Avskavd

Avskavd is a Swedish term used as an adjective to describe a surface where the top layer has been worn away, scraped off, or chipped. The word is formed from av- meaning "away" and skava meaning "to scrape." In everyday language it is commonly used to refer to paint, varnish, or coating that has detached from a substrate, resulting in a peeled or chipped appearance, for example avskavd färg on doors or furniture. The term can also be applied to metal, concrete, or wood surfaces when the protective layer is partially removed by wear, weather, or mechanical action.

Usage and nuance: Avskavd emphasizes the condition of the surface rather than the cause, although it is often linked to aging, inadequate adhesion, or abrasion. In restoration and antiques contexts, it may indicate a patina or desirable worn look, while in maintenance it signals a need for refinishing.

Related forms include the phrase avskavd yta (scraped surface) and avskavda kant (scraped edge). The term is primarily used in Swedish-language texts and discussions; cognates exist in other Scandinavian languages with similar meanings.

See also: patina, peeling.