What kinds of reclaimed beams are there?
Hand Hewn Beams were dimensioned generations ago by hand into square/rectangle shape with broad axes, adze and other hand tools which leave the tradition axe marks. This is a more 'rustic' look to a beam. The other style is rough sawn which has the 'circle saw marks'. These beams were dimensioned with saws so the faces lack the hand tool marks of the hand hewn beams and are less rustic looking but are equally beautiful. Want to know more about hand hewn beams? Read a bit of history in their making here.
Rough Sawn (circle sawn) beams are more dimensionally consistent and have a more flush surface than the hand hewn beams as they were dimensions with a saw. These are often used where a more defined angularity is desired. Box beams often replicate these beams because of their more defined square edges.
In addition to supplying beams in their reclaimed state, we include custom finishing services. These may include: cutting to length, planing on one face for flush installation where the beam is used as a mantel, patching of mortise pockets, pressure washing, and nylon brushing. Our extensive inventory combined with our specialization have made us one of the nation’s most reliable sources of reclaimed wood beams.
We'd love to discuss the beam work you have envisioned for your project. Give us a call or use the quote request to tell us about your needs.
All material is custom quoted by project, selected and made to order. We look forward to discussing your project.
Pairings: Solid beam work combines well with our Antique Barn Board Siding and our lines of Reclaimed Wood Wall Paneling. Go here for our Antique Reclaimed Barn Wood Box Beams on our dedicated box beam site.
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