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Reclaimed Cedar Sources: Bridge timbers and logging roads




15
Mar

Reclaimed cedar is a durable and doable alternative to FSC® certified wood. Reclaimed cedar is usually salvaged from old buildings and 100-year-old industrial complexes. But did you know that reclaimed cedar can come from old bridge timbers and logging roads? When old wood bridges are in need of a fix, their timbers are replaced with concrete beams. And although the bridge has been made over, the old timbers...


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On Our Twitter List




16
Feb

A different turn this week, as we look at recent Tweets that seem worthy of another look. We joined the Twitterverse to share ideas and designs that inspire us, plus highlight news from the green building and lumber industries. We look forward to expanding our online universe, with continued Tweets and follows, and we will be spending more time hanging out on our Facebook page. "Like" us to find out what...


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Coastal vs. Inland Cedar: The qualitative differences




19
Jan

You might think that if you've settled on cedar for your building project, that the buying process will be simple from here on out. You know what you want--you just have to go down to the building supply store and pick it up, right? Not so fast, friend. There's actually a lot more to cedar than you might realize. So if you're a novice in the ways of this aromatic wood, here's a little bit of Cedar...


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Western Red Cedar Grades




15
Dec

So you want to use western red cedar for your building project, and you want to make sure you pick something that will stand the test of time. But where do you go from here? How do you decide among the many different grades of cedar decking, cedar siding, cedar shakes and shingles, and cedar paneling and trim? Because, unless you're a lumber professional, "mixed grain" sounds like a loaf of bread,...


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Mixing Hand Hewn Beams




06
Dec

When shopping for reclaimed hand hewn beams, you quickly learn that finding the exact species and size of your dreams can be a challenge. Some may begin to wonder, “Does it really matter that all my wood beams are made from the same species of wood? Can I mix species in my hand hewn beams?” Yes, you can. Mixing different hand hewn beams was a common practice before the turn of the century and is a common...


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The Beauty & Simplicity of Reclaimed Wood Beams




22
Nov

Decorative wood beams are a beautiful addition to any home. Ceiling design is often an afterthought in home improvement, given the lack of various options and the difficulty involved in installation. However, adding decorative beams is an easy way to affordably spruce up a house of any style. Just what are decorative beams, and how do they differ from structural beams? Decorative beams are designed...


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What Species of Wood Are Hand Hewn Beams?




03
Nov

Using reclaimed wood beams to dress up your home’s ceiling or to architecturally frame an office space gives new life to old barn beams and timbers from deconstructed sites. The signature score marks and uneven but blended appearance of hand hewn beams make reclaimed timbers a popular choice for stripped-back and old-world aesthetics. Old barn beams are also ideal for those looking to preserve some...


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Hand Hewn and Mill Sawn Reclaimed Beams




21
Oct

What’s the difference between hand hewn beams and mill sawn reclaimed beams? Antique wood beams are both an impressive sight and a responsible consumer choice. Antique timbers are reclaimed lumber, taken from old warehouses and barns and used as is, re-hewn or sawn to fit the specs of their new end-use. However, not all timber frame beams are created equal. There’s a difference between hand...


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Finishing Hand Hewn Lumber




13
Oct

Hand hewn timbers are renown for their rustic, distressed surfaces. Protecting the antique exteriors of your hand hewn beams requires the perfect finish. While you will want to preserve the appearance of the wood, you must also protect your antique timbers from the effects of time and the environment. Striking the right balance depends on several factors, including where the reclaimed lumber is being...


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Where Does Reclaimed Wood Come From?




16
Sep

A board milled from reclaimed lumber is not just any other board. When you purchase reclaimed lumber, you’re not simply buying recycled wood. You’re buying a story. Reclaimed wood is any wood used for building or furniture that’s already served a purpose in a previous life. That means it comes from a wide variety of places, each with its own unique history. Many of the reclaimed timbers...


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