Most trees that were cut down were 100 to 400 years old. They grew naturally and slowly, with no fertilizers. They survived droughts and floods. Their wood is tighter and has more resin. Reclaimed lumber is superior because it has been treated naturally for drying and curing, and has had to withstand many changes in moisture. This makes it more stable than new lumber.
Be sure to confirm that you will be receiving wood that has been treated properly. It is important that your dealer agrees to scrub the wood and to use a metal detector in order to find hidden nails. The wood likely will be cut from a large beam, planed and--this is critical--kiln-dried.
Reclaimed wood is unique and will give your space character. Our customers are eclectic in their aesthetics and range from Rustic, Farmhouse, Traditional, Modern. Many of them tell us that their floors make a statement and people often comment on it.
Many lumber distribution chains can be long and costly, increasing the customer’s final costs. Because you can buy directly at a Texas mill like ours and cut out the middleman, your costs will be lower. We can offer wholesale prices to our customers which allows them to spend more money on things like light fixtures to highlight the fine details of their wood flooring designs.
Reclaimed wood requires more effort than simply visiting a lumber yard to find it, but it's definitely worth it for the unique beauty that it can bring to a project.
With our wide selection of styles and colors, the possibilities for wood flooring designs are unlimited. Whether you lean more towards a traditional, farmhouse, or modern aesthetic, you can create a masterpiece no matter your tastes. Our specialists will help you choose the reclaimed wooden flooring that is just right for your kitchen, living room, or bedrooms.
Using reclaimed wood in a renovation requires more legwork than just stopping at a home center for lumber but it's worth if for the unique beauty that used timber can bring to a renovation.