If it isn't going to be under stress, it becomes an esthetic question: what
looks best? It is common to alternate arch directions on a piece that is
glued up. But if it isn't wide, you can do it however you want. Isn't that
great?

Steve


"damian penney" wrote in message
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What is the accepted(best?) way of orienting grain in an arch? Should
the grain run from the bottom corner to the center i.e

/// \\\
or should it run straight
||| |||

Any rules of thumb ?

Strength isn't an issue, it's actually just a decorative piece that
will be the bow on a bed shaped like a boat, the arch will be made from
walnut with a floating panel of teak and holly inserted into it.

Thanks in advance.