Live edge means that the wood used to build these one-of-a-kind pieces are rough sawn and have not been run through the mill and cut in a straight line. It also means that they embrace the sections of the tree that may include colour variations, knots, wormholes, or other natural occurrences. The Shifflett lumber is carefully handled to retain the shape of the tree's natural edge and the bark is left intact so that a rustic, unique piece emerges every time. This means that no one in the world will have a piece just like yours!