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Old Barn Removal & Reclamation: Continuing a Tradition of Early American Craftsmanship
When we reclaimed this 19th-century barn in York County, PA, we continued the legacy of early America. The barn sat on land originally purchased by a Scottish family in 1762. Descendants built the barn in the early 1800s, and it served faithfully to house their horses...
Why You Should Build with Reclaimed or Salvaged Wood
Architects, designers, and builders have long used reclaimed wood in their building projects, a trend that continues to be popular. Whether it’s a brand-new home or a remodel of an older one, the one-of-a-kind beauty of reclaimed wood never looks out of place. Here...
How Much Is an Old Barn Worth?
Every old barn has value in it, whether as a still-viable structure or for its building materials. If your barn is in disrepair or you just don’t need it anymore, you might be wondering if it’s worthwhile to tear it down and sell its materials. The dollar value of old...
Which Reclaimed Wood Type Is Best for Flooring?
At Vintage Wood & Forged Iron, we highly recommend using reclaimed wood for flooring whenever possible. With reclaimed and antique wood: You have access to types of wood that cannot be found anymore other than through reclamation (due to overharvesting, extreme...
How to Install and Decorate a Wooden Fireplace Mantel
The fireplace mantel was originally created as a functional element to catch smoke as it comes out of a firebox chamber. Today, though, a fireplace doesn’t need a mantel to function properly; it is mainly for decorative use. A fireplace mantel shelf is a great...
How a Hand-Hewn Beam is Restored for Use in Your Home
Hand-hewn beams are beautiful structural remnants of very old buildings and barns. They often date back centuries and can add warmth, character, and ambiance to any space. These beams have many uses too. They can be used for shelving, fireplace mantels, ceiling beams,...
Reclaimed Wood Flooring: What You Should Know
The warmth, character, and durability of reclaimed wood flooring are unparalleled. The appeal of reclaimed wood is hard to beat when compared to other flooring materials, from the enduring beauty of reclaimed oak floors, to the varying colors of reclaimed hickory, to...
Add Reclaimed Barn Wood Paneling
Barn wood paneling adds distinctive texture to any room, making it an increasingly popular interior design choice. Decorative barn wood paneling is designed to provide the look of real rustic wood without the weight of hardwood. And it adapts easily to any look — from...
What Is Reclaimed Wood?
Reclaimed wood has a rich history, beautifully aged look, and tons of character that comes with great durability and strength. But, what exactly is it? Reclaimed wood, also known as reclaimed lumber, is wood that has been retrieved and upcycled from sources such as...
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