Reclaimed wood floors are probably the most popular option when it comes to reclaimed building materials, specifically floors.
This means that you will be able to find reclaimed wood floors in a variety of types.
Where Does the Wood for Reclaimed Wood Floors Come From?
Reclaimed wood is salvaged from a variety of sources, primarily barns and industrial buildings being demolished. These structures were often built with materials harvested from Virgin forests, and the woods show beautiful tight growth rings, rich patina, and character from previous use. Also on occasion materials salvaged from other interesting sources such as water tanks, wine vats, shipping crates, and rafts used in the logging industry is reclaimed.
Wood is reclaimed in this fashion from around the world which gives you a wide range of options when choosing a wood floor, and best of all it keeps the material out of landfills and is a more sustainable option for the environment.
What Kind of Reclaimed Wood Floors Are Available?
Good question, the most commonly found flooring options when it comes to wooden floors are:
- Pine
- Fir
- Elm
- Hickory
- Maple
- Oak
- Walnut
All great options for your flooring needs. If you haven’t had a chance to check out what some of these distinct hardwoods look like, we would suggest you do so. You will be blown away at the stylish appearance.
If you are looking for more exotic hardwoods, they can still be found with reclaimed materials.
It may take a little more searching but you can find:
- White Pine
- Yellow Pine
- Chestnut
- Ash
- Malaysian Hardwood
- Australian Jarrah
- And many more…
How Much Do Reclaimed Wood Floors Cost?
Generally speaking you should be able to find reclaimed material for near the same price as its non-reclaimed counterparts. This is especially true when you are looking for some of the more common wood types we list above. For example Pine will cost between $4-6 a square foot at most vendors. It will get more expensive the more obscure the wood you choose is, and the exotic hardwoods can run as much as $10-$12 per square foot.