Wood Species
Yew Wood
A dense, fine-grained softwood with a rich orange-brown to reddish heartwood and a distinctive, tight grain pattern. Yew is exceptionally hard for a softwood — rivaling many hardwoods in durability — and has been prized in European furniture making for centuries. While rare in mass-produced American cabinetry, yew is used in high-end custom and bespoke kitchen designs for its striking beauty, workability, and historical association with fine craftsmanship.
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