I'm just getting started on reviewing plans for a dresser I'm going to build for my daughter and see the plans call for 6- 3 1/2 " strips glued up for the dresser top. Is that the best way to go or would 3 7" boards be better? I'm just learning so I'm trying to understand the reasoning behind this. The wood is Qtr. sawn Wht Oak if that makes a difference. I do understand the opposite grain orientation of each piece to avoid cupping. Thanks for any help, Sean