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.
| Wood type: | Oak |
| Origin: | The Alps, Eastern and Western Europe |
| Finish: | Planed, brushed, unprocessed or extra-wide |
| Thickness: | 16mm, 35mm, 40mm and 60mm |
| Width: | 10cm to 25cm |
| Length: | Approx. 100cm to 280cm |
| Availability: | Plenty in stock |
| Alternatives: | Farmhouse oak planks / |
Oak wagon boards come from goods wagons standing at abandoned stations all over Europe. Some of those wagons were on the move for as long as 100 years, carrying all kinds of loads. If the oak is in good condition, we give it a second life as reclaimed oak boards. We want the history of the wood to resonate in everything made from it.
Once finished, oak wagon boards are ideal for a table, a cabinet or a floor, for example. At Hout met Historie you can choose from four different finishes.
The finish you'll see most often on oak wagon boards is planing. First we remove the dirt and nails, then we plane the wood on all four sides. The result: the dark grain stands out and the unique figure is clear to see.
Brushed wagon boards have a character all of their own. After removing the dirt and nails, we give them a thorough brushing, which brings out the seams and cracks that have formed over the years. Brushed wood looks rugged, with plenty of texture.
You can also buy oak wagon boards unprocessed. We deliver the wood to you as soon as it arrives from abroad: old wood from railway wagons in its original state, dirt and nails included.
Extra-wide oak wagon boards are 25 to 40 centimetres wide, because we edge-glue narrow boards into one wider board. They're much in demand for window sills, side tables and stair treads.
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A quick list of what you can make from old oak:
No two table tops are the same. The history of the wood is etched into each one, which makes a table made from these boards very personal. Choose your own oak wagon boards to build your table.
This wood is ideal for interiors. An old oak floor gives a home real character, and the boards will last for decades. The finish and colour you choose shape the look: a classic wooden floor in a single colour has a different feel from a more playful, rugged floor with colour variation.
Oak wagon boards are still a natural product, so the wood moves a little, but only a little, because old wood is already fairly dry. That makes it suitable for rooms like the kitchen or bathroom, where it can be more humid and the temperature sometimes fluctuates.
Old oak staircases are much sought after too. Oak wagon boards suit both open and closed staircases. We supply the treads without a groove, which can be routed in if needed. A staircase of oak wagon boards draws the eye straight away.
More and more people use oak wagon boards as window sills. The wood suits a country-style home just as well as a modern or industrial interior. A matt varnish gives a robust look and good protection.
table
cabinet
bathroom
floor
wall
doors
kitchen
TV unit
stair treads
accessories
Oak wagon boards stand up to all kinds of weather, whether it's a dry summer or a harsh winter. That makes them perfect for a garden gate, a deck or an outdoor table.
At Hout met Historie you can buy a single board or a large quantity, whatever you need. Want to know what it costs? Request our price list.
Are you a joiner or a furniture maker? Then you may be looking for large quantities of oak wagon boards. Hout met Historie can deliver straight from stock within three working days. Orders of 12.5 m² or more qualify for a volume discount.
Hout met Historie is based in Lemmer. Visit our reclaimed wood warehouse and choose your own oak wagon boards. Tastes differ, so seeing the wood with your own eyes is always the best option.
You can also order wood online. We deliver throughout the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany, and when you order, we'll gladly talk the delivery through with you.
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