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I bought “quartersawn” oak floors from a vendor who has been highly recommended on brownstoner.com. When I received them, I noticed that they were marked “R&Q” on the box instead of quartersawn. I called the vendor, who then said that it was “the same thing”. I should have researched this, but didn’t do so and now I find that they are not – R&Q includes some quartersawn (smaller %) and some rift cut (larger %). I am very annoyed about this, but have no recourse with the vendor because the invoice says “R&Q” – I would also like to find out from readers if you think $5.25/sqft is a good price for 5″ R&Q red oak (better & select) floors.