Maybe because conservation is now on everyone’s mind, more and more consumers are turning to reclaimed lumber as they are looking for ways to reduce their footprints. Reclaimed wood is one of the hottest trends today when it comes to hardwood floors. It is in high demand as much in building design as in renovations. The charm and natural beauty of reclaimed wood is indeed not the only reason why it is seen in the most elegant residential and commercial interior buildings today.
Choosing reclaimed wood for peace of mind
Increasing popularity with this environmentally conscious flooring
Reclaimed wood has won people over not only because it is so rich in appearance, but especially because it reduces the impact on the environment. Every time reclaimed wood is used, whether floors or paneling, it helps preserve trees as it decreases the high demand for virgin wood fresh from forests. Furthermore, it reduces gas emissions and energy as there is less felling, transportation, and processing. The impact is lessened every single time reclaimed wood is chosen over virgin wood for a hardwood flooring project.
Reclaimed wood is a durable harder wood
Reclaimed wood comes from older buildings with wooden floors made from old slower growing trees. This means that this wood has endured exposure for a very long time, is more durable, and resistant to warping, its grain is more stable than other virgin wood, and it is up to forty points harder on the Janka hardness scale.
Reclaimed rare wood adds value
Reclaimed woods used for reclaimed wood flooring is mainly acquired through reclamation. In the past, many buildings were made from wood, some types of wood have now become very rare. So when reclaiming, you find yourself in possession of expensive pieces that you may never find in any other way. While you are being green, through choosing reclaimed lumber for your floor, you are also adding value to your home.
Reclaimed wood adds unique beauty
Reclaimed wood adds character to your floor because no two pieces are the same. Your hardwood floor will become a masterpiece, each different piece telling its own story as they all come from different sources, whether a church, a mansion, or a school. Each piece of lumber will carry its essence and beauty to your home giving it that extra appeal.
Reclaimed wood can match a variety of tones in a room and make it all come together.
In need of some advice, or going green and in search of reclaimed wood? Give us a call at T&G Flooring, or even better come and have a chat and visit our showrooms either in Denver or in Evergreen. We will gladly discuss options with you.