RECLAIMED WOOD BLOG

Reduce, reuse, recycle. But where does “reclaim” fit into this? In the world of green initiatives and eco-conscious consumers, sustainable materials are an important piece of any home. Today we’ll cover the environmental basics of sustainable wood and reclaimed...

Have you ever gotten a reclaimed wood mantel or beam and noticed a long crack running through it? Oh no, you may be thinking, this wood is falling apart. Your trusted team of vintage wood experts are here to tell you that’s not true! Today, we’ll cover everything you...

Nothing elevates your home like a reclaimed hardwood floor. When it comes to what wood to use, many people turn to white oak. However, red oak can be a great alternative for a similar look and many of the same characteristics. By seeing the differences between red oak...

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...

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...

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...