Few woods are as instantly recognizable or as enduring as Douglas Fir flooring. With its rich reddish hue, straight grain, and unmatched strength-to-weight ratio, Douglas Fir has been a favorite among builders for centuries. From 19th-century warehouses to modern homes, this wood has shaped American architecture. Its durability and beauty made it the material of choice for factories, barns, and timber-frame buildings across the [...]
At Manomin Resawn Timbers, we’re proud to partner with builders who understand that a home is more than a structure, it’s a story. A space to live, gather, reflect, and grow. Werschay Homes exemplifies that philosophy. As a premier Minnesota custom home builder, they blend craftsmanship with creativity, tradition with innovation. We’ve seen this firsthand in projects that feature our reclaimed wood, and just [...]
Every reclaimed board has a past—and at Manomin Resawn Timbers, that past is honored through precision, patience, and purpose. From towering timbers once held high in century-old factories to weathered planks that lined forgotten barns, each piece begins a new journey the moment it enters our shop. At the heart of that transformation is expert wood milling, a process that turns salvage wood into [...]
At Manomin Resawn Timbers, we believe there’s something truly special about the weathered beauty of reclaimed wood with its story woven into every grain and groove over more than a century. Our wood, salvaged from structures dating back to the Industrial Revolution, carries a rich history that modern materials simply can’t replicate. When you bring reclaimed wood into your home, you’re not just adding [...]
There’s something undeniably captivating about the weathered texture and rich character of reclaimed wood siding. It carries the stories of the past—of old barns, historic buildings, and timeworn craftsmanship—while offering homeowners and builders a sustainable, high-quality material that’s built to last. At Manomin Resawn Timbers, we specialize in transforming these storied boards into beautiful, durable siding that elevates any exterior. Whether you're drawn to [...]
We’re thrilled to spotlight another one of our talented Minnesota design partners who knows how to make reclaimed wood truly shine! This month, we’re featuring the exceptional work of Ruby + Suede, a full-service interior design studio based in Savage, MN. With so many gifted luxury home design professionals across the Twin Cities, we love highlighting those who not only create beautiful interiors, but [...]
At Manomin Resawn Timbers we love seeing the fruits of our labor as our reclaimed wood finds its way into a variety of beautiful projects. This month we wanted to take a look at this stunning luxury prairie home clad in rustic reclaimed exterior wood siding. Sitting on 90 acres of restored prairie in Independence, MN, this build made good use of the land [...]
In the world of homebuilding and remodeling, wood is an important resource - building everything from the frames and floors of your home to the finishing touches on your cabinets and built-ins. With such a high demand for this precious material, it’s pertinent to ask ourselves: is wood sustainable? The answer is that not all wood is created equally, and by our measure, reclaimed [...]
As dealers of reclaimed wood, we at Manomin Resawn Timbers get to see some pretty unique materials go through our doors. One of our absolute favorites for both its stunning appearance and rich history is the very rare Antique Wormy Chestnut. Due to the near extinction of the once abundant American Chestnut tree, this variety of lumber is very difficult to find, and can [...]
What is Shou Sugi Ban Wood? Shou Sugi Ban, also known as Yakisugi, is an ancient Japanese technique for preserving wood by charring its surface with fire. This method originated in Japan during the 18th century and gained popularity for its unique ability to enhance the durability and longevity of wood. By charring the wood, a protective layer is formed, making it resistant to [...]