After a client asked for reclaimed barn wood, I realized something...

Using reclaimed wood isn't just trendy, it's key to less waste. I see too many shops throw out good stuff that could be used again. Do you ever save wood from old jobs?

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lunar896mo ago

A planer saved me so much time, though @jake_patel's right about all the work involved.

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jake_patel6mo ago

Remember that RECLAIMED wood still needs lots of processing.

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the_jessica6mo ago

Strip out all the old nails first. Sanding takes forever too if you want a smooth finish.

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troy7686mo ago

Forget the nails, what about the HIDDEN stuff like old paint or chemicals? That's the real time sink nobody talks about. Lunar89 is right a planer helps, but you hit a mystery stain or some old treatment and your whole day is shot. Makes me wonder if the "character" is worth all that extra prep work sometimes.

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