The Shutter Mill feels this is the final and lasting touch which determines the quality of fine wood products. The difference in finish can be a piece placed in a conspicuous area of the home to make a statement of quality that endures for generations, or one used in a utilitarian way where degree of use is not a concern. In other words, deciduous trees also produce soft woods such as cottonwood, basswood, and poplar. Referring to materials as true hardwoods is based on their higher density, but also on a well established opinion of them among furniture makers as being materials used for long lasting beautiful furniture - even as heirlooms. There is no question as to whether The Shutter Mill uses true hardwoods .
Softwoods have their purpose such as in framing or exterior cornice of homes.
See hardwoods . Conifers are of major importance as the source of softwood, and also supply resins and turpentine. See softwoods . Stile - The vertical frame member of a shutter panel. All panels have top and bottom rails.