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Spring Home Style: Reclaimed Wood Window Boxes




22
Jul

Springtime and gardening projects go hand-in-hand. While everyone loves springtime blooms, we’re more excited for the space where we’ll be planting them; this year, we’re repurposing reclaimed barn siding to make window boxes. (more...)


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Reclaimed Wood Style Elements: Trim




20
Jul

Standout interior design really comes down to unique details. If you want to refresh your aesthetic without undertaking a full-blown renovation, a trim project is an excellent option. We've pulled together a few of our favorite reclaimed wood trim ideas to give your home a quick update. (more...)


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Project Spotlight: Harpoon House




08
Jul

Portland couple Matt and Katherine wanted a home that was comfortable, welcoming, and beautiful. Still, it was important to them to build a house in an environmentally responsible way. They turned to AltruWood to bring their vision to life. Today, Harpoon House stands out as a Portland beacon of both modern design and sustainable building practices. (more...)


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3 Ways You Can Use Barn Siding to Spruce up Your Home




20
Mar

Imitation may be the sincerest form of flattery but why imitate when you can be unique? Rather than emulating fashionable farmhouse charm with mass-produced furniture or décor, why not incorporate elements of the real thing? The team at AltruWood can help you to integrate authentic, rustic elements into your home with reclaimed wood.  Here are some of our favorite barn siding decorating ideas to give...


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Sustainable WRC Roofing: Cedar Shakes




30
Jul

It’s time to re-roof your house, and you’ve got a lot of things on your mind. How do I want my new roof to look? How long is this roof going to last? And, for the ecologically concerned homeowner, how do I make sure my new roof is an environmentally responsible choice? It turns out, one of AltruWood’s most popular and diversely-used products, Western Red Cedar, is available in roof shakes...


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What is the National Wood Flooring Responsible Procurement Program?




07
May

At Altruwood, we pride ourselves on our commitment to purchasing wood flooring from sustainable sources. That’s why we’ve joined forces with the National Wood Flooring Association to become a part of the Responsible Procurement Program—one more way we can help our customers feel good about the wood flooring purchase they’ve chosen.   What is responsible procurement? When you buy something...


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