11.   It was especially designed for stick-sharpening end grain.

12.   Just as the Victorians were so prudish they covered up piano legs with skirts, some old-time woodworkers were offended by the sight of end grain.

13.   Neither has the mechanical strength of the standard mortise and tenon, and end grain will be visible on the edges.

14.   One way to keep the end grains from absorbing water is to reshape the edges with a router.

15.   Put a second coat on any areas where the porous end grain is exposed, such as furniture legs.

16.   The block plane is used to smooth the end grain of a board.

17.   The end grain readily absorbs the glue and reduces its holding power.

18.   The end grain soaks up moisture readily and becomes a target for rot.

19.   The end grain of boards is particularly absorbent and may need a few coats of sealer so the end matches the surface color.

20.   The ends of a board, commonly called end grain, are more porous than the other surfaces.