Sheet goods
What is OSB?
OSB, or oriented strand board, is a structural sheet made from compressed wood strands and adhesive. It is common in sheathing and utility work, but it is usually not the first choice for fine cabinet faces.
Why OSB matters
Sheet material choice changes thickness, edge finishing, fasteners, weight, face quality, and how much waste a layout can tolerate. For builders using WoodCutTool, the practical point is simple: define the term before the material is cut so the plan, calculator result, and shop work all describe the same thing.
How to use it in a project
Enter the real sheet size and thickness before optimizing the layout, then review finished faces and grain direction before cutting. When the project has many parts or expensive material, move from a rough note to a real cut list calculator, plywood cut calculator, or saved CutList layout before buying or cutting stock.
Use the glossary to clarify the language, then use WoodCutTool calculators to test the actual numbers.