Tag " Hand Hewn Timbers"

What is it about the authentic, aged look of hand-hewn beams that transforms a space? It’s certainly hard to single out one aspect, but one thing’s for certain: hand-hewn wood adds a beautifully rugged look to interiors and exteriors alike. At AltruWood, we pride ourselves in our expertise of reclaimed wood products and design, and our knowledge of hand-hewn timber is no exception. Hand-hewn...


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If you’re drawn to the authentic, aged look of hand-hewn beams, then you’re not alone. Many homeowners are choosing these beautifully rugged reclaimed timbers as a building material. But did you know that hand-hewn beams are not created equal? Here’s a look at different types of hand-hewn beams, and which home design applications you should choose for each.   Decorative Hand-Hewn...


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A hand-hewn timber is a wooden marvel: the product of intensive labor and old-fashioned craftsmanship. Hand-hewn beams are a prized commodity among those who favor antique building materials, and the carpentry techniques used to create them are still in use among traditional builders today. What is a hand-hewn timber? It’s any long piece of building material that has been transformed from round...


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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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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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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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