tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86708224474630066672024-03-12T18:14:40.098-07:00The Lumber BaronThe Lumber Baronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11679174649762428851noreply@blogger.comBlogger5125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8670822447463006667.post-61267330459375688512018-02-11T18:02:00.000-08:002018-02-11T18:02:08.717-08:00Ceiling Feature: Reclaimed Lumber<br />
<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">At The
Lumber Baron, we take pride in our </span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><a href="https://www.thelumberbaron.com/redwood-lumber-sale/" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><b><span style="color: #6aa84f;">assortment of reclaimed lumber</span></b></span></a></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">, including
hand-picked redwood, cedar, and Douglas fir. For beams and ceilings, our
selection is perfect, providing you with a green building project with natural
beauty and historic appeal as part of the bargain. If you prefer managed
lumber, we also offer a variety of green and kiln-fired lumber to choose from.</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span id="docs-internal-guid-6c82ff53-85a0-0d67-87ff-f0cbbb4a38a6"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Unlike those big box
stores, </span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><a href="https://www.thelumberbaron.com/about/" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><b><span style="color: #6aa84f;">The Lumber Baron</span></b></span></a></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;"> has a sawmill on
location. This means that we can make custom cuts, provide you with longer
lengths, and surface your lumber to your individual needs. Whether you want
rough cut lumber for exterior work, the perfect redwood beam for your interior
ceiling, or a rustic ceiling made entirely from reclaimed lumber, we can provide
you with the lumber options and resurfacing for a perfect outcome.</span></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span id="docs-internal-guid-6c82ff53-85a0-0d67-87ff-f0cbbb4a38a6"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">When it comes to a
hardwood ceiling, keeping the number of knots to a minimum is crucial. The
Lumber Baron carries </span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><a href="https://www.thelumberbaron.com/redwoodlumbergradeswesternredcedarlumbergrades/" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><b><span style="color: #6aa84f;">reclaimed lumber in 6 different grades</span></b></span></a></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">, from many knots and edge sapwood to clear
lumber with few to no blemishes. Come in and talk to us about your plans, and
we will help you select the ideal reclaimed lumber for the job.</span></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span id="docs-internal-guid-6c82ff53-85a0-0d67-87ff-f0cbbb4a38a6"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">The Lumber Baron’s
selection of reclaimed lumber was originally cut from virgin old-growth forests
on the western side of the country. </span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">We
hand-pick the best cuts</span></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;"> of lumber from decommissioned buildings,
bridges, and other historic locations. In many cases, the original mill marks
can be found on whole timbers, and there are occasional bolt holes or unique
coloration caused by the the original application, such as bridges or wine
vats. We can mill the lumber onsite to meet your specifications or modern
lumber measurements.</span></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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Lumber Baron has provided exceptional lumber to customers in the Bay Area. We
have built our reputation on quality lumber and unique material that is not
available in chain lumber stores. To find out more about using </span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><a href="https://www.thelumberbaron.com/showcaselumberreclaimedredwoodcedarinstallationusesfinishedapplicationsfencesgatessiding/" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><span style="color: #6aa84f;">reclaimed lumber in your interior ceiling</span></span></a></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">, please stop by and visit us today.</span></b></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
<br />The Lumber Baronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11679174649762428851noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8670822447463006667.post-67521166490114049222018-01-14T18:40:00.001-08:002018-01-14T18:40:19.647-08:00The Story of the Old San Francisco Bay Bridge and the Lumber Reclaimed from it<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">One of the reasons that
reclaimed lumber is so appealing is that it has unique physical properties and
a rich historic value. One example of this is the reclaimed redwood material
Lumber Baron was able to procure during the demolition of the <a href="https://www.thelumberbaron.com/portfolio-items/bay-bridge-reclaimed-redwood-material/" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: #6aa84f;">Old San Francisco Bay Bridge</span></b></a>. Not only does it have a quality which is only available in old
growth lumber from the early to mid-1900’s, this redwood is a unique part of
American history. </span><o:p></o:p><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span id="docs-internal-guid-0d89d9fc-ebc7-8cee-08fa-d99bd08056eb">Even before the 20th
century, a bridge from San Francisco to Oakland was conceived as a way to
connect the city with rail lines on the other side of the Bay. As the newly
invented automobile became more popular, the necessity of easy transport made
the bridge even more important. In 1929, the California Toll Bridge Authority
was formed, and construction of the long-awaited bridge was soon to follow. The
bridge was completed in November of 1936 and almost immediately became an
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span id="docs-internal-guid-0d89d9fc-ebc7-8cee-08fa-d99bd08056eb">In 1989, the Loma
Prieta earthquake caused extensive damage to the bridge, including the collapse
of an upper section. This resulted in the construction of a new San Francisco
Bay Bridge, and the damaged span began to be demolished in November of 2013.
Most of the metal used in the bridge was sold as scrap metal, resulting in much
of it being shipped overseas to China.</span><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Reclaiming Historic
Lumber</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></h2>
<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span id="docs-internal-guid-0d89d9fc-ebc7-8cee-08fa-d99bd08056eb">The lumber from the
base of the bridge piers and pylons became available, and The Lumber Baron was
able to reclaim significant amounts of the <span style="color: #6aa84f;"><a href="https://www.thelumberbaron.com/portfolio_category/reclaimedwood/" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: #6aa84f;">old growth redwood</span></b></a> </span>used on two of
the piers. This lumber was an important form of protection for the bridge,
including reducing the damages caused by the 2007 Cosco Busan oil spill, when
an oil tanker collided with one of the bridge’s towers.</span><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Lumber From a Bygone
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span id="docs-internal-guid-0d89d9fc-ebc7-8cee-08fa-d99bd08056eb">As a result of its
old growth heritage, this lumber is knot free, and comprised of dense heartwood
material. It is easily identified by the compact grain structure, unique
coloration, and the strength afforded by the remarkable density of the lumber.
The Lumber Baron has made this historic lumber available in several sizes,
including 12” by 12”, 6” by 12”, and 1” by 12” cuts.</span><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Repurposing American
Heritage</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></h2>
<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span id="docs-internal-guid-0d89d9fc-ebc7-8cee-08fa-d99bd08056eb">Additionally, since
<a href="https://www.thelumberbaron.com/about/" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: #6aa84f;">The Lumber Baron</span></b></a> is a full service lumber mill, the lumber can be milled into 2
inch slabs or custom sizes or resurfaced to meet customer specifications,
making it excellent for quality countertops, furniture, and many other
applications.</span><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span id="docs-internal-guid-0d89d9fc-ebc7-8cee-08fa-d99bd08056eb"><b>Whether you are
interested in green building, custom beams, or unique furniture construction,
The Lumber Baron’s <span style="color: #6aa84f;"><a href="https://www.thelumberbaron.com/reclaimed-redwood-sale-2/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6aa84f;">reclaimed lumber</span></a> </span>from the San Francisco Bay Bridge Eastern
span is worth looking into. Not only does this lumber have a special historical
value and unique coloration which cannot be duplicated, it also represents a
quality of lumber that is no longer available from today’s managed redwood
forests.</b></span><o:p></o:p></span>The Lumber Baronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11679174649762428851noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8670822447463006667.post-17329571423510050302017-11-19T12:11:00.001-08:002017-11-19T12:11:45.993-08:00Lumber Spotlight: Western Red Cedar<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Western Red
Cedar is a popular type of evergreen lumber. Even though the wood is relatively
soft, old growth cuts made from cedar heartwood are nearly as dense as
hardwoods, with an attractive color and grain structure. Western Red Cedar is
part of The Lumber Baron’s Top 3 Lumber Products, along with Douglas Fir and
Redwood.</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span id="docs-internal-guid-cb0df9f3-b340-289b-eba0-0d1e01350ff4"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Don’t be fooled by
inferior western red cedar from unknown sources. Shop with a company like PEFC
certification is the </span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">environmental star of excellence</span></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;"> issued to forest
management companies. At The Lumber Baron, all of our Western Red Cedar comes
from PEFC sources, so you know that you are getting the best lumber from a
responsible lumber mill.</span></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span id="docs-internal-guid-cb0df9f3-b340-289b-eba0-0d1e01350ff4"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">There are </span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><a href="https://www.thelumberbaron.com/redwoodlumbergradeswesternredcedarlumbergrades/" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><b><span style="color: #6aa84f;">3 grades of cedar</span></b></span></a></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">. Each grade can be used for a variety of projects, and
has it’s own unique appearance and texture. The Lumber Baron stocks all three
grades, depending on market availability. Here’s what to look for:</span></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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Tight Knot -</span></strong><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">
Contains some small knots. Used for both interior and exterior applications.</span></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Select Heart -</span></strong><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">
Quality cut heartwood, showing very few knots. Works well for everything from
cabinets to siding.</span></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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All Heart -</span></strong><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">
This top-of-the-line grade comes from the heart of old growth timber and is
free of knots and blemishes. Ideal for any construction project.</span></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span id="docs-internal-guid-cb0df9f3-b340-289b-eba0-0d1e01350ff4"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Western Red Cedar is </span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><a href="https://www.thelumberbaron.com/cedar-lumber-sale/" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><span style="color: #6aa84f;"><b>durable, yet light and easy to work with</b></span></span></a></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">. Clear and higher
grades are cut from old growth heartwood, providing a more densely packed
material that is resistant to rot and decay.</span></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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Dried Cuts -</span></strong><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">
Freshly milled or milled and fired timber that has been prepared right here at
our on site saw mill. All new cut Western Red Cedar comes from timber lands
with PEFC certification. Available in all common 1- and 2-by sizes.</span></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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and Timbers -</span></strong><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">
For roof supports, beams and sturdy outdoor projects, Western Red Cedar is
available in dimensions ranging from 4-by-4 to 12-by-12, and lengths of up to
20 feet are generally in stock. Longer pieces can be milled to your
specifications.</span></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Palings -</span></strong><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">
Inexpensive cedar palings are sold by the bundle, and each paling is a full
¾-inch thick. That’s 50 percent thicker than buying palings of a lesser quality
at the big box stores.</span></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span id="docs-internal-guid-cb0df9f3-b340-289b-eba0-0d1e01350ff4"><b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">To get an idea of how
Western Red Cedar can enhance your remodel or new build, look through our </span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><a href="https://www.thelumberbaron.com/showcaselumberreclaimedredwoodcedarinstallationusesfinishedapplicationsfencesgatessiding/" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><span style="color: #6aa84f;">showcase of projects</span></span></a></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">.
Each one was completed using one or more of our featured lumber projects. Some
simple carpentry skills, your imagination, and an appreciation for fine lumber
are all you need to craft some exciting projects that will stand the test of
time. Stop by the lumber yard at <a href="https://www.thelumberbaron.com/about/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6aa84f;">The Lumber Baron</span></a> today to see our current Western Red Cedar offerings.</span></b></span>The Lumber Baronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11679174649762428851noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8670822447463006667.post-37945111424261917682017-10-18T09:30:00.000-07:002017-10-18T09:30:14.453-07:00Lumber Spotlight: Douglas Fir<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Even though
it is classed as a softwood, Douglas fir is harder than many hardwoods,
including chestnut. It is more robust than other types of fir, and using
reclaimed Douglas fir offers appeal as well as incentive. At the Lumber Baron,
we believe that understanding the qualities of the lumber you use will allow
you to make the best choice of materials.</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span id="docs-internal-guid-b9c032ae-042b-7066-decd-3599789b8915"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Not all types of fir
are the same. In many instances the material being sold by large chain stores
may not be a true fir at all, but a closely related species known as Western
hemlock. Because this material resembles white fir, the two are often treated
as a mix and match brand of fir. Do not confuse this material with Douglas fir,
which is </span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><a href="https://www.thelumberbaron.com/redwood-sapwood-vs-redwood-heartwood-lumber/" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><b><span style="color: #6aa84f;">more
rigid and offers greater tensile strength</span></b></span></a></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">. </span></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span id="docs-internal-guid-b9c032ae-042b-7066-decd-3599789b8915"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Green Building with Douglas Fir</span></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></h2>
<span id="docs-internal-guid-b9c032ae-042b-7066-decd-3599789b8915"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">There are incentives
for using reclaimed lumber such as Douglas fir. For example, using reclaimed
Douglas fir may make your project eligible for LEED credits, an international
marker of sustainability and environmentally sound building practices. If you
are building for a sustainable future, or want to make an environmental
statement, </span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><a href="https://www.thelumberbaron.com/productsbayarealumberredwoodcedarreclaimedlumberptlumberhardwood/" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><b><span style="color: #6aa84f;">Douglas
fir and other reclaimed lumber</span></b></span></a></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;"><span style="color: #6aa84f;"> </span>are a great investment.</span></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span id="docs-internal-guid-b9c032ae-042b-7066-decd-3599789b8915"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Benefits of Reclaimed Douglas Fir</span></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></h2>
<span id="docs-internal-guid-b9c032ae-042b-7066-decd-3599789b8915"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Reclaimed Douglas fir
has other benefits as well. Old growth Douglas fir has been used in a variety of
ways, and many of those applications left </span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><a href="https://www.thelumberbaron.com/portfolio-items/reclaimed-doug-fir-timbers/?portfolioID=5915" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><span style="color: #6aa84f;"><b>telltale
signs in the lumber itself</b></span></span></a></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">. Unusual patinas, natural stains, and such
notable indicators as old nail holes are only a few of the visible traces found
in reclaimed lumber. If you are trying to achieve a rustic look, but still want
the best lumber available, foregoing modern mill cuts in favor of reclaimed fir
is a practical and appealing solution.</span></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span id="docs-internal-guid-b9c032ae-042b-7066-decd-3599789b8915"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Building on American History</span></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></h2>
<span id="docs-internal-guid-b9c032ae-042b-7066-decd-3599789b8915"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Another interesting
aspect of reclaimed Douglas fir is the historical value attached to it. The
Lumber Baron searches for old bridges and buildings which were built using old
growth lumber and are about to be demolished. Our lumber may be from any number
of sites around the nation, and includes Douglas fir taken from the </span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Georgia
Pacific Mill</span></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">
in Fort Bragg, the defunct International Harvester plant in Richmond, and
siding with a silverish tint </span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><a href="https://www.thelumberbaron.com/portfolio-items/reclaimed-doug-fir-siding/?portfolioID=5915" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><span style="color: #6aa84f;"><b>recovered
from barns throughout the country</b></span></span></a></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">. Using reclaimed lumber is more than
environmentally sound - it is also nostalgically historic.</span></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span id="docs-internal-guid-b9c032ae-042b-7066-decd-3599789b8915"><b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">The Lumber Baron is
your one-stop location for newly milled and reclaimed lumber in the San
Francisco Bay area. </span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><a href="https://www.thelumberbaron.com/" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><span style="color: #6aa84f;">We specialize in reclaimed Douglas fir</span></span></a></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">, redwood and other
materials originally milled from old growth forests in the 19th and 20th
centuries. We even offer on site milling and surfacing, and delivery services
are available.</span></b></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span>The Lumber Baronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11679174649762428851noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8670822447463006667.post-50011907890468946632017-08-23T19:03:00.000-07:002017-08-30T19:04:27.483-07:00What to Look for when Buying Reclaimed Lumber<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Reclaimed
lumber is an excellent building material, but </span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";"><a href="https://www.thelumberbaron.com/redwood-sapwood-vs-redwood-heartwood-lumber/" style="text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6aa84f; font-size: 11.0pt;"><b>you need to know what you are getting</b></span></a></span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">. Ask your lumber company where the wood was
salvaged from, and how it was selected. The Lumber Baron wants you to be an
informed customer, and we will happily take you through every step of the
identification and selection process. For example, keep these key points in
mind:</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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dimensions in the early 1900’s are different than those used today.</span></span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Inspect
reclaimed material before purchasing.</span></span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span id="docs-internal-guid-8753424d-33d8-d0ff-83e4-ea3800d05015"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt;">Age and Environment Indicators</span></span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></h2>
<span id="docs-internal-guid-8753424d-33d8-d0ff-83e4-ea3800d05015"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">One of the things
which sets reclaimed lumber apart is the </span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";"><a href="https://www.thelumberbaron.com/reclaimed-redwood-sale-2/" style="text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6aa84f; font-size: 11.0pt;"><b>effects of time and exposure</b></span></a></span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">. Reclaimed lumber from a winery tank is going to look
differently than lumber from an old barn. Beams used on old bridges have
tell-tale signs of exposure to water, and saltwater exposure looks different
than freshwater. If you are dealing with a lumber company that does not know
the history of their reclaimed lumber, talk to another company, because that history
is almost as important as the type of wood.</span></span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span id="docs-internal-guid-8753424d-33d8-d0ff-83e4-ea3800d05015"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">In the 19th and early
20th centuries, old growth forests in the Pacific Northwest and other regions
provided a steady stream of large timbers. Lumber with large dimensions was cut
from a single tree, and the continuous wood grain is clearly visible. Heartwood
is material cut from the interior of a tree and milled without joining. It also
has a dense ring structure which is often an </span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";"><a href="https://www.thelumberbaron.com/redwood-lumber-sale/" style="text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6aa84f; font-size: 11.0pt;"><b>indication of the strength and durability</b></span></a></span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">
of the lumber.</span></span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span id="docs-internal-guid-8753424d-33d8-d0ff-83e4-ea3800d05015"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Many times, reclaimed
lumber will include visual clues to determine its previous use. These
historical signals may be many things, including weathered nail or bolt holes,
coloration related to weather, fluids, or specific climates, or even saw or
milling marks. Occasionally, the ends of timbers will include brands </span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";"><a href="https://www.thelumberbaron.com/reclaimed-douglas-fir-for-sale/" style="text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6aa84f; font-size: 11.0pt;"><b>burned into wood by the original mill</b></span></a></span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;"> where it was processed.</span></span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span id="docs-internal-guid-8753424d-33d8-d0ff-83e4-ea3800d05015"><b><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Whether you are
looking at reclaimed redwood cut from California’s old growth forests, or
reclaimed Ipe cut during expansion projects in South America, </span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt;">each
piece of material has its own story to tell</span></span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">. At The Lumber
Baron, we take pride in the wood we sell, and much of our reclaimed lumber is
hand-selected to make sure that only the best material is ever offered to our
customers. Unlike large hardware stores, we specialize in high quality new and
old growth wood, right down to providing on-site milling to meet customer
specifications. We invite you to <a href="https://www.thelumberbaron.com/about/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6aa84f;">visit our lumber yard</span></a> today, and we will show
you first hand what to look for.</span></b></span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span>The Lumber Baronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11679174649762428851noreply@blogger.com0