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.
You should ensure upfront that the wood you are purchasing has been properly treated. The dealer should agree that the wood will be cleaned and that any hidden nails will be detected using a metal detector. The wood likely will be cut from a large beam, planed and--this is critical--kiln-dried.
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.
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.
Your bedroom is your refuge. Make it reflect who you are and what inspires you. Our reclaimed barn siding can be used to bring country style to your plan wall.
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.
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.