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02 Mar

ORIGINAL CUT WHITE OAK

By reSAWN TIMBER co. In Product Updates /  
Original cut is a way of cutting the log that incorporates plain sawn, rift sawn and quarter sawn grain patterns and all grades and character marks into the final product.  This seemingly simple cut actually requires advanced knowledge and experience in the milling and drying process of wood to ensure that the harder heart wood does not become brittle and break apart through the drying or milling process.  This is not a new method of cutting but rather a modern take on a historic theme.  Early settler’s used this through-and-through method of sawing to quickly and efficiently produce flooring for their barns and homes.  Original cut white oak flooring’s unique blend of character and grain pattern recaptures this historic aesthetic for modern settings.

 

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DRIFTWOOD wide plank white oak flooring
04 Sep

DRIFT WOOD :: white oak

By reSAWN TIMBER co. In Product Updates /  

NEW from reSAWN: DRIFTWOOD character grade white oak flooring with matte polyurethane finish

Newly added to the RUSTIC MODERN collection – DRIFTWOOD features character grade original cut white oak that is prefinished with a durable matte polyurethane, making it a superior choice for commercial and residential applications.

the unique grain pattern found in our original cut white oak is accentuated by the depth of this multi-layered finish.

Available in solid or engineered construction and in a variety of widths, included wide plank flooring up to 8″ wide.

Image: DRIFTWOOD white oak

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03 Apr

WIDE PLANK :: flooring

By reSAWN TIMBER co. In Product Updates /  

WIDE PLANK FLOORING

wide plank flooring is a timeless and elegant flooring feature commonly found within late 19th century homes. due to the advanced age of trees during this time, thicker trunks provided ready access to wide planks. while almost all types of wood can be milled this way, the thinner, younger trees we see today do not lend as well to this type of flooring, making wide plank flooring less common.

reSAWN provides a wide plank option in almost all of our flooring designs. Most of our designs are available up to 8″ wide with some available up to 10″ wide – please contact us to inquire about a specific design. these wider cut boards reveal even more of the wood’s natural beauty as the uninterrupted grains and patterns flow seamlessly through the plank.

Image: 8″ wide HERITAGE reclaimed oak (all white oak) at Greenwich Village Residence

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21 Mar

new designs :: RUSTIC MODERN

By reSAWN TIMBER co. In Product Updates /  

INTRODUCING THE LATEST ADDITIONS TO THE RUSTIC MODERN collection

here at reSAWN, we are passionate about continually discovering new materials and finishes to keep our product offering fresh and inspiring. the designs in the RUSTIC MODERN collection feature character grade woods prefinished in bold, modern designs suitable for flooring, interior wall cladding and ceiling cladding.

CONFECTION: original cut white oak prefinished with hardwax oil. CONFECTION is one of several designs we offer in a white hue – visit the newly improved PRODUCTS page to sort all our designs by color.

WINTER SWEET: rift & quarter character grade white oak prefinished with hardwax oil. WINTER SWEET has a subtley textured surface and a cool grey hue.

MOONSHINE: original cut white oak prefinished with hardwax oil. MOONSHINE features a finish with green and gray tones that compliment the natural hues of the white oak.

RIVERBED: original cut white oak prefinished with a matte urethane. this durable, bold design was recently installed in Philadelphia’s KIMMEL CENTER – check back soon for installation photos.

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04 Mar

RECLAIMED BEAMS

By reSAWN TIMBER co. In Product Updates /  

RECLAIMED BEAMS from reSAWN TIMBER co.

rough sawn and hand-hewn reclaimed oak and pine beams serve not only as unique feature pieces, but also come with a rich and varied history. this aged wood is ideal for the creation of rustic mantles, shelving, structural posts, and trusses.

reSAWN provides beautiful, reclaimed barn beams in the raw – including original hand-hewn pieces. hand-hewing is the process of transforming a tree trunk into a squared up beam. traditionally the broad-axe was used for scoring and for hewing larger pieces of lumber.

Reclaimed beams go thru the typical reclaimation process of denailed and power washing. no finish is needed for this wood since it has been naturally oxidized over the years to produce a tough, weather resistant “skin”. common character marks include circle sawn kerf, mineral staining, color changes, weathering, checking, nail holes, knots, notched out pockets and heavy patina. thicknesses tend to vary slightly.

>> download  TechSpecs-HandhewnBEAMS

>> download TechSpecs-WeatherwornBEAMS

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CHALK wide plank white oak textured flooring and wall cladding
24 Feb

introducing :: BARK SIDE collection

By reSAWN TIMBER co. In Product Updates /  

FLOORING and INTERIOR WALL/CEILING CLADDING

 

 

BARK SIDE features a compilation of six nature-inspired designs in colors ranging from a crisp, snowy white to a dark, dusky gray. the name of the collection and the textured surface of the material was inspired by the horizontal ridges, known as lenticels, that are seen on the bark of species such as birch and black cherry.

the BARK SIDE designs are sustainably sourced, original cut white oak with a textured surface and are prefinished with our hardwax oil. the original cut incorporates plain sawn, rift sawn and quarter sawn grain patterns and all grades and character marks into the final product. in each design you will find common character marks including knots, checks, streaks and worm holes. our hardwax oil is natural, non-toxic and 100% VOC-free, and produces a durable, matte finish that respects the natural look and feel of the wood.

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06 Feb

spotlight project :: UPPER MAKEFIELD FARM

By reSAWN TIMBER co. In Product Installs, Product Updates /  

In historic UPPER MAKEFIELD township sits a sprawling farm, sprinkled with welcoming cottages, a renovated barn and a cozy main house. the nearly century-old buildings have been completely gutted, yet speak to the rich history of the area. Upper Makefield Township is memorialized as the turning point of the American Revolution at Washington Crossing Historic Park, aptly named for the Christmas evening George Washington led American forces across the Delaware River in 1776.  Callaghan Interior Design, a PA-based firm with over 30 years of design experience, is leading this restoration project and specified several of reSAWN’s designs for flooring, wall cladding, and custom millwork:

FLOORING:
WORMWOOD reclaimed chestnut flooring is featured throughout the classic country-inspired cottage, enticing guests to linger amidst its earthy tones. (IMAGES 1-4)

HERITAGE reclaimed oak serves as a countertop in another cottage, and wide plank flooring in the main office. The office powder room is cozied up by the inclusion of reclaimed oak beams framing the mirror.

NEW AMSTERDAM new white oak was selected for flooring throughout two of the cottages as well as stair treads.

UMBER new white oak provides a beautifully textured floor.

WALL CLADDING:
OLD SCHOOL 9″ wide skip planed reclaimed oak barn siding showcases its unique rustic beauty along the wall and windowsills in one of the bedrooms, as well as in the custom-built bed frame.

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19 Dec

RECLAIMED CHESTNUT

By reSAWN TIMBER co. In Product Updates /  

Rustic, strong, and deeply rooted in our history, American chestnut is an exquisite wood. Once dominating our eastern forests, and providing a seemingly endless supply of straight-grained, decay-resistant wood, these trees fell to an Asian-based fungal blight at the turn of the 20th century that all but wiped out the species. The blight left behind a mass of fallen timbers used for countless homes and buildings throughout the remainder of the century. Since 1983, the American Chestnut Foundation has been working to restore these trees. The foundation uses the backcross breeding method in an effort utilize the blight-resistant characteristics of the Chinese chestnut, while still maintaining the integrity of the American species. While the foundation works to restore balance to our forest ecosystem, reSAWN is working to preserve and reclaim chestnut from historic structures, recapturing the beauty of these antique woods.  WORMWOOD , so named for the generous amount of worm holes found throughout the wood, includes defining character marks such as mineral staining, nail holes, and knots, and ranges in color from light tans to deep browns. See the beauty of WORMWOOD reclaimed chestnut on display in the Ambler Boiler House project, and this PA-based Barn Renovation.
Image: reSAWN’s WORMWOOD from the enCORE collection

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STEAMBOAT wide plank white oak flooring
01 Nov

cuts of WOOD

By reSAWN TIMBER co. In Product Updates /  

Logs can be cut in several different ways to produce materials of varying aesthetics and dimensional stability. Understanding how these cuts are made in relation to the growth rings of the tree is the key to understanding the different look and performance of each cut. plain sawn is the most common cut of wood and is featured thoughout the Plateau collection.  Rift & quarter sawn white oak is highly desired for both its clean aesthetic and dimensional stability.  Read more reSAWN-Cuts-of-Wood.

PHOTO: STEAMBOAT: White Oak

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22 Oct

about HARDWAX OIL

By reSAWN TIMBER co. In Product Updates /  

Historically used throughout Europe and by early American settler’s to preserve and enhance the beauty of natural wood surfaces, Hardwax-Oil finishes are being rediscovered for their many unique benefits from the beauty they preserve to their ease of maintenance. Our Hardwax-Oil is a modern take on this traditional finish and has been improved with technology to connect the oil to the wood fibers by means of a molecular reaction, resulting in more durable protection. The natural oil penetrates deeply into the wood pores, bonding with the wood fibers while the wax remains on the surface to create a beautiful matte finish and to form a protective, resistant layer. Our Hardwax-Oil finish is ALL NATURAL, non-pollutant and completely non-toxic. It does NOT contain biocides, preservatives, lead-benzene and is 100% VOC-free (Volatile Organic Compounds). Read more About Hardwax Oil.

PHOTO: WILLIAMSPORT: Black Walnut finished with Hardwax Oil

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