It is easier and sometimes cheaper to purchase reclaimed wood than new hardwood. The cost per square foot will vary depending on the wood type.
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.
Reclaimed wood can make a statement about a homeowner and their home. People will go to great lengths for it. The teak staircase made from wood salvaged from Southeast Asia's demolition sites is the first thing you notice when you walk in to George Mabry's front yard. The exterior of the house is white stucco with a redwood siding that was made from California olive oil barrels.
At Reclaimed Wood Solutions, we ship wood throughout the United States. But only in select cities can you make an appointment to come see the wood for yourself. You can talk to our representatives about the history of the reclaimed wood, the qualities of it, and how to use it in your home, as well as our most popular products. You can take a look at the wood available before making your purchase.
If you'd rather pick up your reclaimed wood locally, Craigslist is also an option. Just head to your area's Craigslist page, go to the "for sale" section, and filter by "materials"—you can search within there for reclaimed wood, lumber, and timber, and you're sure to find some gems. From there, you can reach out to people who've posted ads you're interested in and arrange to purchase them and pick them up.
An old house is a great place to live in, so you know how satisfying it can be to have something unique. Reclaimed wood, unlike other materials that are attractive only for their appearance, has beauty and history.
Our mill offers more wood species, sizes, and cuts than other retailers, so you can get exactly what you want. In addition, we use locally-sourced wood for farmhouse styles as well as many other purposes.