B32 · Reference edition 2026.11
Grain and fold direction — Layout and sequence
The relationship between material direction and fold direction belongs in the construction record. Keep it visible when the outline is rotated.
Scope and purpose
Place the relevant elements in a visible order before completing the record. A diagram should distinguish position from sequence and should preserve the orientation used in the written notes. Review the example for a practical way to make the relationship explicit.
Working notes
This collection describes enclosure forms, access routes and documentation practices for paper-based material. It is intended for reading and planning, not for directing treatment of fragile objects. Fold diagrams and record examples are original illustrations with no associated collection or accession data. Material descriptions distinguish observed features from documented properties. Decisions about a real object, its condition and its environment require the relevant professional judgement.
Practical example
Place a direction arrow beside the flat pattern and repeat it on the assembly sketch.
| Reference record | Interpretation |
|---|---|
| B32 | Grain and fold direction |
| Scope and purpose | The relationship between material direction and fold direction belongs in the construction record. Keep it visible when the outline is rotated. |
| Limits and interpretation | A diagram cannot replace testing and judgement for a specific material. |
Review checklist
Identify the starting condition; mark the order or orientation; check that labels in the figure match the accompanying table.