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Here's where to begin your search for reclaimed timber for your home, or your next DIY project.
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It helps reduce deforestation, landfill waste, decreases toxic watersheds used to grow new trees, and reduces chemical use to process timber and make new flooring. Experts have stated that it takes 10x more energy to turn virgin lumber into flooring than reclaimed wood.
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People go to great lengths to find reclaimed wood that makes a stylistic statement about themselves and their homes. As you enter homeowner George Mabry’s front door, your eyes are immediately drawn to the teak staircase crafted from wood reclaimed from a demolition site in Southeast Asia. Outside, the white stucco exterior is accented by a section of redwood siding made from California olive-oil barrels.
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There are many companies that buy and recover reclaimed lumber. However, they may not be available in your area if they sell online. There are several options for reclaimed lumber in different parts of the nation:
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"Reclaimed wood has been air-drying for probably 150 years," he says. "The problem there is you'll get (natural) inconsistencies in the wood--it warps and bends." That's why it often needs millwork, particularly for indoor use. Many, but not all, dealers will kiln-dry the newly planed wood, Beatty says. Without that step, the wood could warp again. Kiln-drying also ends any infestation, ensuring that you won't bring termites into your house with the wood.
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If you own an old house, you already know the satisfaction of having something that's unique, and when you renovate, you look for one-of-a-kind materials. Unlike other materials whose appeal lie in their looks, reclaimed wood has beauty and history.
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You can also check out architectural salvage yards or stores. These businesses offer more than reclaimed wood. You can also find hardware, stained glass and lighting as well as furniture and decor made of reclaimed materials. Old House Online has a list with information about every state's architectural salvage shops. Here are some to consider:
