1. At The Planer Mill We Produce High-Volume, High-Quality Milled Hardwood Lumber
Our operations are designed to handle large-scale production without compromising quality. The Planer Mill processes over 20 million board feet of hardwood annually. We have the infrastructure and personnel to handle domestic and export orders at volume. This includes:
- Precision Equipment: Our Weinig HSL 500 and related planers produce consistently surfaced and defect-graded boards at speed.
- Skilled Operators: Our teams of graders and machine operators maintain strict tolerances across every load.
- Hardwood Expertise: We focus on Appalachian hardwoods, especially white oak, red oak, poplar, ash, walnut, and maple, sourced from our own Sawmill and trusted regional partners.
Whether we are running rift-and-quartered white oak or FAS poplar, our team maintains control over finish quality and dimensional precision. We understand that large-scale production does not excuse poor consistency. Our systems are designed to ensure each board meets the exacting standards our clients expect, regardless of quantity.
We are proud to be able to perform with this level of precision, speed, and volume. Our ability to turn out high-grade material efficiently, without compromising finish quality, gives our customers a competitive advantage. When a builder, distributor, or manufacturer needs a reliable supply of products, they depend on us to meet production schedules without sacrificing craftsmanship.
2. At The Planer Mill, We Specialize in Rift and Quarter Sawn White Oak
Rift and quartered white oak is one of our specialties. It is prized for its structural stability, straight grain, and distinct medullary ray figure. The Planer Mill handles this product with accuracy and consistency, making it suitable for high-end architectural applications.
Why Choose Rift and Quartered White Oak
People choose rift and quartered white oak for its:
- Architectural-grade appearance: Medullary rays and straight grain patterns give this lumber a refined, uniform look.
- Superior stability: Reduced cupping and warping make it ideal for wide plank flooring and paneling.
- High demand: Our rift and quartered white oak moves in volume to customers in California and Texas, as well as throughout the Southeast.
Rift and quarter sawn white oak requires greater precision during the planing process because of how it is cut and how it behaves under milling. It is a product for builders and manufacturers who demand strength and clean visuals.
3. At The Planer Mill, We Provide Precise Sorting and Grading for Custom Orders
We do not ship generic bundles. Each order is sorted, tallied, and graded to meet specific requirements. Customers receive exactly what they need in terms of grade, dimension, and appearance.
What Our Sorting and Grading Includes
- NHLA Grading Standards: We apply industry-standard grading with internal quality control.
- Color Sorting: Essential for white oak, walnut, and other species where tone uniformity matters.
- Width and Length Sorting: Critical for flooring manufacturers and cabinet shops.
- Custom Pulls: Fixed-width and fixed-length options available.
We work with customers who cannot afford to lose production time to misgraded or mis-sorted inventory. We eliminate that risk at the source.
4. At The Planer Mill, We Offer Surfaced and End-Matched Products
We provide surfaced lumber that is ready for production. The Planer Mill eliminates several steps for customers by handling finishing processes in-house. This allows downstream operations to move faster and with fewer complications.
Our Processing Capabilities Include
- S2S or S4S Surfacing: Surfaced on two or four sides, depending on the application.
- End Matching: Tongue-and-groove profiles that speed up installation.
- Ripping and Re-Sawing: Allows for precise width requirements and reduced waste.
Every aspect of our surfacing and matching process is designed to ensure maximum compatibility with modern production systems, whether you are building flooring, cabinets, or panels.
5. At The Planer Mill, We Prepare Material for Export and Nationwide Distribution
The Planer Mill is set up to handle domestic and international shipping. We load and prepare containers on-site and ensure everything meets regulatory and logistical standards. Clients throughout North America, Europe, and Asia rely on us to deliver fully compliant, damage-free loads.
Our Export-Ready Process Includes
- Heat Treatment Compliance: All materials meet international phytosanitary rules.
- On-Site Container Loading: Maximizes load efficiency and protects material.
- Export Paperwork: Includes grading reports, origin documentation, and shipping records.
Because we handle logistics in-house, we reduce turnaround time and provide traceability from the mill to the customer’s dock.
6. At The Planer Mill, We Supply Builders, Distributors, and Manufacturers at Scale
We support a wide range of businesses with a steady supply of planer mill products. Our team works directly with buyers to meet production goals and specification requirements. These relationships span flooring producers, millwork shops, distributors, and export brokers.
Industries Our Planer Mill Services Include:
We supply high-grade Appalachian hardwoods to a wide range of clients across multiple industries:
- Flooring Manufacturers: Consistent dimensions and grain patterns for high-end engineered and solid wood floors.
- Cabinet Shops: Clear hardwoods like poplar, maple, and cherry in fixed widths and lengths for efficient fabrication.
- Stair Builders: Hardwood species used for treads, risers, and trim.
- Architectural Millwork Firms: Precision-graded material suited for casing, molding, paneling, and custom interiors.
- Furniture Makers: Reliable supply of hardwoods selected for strength, appearance, and workability.
We know how to coordinate fulfillment across multiple regions and maintain quality no matter where the lumber ends up.
7. At The Planer Mill, We Work Closely With Our Sawmill and Trucking Teams
Our Planer Mill isn’t a standalone operation. We are part of an integrated system that includes upstream sawmill production and downstream delivery coordination. That lets us manage quality, control inventory, and make fast adjustments when needed.
What This Means For You
- Better Lead Times: No waiting on outside supply.
- Aligned Specs: Sawing and surfacing dialed in together.
- Shared Standards: Everyone follows the same quality expectations.
From sawblade to staging yard to your dock, we maintain control over the entire flow of material. That lets us deliver a better product, faster.
Choose the Planer Mill at Church and Church Lumber
We serve customers throughout the Southeast, Midwest, California, Texas, and a growing list of international destinations. You will find our lumber in use across the country and beyond, including flooring mills in Tennessee, cabinet manufacturers in Ohio, stair builders in California, and export facilities staging outbound containers for destinations in Europe and Southeast Asia. Each of these clients depends on us for consistent quality and on-time fulfillment.
Whether you need Appalachian hardwoods for flooring, cabinetry, millwork, or distribution, the Planer Mill has the tools, volume, and expertise to support your production needs. We maintain strong relationships with repeat buyers by staying ahead of demand and adjusting inventory and grading strategies before market shifts affect our clients. From small custom-pulls to multi-container shipments, we deliver with precision, speed, and accountability.