IN THE FIELD GUIDE
smoothgrain
smoothgrain.studio
SmoothGrain Studio is a small software, media, and design practice based in the Pacific Northwest, founded in 2026. They develop and maintain several apps including Kerf, Sage, Notch, Tenon, HalfStar, and Loupe, alongside video, audio, and design work.
THE PRODUCT, BEYOND THE PITCH
Editorially reviewed · Sources checked Sep 12, 2026
A good fit for
- Users needing desktop web editing with source sync, and program managers requiring structured planning tools.
Know the limitations
- Notch is not yet released and is currently in beta open phase.
- HalfStar is in pre-production and not yet available.
What you can do
- Kerf is used for web page editing with source synchronization.
- Sage is used for program management involving planning worksheets and risk logs.
Features
- Kerf is a desktop app that keeps a web page and its source in sync.
- Sage provides structured planning worksheets, RAID logs, and phase gates for program management.
- Notch offers household bill tracking and cash-flow forecasting without bank linking.
- Tenon is a signed Windows driver that enables Apple peripherals to behave like on Mac.
- HalfStar is an Apple TV app front end for home Emby servers with watching, half-star ratings, and explainable recommendations.
Integrations
Not confirmed yet.
Platforms & data export
Not confirmed yet.
THE COST FOR YOUR TEAM
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A practical workflow
- Users can use Kerf to edit web pages while keeping the source synchronized.
- Sage allows users to manage programs using structured worksheets, RAID logs, and phase gates.
- Notch enables household bill tracking and cash-flow forecasting without linking to banks.
Based on the sources below. Editorial review does not imply hands-on product testing.
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