(RE)PURPOSE: 10 Uses for Reclaimed Wood in Your Home
July 21, 2015 barn door / reclaimed wood floor / reclaimed wood in the home / wood countertops
Maybe you’ve heard reclaimed wood is all the rage, but you may ask: What are the uses for reclaimed wood? What is it good for? Discover ten great ways to repurpose vintage and rustic wood in your home.
- Countertops – A wood countertop may not be the most common in an everyday kitchen or bathroom. However, reclaimed wood provides the perfect material to create a one-of-a-kind surface. A beautiful slab of wood on your kitchen counter is practical as well as a wonderful conversation piece.
- Stairs – Revamp your staircase by employing smaller pieces of reclaimed wood. Create a hanging staircase if you only want a touch of wood on your steps or build a full wooden set of stairs to get the maximum effect.
- Doors – Repurpose barn doors to make interior sliding doors or create your own closet with reclaimed barnwood siding. This is perfect for a rustic touch to any room.
- Walls – Enhance any room with wood-panelled walls. Wood creates a warm and welcoming feel that will bring you and your guests to truly feel at home. Reclaimed wood can provide a variety of looks, so there is sure to be one that fits your home.
- Floors – Wood floors are beautiful and used all the time in home design. But rather than buying freshly cut wood from a hardwood store, invest in reclaimed timber that is stronger, more durable, unique and more environmentally-friendly.
- Fireplace/Mantle – Find a truly one-of-a-kind mantle for your living room with a piece that not only looks gorgeous but tells the story of the places it’s been. Or build an overmantel with reclaimed wood planks to give your fireplace more personality.
- Outdoor living space – This is a perfect place to take advantage of the beauty of salvaged wood outside of your home. Build an arbor for your back patio or use reclaimed beams to construct a covered area or pergola.
- Beams – If you’re looking to install wooden beams during your home’s construction, reclaimed wood can offer some great history and character to help support your home. Beams like these could be recovered bridge or railroad trestles that have a story far beyond the birth of your home.
- Ceiling – Ever consider wood panelling for your ceiling? This is a wonderful way to make a big room feel more cozy. With reclaimed timber, utilize a darker stain to create a more intimate mood or a lighter stain for a lively atmosphere.
- Tables – If your dining room seems a little lacking, spice it up with a beautifully seasoned wood table. Recovered wood has endless possibilities for table designs and styles to fit the character of your home.
The beauty and versatility of reclaimed wood is quite appealing. Are you ready to begin incorporating it into your home? We can help! Contact Reclaimed Timber Products to get started.