guitar tops : wood grain orientation

[Jean-Philippe Regnard]

Hi
I have a question about electric guitar tops (Bookmatched tops).
I want to make mine from a live edge and lumber dealer. However, I don't know if there are restrictions about the wood grain orientation (in the thickness) to avoid deformation even if it's glued to the guitar body.
Thank you for you answers.

[Bob Orr]

If its a drop top and highly figured wood I don't think it will make much difference as the grain direction will be all over the place anyway.

[Jean-Philippe Regnard]

so I guess i can use a piece of wood from a live edge for this, such as black walnut

[Bob Orr]

so I guess i can use a piece of wood from a live edge for this, such as black walnut

So long as it is properly seasoned I don't see why not.