Reclaimed wood for sale, with a past you can feel
Quality old wood, ready for your building projects.
Reclaimed wood for sale, with a past you can feel
Looking for building materials that combine classic elegance with modern sustainability? Then choose reclaimed wood. For centuries, old wood has gone into beautiful homes, furniture and all kinds of structures. It's a timeless material, as sound in construction as it is beautiful to look at.
Wagon boards are weathered wood, shaped by time and circumstance. Oak with a warm, authentic look that suits any interior.
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Oak beam cladding made from reclaimed wood. Hide pipes or steel beams in style and add instant warmth and character to your interior. Discover what ready-made cladding in genuine old wood can do.
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We search all over Europe for old beams and trusses, to give this wood a new life.
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Reclaimed oak beams fill a room with character straight away. Looking for the perfect beam, indoors or out? Browse our unique collection.
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We keep a large stock of mooring posts, gathered from all over Europe.
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Farmhouse oak planks bring warmth and character to your home. Many of them spent decades in old farmhouses.
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Railway sleepers look great in and around the home. Buy them from us as whole railway sleepers or as railway sleeper planks.
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Barnwood comes from old barns all over Europe: wood full of character, waiting for a second life in your interior.
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Our reclaimed oak panels are made from genuine boards from old buildings, wine presses and railway wagons. Decades of use have only made them more beautiful.
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Flooring made from old boards, salvaged from buildings and houses.
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- Oak wagon boards
With their warm look, oak wagon boards suit almost any interior. History, finish and individual grain bring each board to life: light oak, full of rich contrast.
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Planed wagon boards look warm and sleek at the same time. Light old oak with the telltale marks of its past.
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Brushed wagon boards: rugged old oak boards with a rustic character.
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Extra-wide wagon boards are wide, edge-glued boards of old oak. Perfect for window sills, stairs and side tables, among other things.
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Resawn wagon boards: reclaimed wood that's perfect for wall cladding, and for kitchen cabinet doors and other furniture fronts.
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Unprocessed wagon boards come straight from old goods wagons all over Europe. With the right tools, you can turn this wood into something unique.
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Pine wagon boards have a striking look: a warm, light colour with a dark brown tint, and a light grain with distinctive flame patterns.
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Hardwood wagon boards are made of tropical hardwood, and served for decades on old goods wagons all over Europe.
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French oak wagon boards are solid oak, light in colour with a dark grain pattern. Their weathered look and visible bolt holes give them their old French character.
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Wagon boards in Belgium: the finest wagon boards in oak, pine or tropical hardwood. Order online and have them delivered to your door within 2 working days.
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Mooring post boards: unique planks cut from mooring posts. Weathered wood that still bears the marks of heavy mooring ropes.
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Mooring post plinths with a rugged look, or a sleek one. Made from old mooring posts from large European harbours.
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Planed farmhouse oak planks: beautiful oak that brings warmth to any interior.
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Authentic planks with a rugged, understated look.
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Railway sleeper planks in old oak, with striking marks from the past.
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Whole railway sleepers are rugged, sturdy beams for making unique furniture and accessories. Suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
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Wine press boards: warm, elegant oak with a romantic story.
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This barnwood comes from characterful farmhouses and barns all over Europe.
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This barnwood comes from characterful farmhouses and barns all over Europe.
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100% reclaimed
wood with character
Any quantity
available from stock
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from our makers
What is reclaimed wood?
Wood has been a building and furniture-making material for hundreds of years. It's durable, strong and good to look at, which makes it a popular choice for all sorts of projects. Reclaimed wood is wood that has already had a first life, in an old barn, a goods wagon or a harbour, for instance. It's often more expensive than new wood, because it's harder to come by and takes more time and effort to prepare. But the benefits of reclaimed wood far outweigh the cost.
Its unique character comes from years of exposure to weather, use and time. That's what gives old wood its one-of-a-kind look, and why it's so often used in furniture making.
The benefits of reclaimed wood
Old wood has plenty going for it. It's strong and durable, which makes it well suited to structural work. It's also less prone to warping and cracking than new wood. On top of that, it creates an atmosphere new wood simply can't match, and that's where its timeless beauty comes from. Finally, reclaimed wood is often kinder to the environment than new wood: it's reused rather than wasted, and no trees have to be felled for it.
Where to buy reclaimed wood
You can find old wood in plenty of places: timber merchants, antique shops and online. Reclamation yards and DIY stores sometimes have it too. But if you're after a particular type of reclaimed wood, or the very best quality, go to a specialist. At Hout met Historie, you can count on reclaimed wood of the finest quality.
Tips for choosing the right old wood
When you choose old wood for a project, there are a few things to bear in mind. The first is strength and durability: choose wood that's in good condition and meets the requirements of your project.
Next, look closely at the character of the wood. Choose wood that suits the style of your project and your own taste, and pay attention to its colour and texture. That way, the wood looks its best and brings exactly the atmosphere you want to create.
Finally, think about where the wood comes from. Its origin should be fair and sustainable, because only then is reclaimed wood a truly sustainable choice.
Reclaimed wood for sale: give your project a touch of history with Hout met Historie
Reclaimed wood offers more than unique good looks: it's also sustainable in a way new wood can't match. Choose quality and history with a clear conscience by buying from a specialist, and enjoy the timeless beauty of old wood in your own projects.
Frequently asked questions
- 1. When are you open?
- 2. Can I visit without an appointment?
- 3. Do you make furniture too?
- 4. Is the wood you sell real or imitation?
- 5. Can I choose my own wood and take it with me?
- 6. Do you cut boards to length, and what does it cost?
- 7. Do you sell lacquers to go with the wood?
- 8. Can you come to me to give advice?
- 9. Can I pay by card?
- 10. Can I come to you for just one board?
OUR
WAREHOUSE
Soak up the atmosphere of old wood! In our reclaimed wood warehouse we display all the wood we've gathered: stacks of pine beams, old wooden planks, wagon boards and flooring. You'll find it all here.
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Inspiration
Get inspired. These pages are full of ideas for your home, all centred on furniture made from reclaimed wood. The furniture makers we work with turn our old wood into the most beautiful finished pieces. Found something you like? Get in touch with a furniture maker near you and see what they can do for you.
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Inspiring makers with a love of
giving old wood a new life.
