Cracks or end checking

  • Visual defects (knots or knot shadow) or irregular grain

Priced accordingly for flexible shop use.

Bundle 2: Builder Sheets (14 pcs)

A bundle of individual sheets suited for practice, smaller instruments, laminations, or veneer work.

  • 14 individual sheets (not matched sets)

  • Approx. 19"–22" long × 9" wide

Note on Condition: These are lower grade pieces and may include:

  • Cracks or end checking

  • Visual defects (knots or knot shadow) or irregular grain

Priced accordingly for flexible shop use.

A practical way to work with Douglas Fir across a range of builds—from finished instruments to experimentation.

Understanding Our Grades

Some products are available in multiple grades, while others are offered as unique pieces without grading. Our grading system is based primarily on the appearance of the working surface. Grade reflects visual characteristics such as grain consistency, colour variation, figure, and defects. It does not necessarily indicate tonal quality.

Master Highest visual selection
Near perfect top. Even and straight grain. No runout. Generally white in colour. Tops by log number are available.
AAA Premium appearance
Knots and knot shadow are not allowed within the pattern area. Grain is straight and even or graduated. Minimal to no runout. Generally white in colour. Tops by log number are available.
AA Excellent working grade
Knots and knot shadow fall outside the pattern area. Grain may be uneven, wavy, or curved. Slight colour variation allowed. Slight runout allowed. Tops by log number are available.
A Value-focused instrument wood
Knots and knot shadow fall within the pattern area. Brown and orange colour allowed. Specific log numbers cannot be requested.
View full grading guide →

Specifications

Species Douglas Fir
Cut Type Quarter Sawn
Instrument Type Various flat top instruments
Pieces Included See product description above for bundle contents.
Dimensions Variable
Notes Air dried, ready for final processing.

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Learn how grades, density, grain spacing, harvest year, and log numbers can help you choose the right wood for your instrument.

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Shipping & Duties

  • We ship worldwide

  • Import duties and taxes are collected at checkout where applicable

  • Tracking provided for every order

Any difference between estimated and actual duties is refunded when appropriate.