Salvaged wood

An overview of projects, products and exclusive articles about salvaged wood

News • Specification • 6 Feb 2024

10 public structures that make use of salvaged wood

Salvaged wood, also known as recovered wood, is typically a by-product of a construction project or milling process. It can also include fallen trees and waste wood that has been discarded, perhaps destined for landfill or to burn for heating. Salvaged wood differs from reclaimed wood — wood that has been used previously and is then “reclaimed” from barns and old buildings as an example. However, the two terms are frequently used interchangeably. Recycled wood usually refers to wood that has been salvaged — this often comes from construction waste and fallen/damaged trees.  The use of salvaged wood (and reclaimed or recycled wood) helps to lessen demand for new timber, conserve natural resources, and minimize c... More

Product • By Anthology Woods • Bidwell Walnut

Bidwell Walnut

 The rich color & deep grain of walnut is unmistakable and has been highly prized throughout history. It is the only tree we know of named for a Greek god (Jupiter). With the addition of our ThinClad collection of products, we offer this wood of the gods for flooring as well. Available in a natural grade for cladding, ThinClad wall paneling, and flooring. Character includes knots, variety of grain patterns, heart and sapwood. Colors range in warm browns with mahogany, blonde and cocoa influences & deep espresso accents with occasional dark oxide stains. An oil finish will darken & intensify the natural beauty of this wood, and custom finishes are available as well. Bidwell Walnut is sourced from nut-producing orchards in C... More