Hardwood
FAS One Face (F1F)
FAS quality on one face, #1 Common on the reverse — great value for one-sided applications
Standard: NHLARelative price: PremiumRank: 2
What this grade means
FAS One Face (F1F) grade requires one face to meet FAS standards (83%+ clear) while the reverse face only needs to meet #1 Common grade. This makes F1F an excellent value for applications where only one side of the board is visible.
Defects allowed
Best face must meet FAS (83%+ clear), reverse can have more character/defects meeting #1 Common
Typical uses
Cabinet doors, table tops, furniture panels, wall paneling, visible one-side applications
Grade rules vary by species, region and grading agency. For structural work, use the grade stamp and governing code or an engineer’s specification—not appearance alone.
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