Reclaimed Wood Floors Houston Dallas
Barn wood can be used for any DIY or professional project.
It reduces deforestation, reduces landfill waste, reduces the toxic watershed used to grow new forests today, and the reduces the amount of chemicals used to process timber today, and manufacture new flooring. We have heard experts say it takes 10 times the amount of energy to process virgin lumber into flooring in comparison to using reclaimed wood.
Barn wood is an excellent choice for professional and DIY projects. It can be used to make barn doors, ceiling panels, rustic furniture and wood accent walls.
Barn wood can be used for any DIY or professional project.
You have worked hard to build your second home. Your home's floors are a key part of your personality, family values, aspirations, and lifestyle. Our custom wood flooring options are popular among homeowners who want to create a welcoming and unique space.
It doesn't matter if it has a rich history, oils and dry-aged surfaces, or unique markings and nail holes, reclaimed wood can give your space character. Customers' aesthetics vary from rustic to farmhouse, traditional to modern and many tell us their floors are what people first notice and mention.
Beware. Beware of those who are trying to make quick money selling salvaged timber. Be suspicious of dealers who don't guarantee their products, who have prices that are unrealistic compared to other bids, and who lack of professionalism--like shoddy paperwork or improper billing.
He says that reclaimed wood has been dried in the air for at least 150 years. The problem is that you will get natural inconsistencies in wood. It warps and bends. It is why it needs millwork, especially indoors. Beatty states that not all dealers will kiln dry newly-planed wood. The wood may warp again if this step is not taken. Kiln drying also eliminates termites from the wood, so you won't have them in your home.