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.
The rustic theme is popular throughout Texas, incorporating natural wood look and feel into the design of your home. Even a more contemporary design can be complimented by an occasional touch of natural wood. Reclaimed wood is the perfect choice for a few reasons. For one thing, it has that character you want for a rustic touch. This wood comes from old railcars and cargo boxes, so it’s lived several lives before reaching you. This is also the environmentally friendly choice, as it requires no materials to produce. Reclaimed wood can be used for countertops, tables, benches, doors, shelves, and even stairs.
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.
eBay is a similar site to Etsy. It has everything you need for reclaimed wood. You have plenty of options when you search for "reclaimed lumber", with more than 1000 results currently.
Plank & Mill is an especially interesting option if you're new to using reclaimed wood. The company sells real reclaimed wood planks with an adhesive peel-and-stick backing, so you can easily install them to create accent walls in your home.
There are plenty of companies out there that recover and sell reclaimed lumber, you just have to find one near you, since many of them only deliver locally if they do sell online. Some options in different areas around the country include:
Another option is to visit architectural salvage yards. These businesses sell far more than reclaimed wooden products. In terms of materials, these businesses can offer hardware, stained glasses, lighting and furniture made from reclaimed material. Old House Online lists all the architectural salvage stores in each state. However, here are a few to look at: