Each piece of reclaimed wood from barns is unique. It's possible to get pests, mold and moisture from wood purchased straight off the barn. This is why our barn siding is thoroughly inspected and processed. Our barn siding won't leave any residues or harmful contaminants in your home.
Directly purchasing wood from our mill allows you to choose the type, cut and size of wood that you desire, as well as ensuring that you get it exactly how you want it. We also source wood from the local area, which makes it perfect for farmhouses and other applications. Furthermore, we support local vendors and protect natural resources.
It is important to ensure that you get wood that has been properly treated. You should have your dealer agree to clean the wood and use a metal detector for identifying hidden nails. The wood likely will be cut from a large beam, planed and--this is critical--kiln-dried.
Ft. Worth might not be as massive of a city as San Antonio, but it is the thirteenth largest city in the United States and rapidly growing. Though it once served as a trading post for cowboys back in the days of the Old West, today it is a hub of art and culture. However, it still pays homage to its cowboy days with rodeos and the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame. It is within commuting distance of Dallas, so many who work in Dallas hang their hat in Ft. Worth. You may even be a new resident of Ft. Worth looking for the perfect way to decorate your new home.
Craigslist is another option if you prefer to pick up your reclaimed lumber locally. You can find great deals by visiting your local Craigslist page. Simply go to the "for Sale" section and filter by "materials". You can then reach out to other people posting ads that you are interested in, and arrange to buy them or pick them up.
Reclaimed wood has four compelling reasons to be purchased.
Most trees were 100-400 years old. They had grown slowly and naturally, without fertilizers. They also survived droughts and floods. The result was wood with tighter grains, dense resins, and a stronger grain. Reclaimed wood has already been superior to new lumber. It has also been dry and curable naturally, and has seen many fluctuations in humidity, making it more stable.