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A collage of screenshots of four websites that sell reclaimed wood. Clockwise from the top left: Keystone Vintage Lumber Co., Home Depot, Vintage Timberworks Inc., Etsy. Across the bottom of the image are the words, "The Top 14 Companies to Buy Your Reclaimed Wood From in 2023."

The Top 14 Companies to Buy Your Reclaimed Wood From in 2023

ByJim Pritchard April 25, 2023November 8, 2024

If you’re wondering which companies to buy your reclaimed wood from for the best results, this article is a must-read! It covers 14 of the top companies that trade in reclaimed wood in the US, including what makes each company unique.

A floating reclaimed wood mantel with ornate corbels. The mantel shelf is mounted on an unpainted bare brick wall. Ornaments and a picture are on the shelf, and switches can be seen on a blank wall to the left of the mantel. There is a wooden chair in the bottom right of the photograph and some blue, red, and pink arrows on a cartoon signpost. Across the top of the image are the words, "Using A Reclaimed Wood Mantel for Your Fireplace - Our Guide."

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Using A Reclaimed Wood Mantel for Your Fireplace – Our Guide

ByJim Pritchard April 24, 2023April 9, 2024

A reclaimed wood mantel can make a real statement in your living room. But how do you decide on the right style for your home? This article answers such questions and tells you how to install your mantel once you’ve chosen it.

Four photographs showing reclaimed wood that is aged and has different shades of staining and different colors of worn paint. In the bottom center is a "scales" icon showing a green tick and a red cross being weighed against each other. Across the top of the image are the words, "The Pros and Cons of Reclaimed Wood (Should You Use?)"

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The Pros and Cons of Reclaimed Wood (Should You Use?)

ByJim Pritchard April 23, 2023October 12, 2024

The pros and cons of reclaimed wood are not as obvious as many people think. Some of them are downright counter-intuitive. This article looks at the main advantages and disadvantages of reclaimed wood so you can decide if it’s right for you.

Stacks of reclaimed wood planks in a lumber yard. Across the bottom of the photograph are the words, "Reclaimed Wood: Everything You Need To Know (Ultimate Guide)," written in white letters on a semi-transparent brown background. In the top right of the image are yellow and red "Q&A" speech bubbles.

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Reclaimed Wood: Everything You Need To Know (Ultimate Guide)

ByJim Pritchard April 22, 2023October 13, 2024

Are you wondering whether reclaimed wood is the right choice for your next project? If so, this article has all the information you need to make an informed decision.

A photograph of a wall made from reclaimed wood with individual planks running vertically, the colors of which vary from a light sandy brown to very dark brown. The grain is visible in the wood and there are lots of characterful imperfections and knots in the wood. In the bottom right is a man wearing a shirt and tie with glasses on holding a magnifying glass up to his left eye. In the bottom left is a rundown wooden house in the countryside. Across the top of the image are the words, "Reclaimed Wood As A Building Material (And Where To Find It)" written in white letters.

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Reclaimed Wood As A Building Material (And Where To Find It)

ByErin Shine April 15, 2023October 12, 2024

If you’ve ever considered using reclaimed wood as a building material, this article is for you. We explain what reclaimed wood is, where to find it, and what its pros and cons are.