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Kerf     The width of the sawblade (circular or band) and the source of sawdust. The more traditional circular sawblades are wider (1/4" to 3/8") than the newer band saw blades (1/8" to 3/16") and produce more sawdust, a waste byproduct of sawmills.     Back to top       Kiln     Freshly cut green lumber may be sold green or first dried in a kiln to accelerate removal of the moisture in the wood. Drying wood in a kiln is an art to ensure that the wood dries evenly to retain its strength and aesthetic properties. Different species dry at different rates. Kiln dried lumber commands a higher price than green or air dried lumber. Back to top         Knots     Areas of the main stem of a tree in which the base of a branch has been overgrown through diameter growth of the main stem are called knots. Knots in lumber or veneer are cross sections of tree branches     Back to top       Kraft Paper     Heavy brown paper sometimes treated to be water repellant.     Back to top       For Further Information Please contact our knowledgable staff