The Federal style — sometimes called Adam style after the Scottish brothers who popularized it — shaped American homes from roughly 1780 to 1830, just after independence. Where Georgian trim is robust and Greek Revival is heavy, Federal moulding is delicate and refined: slim reeded pilasters, fine bead-and-reel detailing, oval and elliptical motifs, and crisp, narrow profiles that feel almost neoclassical-jewelry in scale.
Mason’s Mill carries 44 Federal & Adam profiles suited to early Republic townhouses, New England center-hall colonials, and Charleston single houses. They pair beautifully with our Georgian and Greek Revival profiles when layering periods on a single restoration.
We stock a Prime Grade Clear Southern Yellow Pine, known for its strength, straight grain, and warm golden color. Sourced and milled in-house, this lumber is ideal for porch ceilings, soffits, wall paneling, and exterior detailing. Commonly used in both residential and light commercial builds, it machines easily and finishes cleanly, making it a dependable choice for profiles like tongue and groove and shiplap. With minimal knots and a smooth, consistent surface, it offers a polished appearance at a practical price point.
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