Reclaimed-Wood Flooring

As the demands on forest resources have increased, nonforest sources of wood have grown in importance. Reclaimed-wood flooring is made from timbers salvaged from old buildings, bridges, or other timber structures. It may also be manufactured from logs salvaged from river bottoms, or from trees being removed in urban and suburban areas.

As with other resources, the supply of reclaimed wood is limited. Efficient and appropriate use of reclaimed wood is important for its long-term availability. White pine, longleaf yellow pine, cypress, oak, walnut, and chestnut reclaimed-wood flooring may be available from Eastern and Midwestern suppliers. Western suppliers commonly stock Douglas fir. Plan your needs with plenty of lead time, as availability and pricing fluctuate widely.

As the demands on forest resources have increased, nonforest sources of wood have grown in importance. Reclaimed-wood flooring is made from timbers salvaged from old buildings, bridges, or other timber structures. It may also be manufactured from logs salvaged from river bottoms, or from trees being removed in urban and suburban areas. As with other resources, the supply of reclaimed wood is limited. Efficient and appropriate use of reclaimed wood is important for its long-term availability.

Products in Reclaimed-Wood Flooring

Our guide lists products from the Greenspec® Online Directory of environmentally preferable building products. Manufacturers and/or their representatives should visit this page to learn more about suggesting their products for inclusion.