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Barnwood Furniture: Where it All Began

Barnwood furniture has grown in popularity over the years along with reclaimed furniture from all different time periods. But when did this trend start?Barn Raising

The idea of using barn lumber to create furniture actually became very popular in the 1920s. During this time American Folk Art was discovered which had a heavy influence on this idea of barnwood furniture especially amongst the Amish community. The Amish dedicate their lives to a simple and non-materialistic lifestyle. As a result, the people of the community picked up different skills to make their essentials by hand; one major pastime being handcrafted furniture.

As many of you know, woodworking is not an easy task! A lot of time (and love) goes into every piece. Amish reclaimed barnwood furniture is all about detail. Each piece of wood is handpicked for its unique quality. These sacred woodworking skills are passed by practice through generations and generations, so while the furniture may not have been crafted in the 1600s, its methods have not changed over the years!

Alongside the Amish wood working tradition is the popular “barn raising” season, celebrating community, hard work and the common goals of the community. As part of the barn raising celebration, members of the Amish community build barns for different resources including housing, farming and schools. Over time the wood from these barns would be harvested and use to handcraft barnwood furniture.

Benefits of Amish-made Barnwood Furniture

  • Custom-made: Since barnwood furniture is hand made you can specialize each piece. The design and craftsmanship will speak for itself.
  • Natural look: No two pieces will ever be identical due to the nature of our work and the material.
  • Eco-friendly: Barnwood furniture is focused around the idea of conserving and preventing the unnecessary falling of trees.
  • Strong and sturdy: Wood ages with time and since it was harvested a while ago its classic texture guarantees to be sturdy.
  • Weather resistant: Most barnwood furniture is made for indoor and outdoor use, meaning there is a water-resistant topcoat.

Barnwood Furniture

A handcrafted piece of reclaimed wood furniture is truly one-of-a-kind. You’ll never see a duplicate because there’s something special and unique about the process of working with your hands.

That is why we love what we do – we are able to connect people with authentic furniture pieces that are rooted in centuries of tradition.

Why did you choose to invest in a piece of barnwood furniture? Tell us in the comments below!

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Choosing the Perfect Piece of Barnwood Furniture

A piece of reclaimed furniture is a timeless tradition that never looks or feels dated due to the beauty and durability of the wood.

With so many different options you can find a one-of-a-kind piece for every space and know that they will always be pieces you’ll be able to pass down from generation to generation.reclaimed wood furniture sale

What to Consider When Selecting a Piece of Barnwood Furniture

 

1. Furniture Needs

First things first, you need to decide what type of furniture you would like for your home. Take a look at your most used spaces in your home such as the kitchen or the living room. Could you use another seat or another table? Outline each space’s needs and then prioritize them based on your budget. This keeps you focused in your shopping.

2. Type of Wood

Barnwood will typically fall under one of two categories: hardwood or softwood. Here are four types of woods that are commonly used when building furniture.

Hardwood

  • Oak – used for modern furniture with a grayish-white or deep red color
  • Maple – used for all types of furniture with a light brownish color

Softwood

  • Cedar – used primarily for chests and closets with a deep red color
  • Pine – used for all types of furniture with a creamy, yellow-brown color

3. Room Décor

What room are you putting your barnwood furniture in? Is the room modern or rustic – formal or informal? A piece of oak furniture will be great for a modern feel, whereas, a piece of pine might give off a more rustic vibe. Custom barnwood furniture will allow you to better incorporate your current décor themes into your new piece!

A handcrafted piece of reclaimed barnwood furniture is one-of-a-kind, statement piece for any home. You’ll never see a duplicate because there’s something special and unique about the process of working with your hands; you’ll definitely be able to see that difference.

What is your favorite kind of barnwood and why? Let us know in the comments below!

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Adding a Touch of Barnwood to Your Office Space

Whether you work at home or commute to an office everyday, there is no reason you can’t add a piece of reclaimed barnwood furniture to help give your space some personality.

Rustic elements warm up a space, add some character, and truly draws people with its unique craftsmanship. We always see more and more homeowners seeking out reclaimed furniture for their dining room, bedrooms, or even their outdoor spaces, but what about the place where you spend the most of your time? Yes, we’re talking about your workspace!

We believe that your workspace deserves just as much attention as your living spaces so we put together how to add elements of rustic décor into your modern office.

 

3 Ways to Add Barnwood Furniture Into Your Workspace

 

Wine Barrel Table.

Your conference room table has a lot to achieve, from making a first impression to potential clients to providing an inviting space for your team. Our handcrafted barnwood table sits perfectly on top of two large wine barrels creating a unique finish to your multi-dimensional working space. We love our rustic wine barrel table for an office conference room – who wouldn’t want to work at this table?!

Wine Barrel Table

Rustic Barnwood Bookcase.

Do you need a safe place to store confidential work files or maybe you want to organize your favorite novels in alphabetical order; whatever the reason is, a barnwood bookcase is the perfect solution that is anything but boring. We offer a wide variety of different sizes and styles ideal for your workspace.

Bookcase

Reclaimed Barnwood Desk.

If you work in an office Monday to Friday, you understand why a great desk is so important for your productivity and creative inspiration. A barnwood desk could be the perfect addition to your office space and you can even customize the colors and storage options by working with our craftsmen!

Desk

At Old Barn Star we want to help you make your workspace a place that inspires you and represents who you are. Contact us with any questions you might have and how to go about getting your very own piece of custom reclaimed barnwood furniture

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Old Barn Star Sets up Shop on Etsy

The popular e-commerce site Etsy recently welcomed Old Barn Star to its rich network of suppliers. If you’ve never used Etsy, now’s a great time to check out our reclaimed barnwood furniture on it.

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Etsy, a Brooklyn-based company, was launched in June of 2005 to provide a fresh perspective on e-commerce — a grassroots alternative to sites like Amazon and E-Bay. Founder Robert Kalin came up with name as his interpretation of the Latin word “etsi”, meaning if. He saw it as a nonsense word and an appropriate moniker for a brand built from scratch.

As more consumers realized the merit in the original products offered by Etsy compared to mass-produced corporate output, more people have used Etsy to buy things for themselves and as gifts for their loved ones.

With its homespun and handcrafted offerings, we thought Etsy would be the perfect place for our Amish furniture. On our page, you’ll find a tasteful mixture of the labor intensive, rustic furniture you’ve come to expect from us. As always, you also have the option of contracting us to make the furniture you want. Make an account today and get started!

What would you like to see on our Etsy page? Let us know in the comments below, on Facebook or on Twitter!

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We Now Offer American Chestnut Reclaimed Barnwood Furniture

American Chestnut is scarce, moving in the shadow of its former glory. Once one of the most popular furniture woods in America, it was brought to the brink of extinction by chestnut blight. Chestnut blight is a ubiquitous sickness caused by an Asian bark fungus (Cryphonectria parasitica).

Though there are many sprouts and sapling to repopulate this gorgeous wood, there are very trees ready to harvest for wood. Old Barn Star is a unique position to offer you the beautiful wood as Amish reclaimed barnwood furniture– a lovely relic of the bygone era of chestnut.

History of American Chestnut

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It’s a robust and durable wood. Straight-grained, strong, easy to work with, American chestnut is an excellent hardwood. In the 1800s, we were in love with American chestnut. We carted it from place to place by wagon to supply lumber to burgeoning communities. We were equally obsessed with its nuts, which we could be found “roasting over an open fire,” as the story tells it.reclaimed barn wood

Though we can still get them, their abundance has dwindled. 1904 was the end of the American chestnut tree as we knew it. Lumber shipped from Japan and China carried the potent chestnut blight. It nearly exterminated our beloved tree.

Though things are on the mend for our sad little sapling, the blight still stalks it at every turn. We plant it in regions where heat and humidity, ideal conditions for the blight, are less prevalent, but the situation is tenuous. American chestnut’s legacy lives on in reclaimed barnwood.reclaimed barn wood table

Our chestnut furniture is carefully handcrafted by the Amish from destitute barns and other structures, from a time when chestnut reigned supreme. Naturally, these sources are finite, so this is the time to get reclaimed furniture. The chestnut wood represents a simpler era in America. Contact Old Barn Star today to inquire about our American chestnut reclaimed barnwood!

What piece of chestnut furniture would you like? Tell us about you interior plans on Facebook and Twitter, and stay tuned for more updates!

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Welcome to Our Reclaimed Wood Furniture Blog!

Whether you already know and love Old Barn Star, or you’re just starting to get familiar with all of our beautiful reclaimed barnwood furniture – our blog is going to be your one stop source for the latest news, info and updates on our reclaimed wood tables, chairs, benches, buffets, hutches, islands and bedroom furniture pieces.

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Do you have a favorite Old Barn Star reclaimed barn wood furniture piece? Be sure to call out your favorite piece right here on our blog, or via Facebook and Twitter.

Have questions or comments? Drop us a line on any post. You can also get a free quote or learn more about our custom made reclaimed barn wood furniture anytime by calling us at 1-800-510-3378 or emailing us at info@oldbarnstar.com.

We look forward to hearing from you, and to continue sharing the latest and greatest in the world of reclaimed wood furniture, right here on our blog!