As the reuse/recycle trend keeps becoming more popular, we’re starting to see reclaimed wood furniture talked about more and more often. Whether it’s DIY patio furniture made from wood pallets or a beautiful table crafted from old barn siding, reclaimed wood is quite popular today.
But why? What is it about reclaimed wood that makes it such a good choice for furniture like the customized tables we offer here at Rustic+Modern? Keep reading to discover five great reasons to love using reclaimed wood furniture in all your decorating projects.
It Has Character
All custom wood furniture can add character to a room, but there’s something extra special about wood with a history. Imagine sitting down for dinner at a table made from wood older than you (or perhaps even your parents)! Reclaimed wood is also evidence that objects can become more beautiful as they grow older and become marked by the passage of time.
It’s Safe, High-Quality Wood
There are cases where reclaimed wood isn’t safe to use because of insect infestation, chemical contamination, or decay. But if you’re buying from a reliable source, reclaimed wood is perfectly safe. In fact, it can be higher quality than new wood because older woods often came from old-growth trees. For example, most of the reclaimed wood we use is longleaf pine that’s 100+ years old. It’s also called “Heartpine” because of its large heart center with minimal surrounding sapwood. This heart section is very dense and is unrivaled in beauty, strength, and durability.
To learn more about reclaimed wood, check out our article “4 Questions and Answers about Reclaimed Wood Tables.”
It’s Environmentally Friendly
Using reclaimed wood lets us cut back on the demand for new trees being harvested. It’s also a much more eco-friendly alternative to putting wood that’s been used before in a landfill or burning it. And when you use local wood, you’re not burning lots of fossil fuels during transportation. Rustic+Modern’s reclaimed wood is harvested locally, and it does qualify as environmentally friendly.
It Stood The Test of Time
Reclaimed wood furniture comes to you with a history. The wood used to build this furniture used to be part of a home, barn, or other structure. It’s durable wood that has already stood the test of time. That doesn’t mean it’s indestructible, but it’s pretty easy to take care of reclaimed wood so it will last for many years to come.
For more information, check out our article “How To Care For Reclaimed Wood Furniture.”
It’ll Start Conversations
Since reclaimed wood furniture is so unique and eye-catching, there’s a good chance guests visiting your home are going to comment on it. They may even ask where they can get something just like it. You’ll have to tell them it won’t be just like yours since each piece is unique, but you can spread the love for reclaimed furniture. Just get in touch with us here at Rustic+Modern to order a reclaimed wood furniture piece for yourself, or if you’ve already got one you can pass our information on to that friend who’s admiring your furniture.
