# A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W Y Z
Paint Staff
A wooden straight edge used for testing the faces of MILLSTONES & used with TIVER to mark the high spots when preparing the stone for DRESSING. Also known as WOOD PROOF or WHEAT STAFF. See also PROOF STAFF & RUDDING BAR. Often made of mahogany.
Alternative terms
| Term | Language | Region |
| Mahogany Staff | English | |
| Mill Staff | English | |
| Red Staff | English | |
| Rudding Bar | English | NE Yorkshire |
| Stone Staff | English | |
| Wheat Staff | English | |
| Wood Proof | English |