Carlisle Wide Plank Floors

A closer look at some antique floor options

When we set about reclaiming wood from old buildings, Antique Ash and Antique Elm are two types of woods we come across. Throughout the northern regions of North America, these two types of wood were used in early buildings because of their strength and durability.

Antique Elm, top left, has a soft but dramatic grain structure. It comes with reddish undertones and a good sampling of character markings such as knots and variations in the color. For that reason, we consider it a very special antique wood to offer. Read more about Antique Elm here.

Antique Ash, on the other hand, does not have as many defining “character” marks. (Bottom left.) The color tone is a rich, golden brown and it is fairly consistent.

Usually we don’t find this wood with a lot of knots, nail holes, checks or kerf marks—maybe just enough to be reminiscent of its previous life as a supporting beam, for example. Because of the tremendous strength of Antique Ash, this wood was often used in early buildings in Canada. In New England, it was used to make bows, baseball bats, baskets and ax handles. Despite its strength, it is extremely pliable.

Because this antique wood lacks character marks, we consider it an excellent, recycled option for a formal design style. See more about Antique Ash here.

See more about our reclaimed woods here.

Posted on January 13, 2010 at 11:39 AM in Green Building • (0) Comments

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