There's something special about making things yourself. Especially when it's going to be a focal point in your home. At Manomin Resawn Timbers, we love all things reclaimed wood, and we love DIY projects too! In today's post, we'll give you everything you need to create your own rustic reclaimed wood picture frames. Determine the Style You Want Your Picture Frame to Be You [...]
Reclaimed wood can make for beautiful shelving, and floating shelves are a great addition to almost any room in your home. Whether you'd like to have a bookshelf or a new place to show off decor, reclaimed wood floating shelves can be perfect. To install bookshelves, you're first going to need to build them. We'll walk you through each step, from procurement of the [...]
Have you been searching "Reclaimed wood near me" with no luck? Whether you're after a DIY project or you're a contractor trying to fulfill the needs of your client, finding reclaimed wood and installing it is never easy. But finding reclaimed wood doesn't need to be difficult or expensive. In this short guide, we'll break down some of the best places to find reclaimed [...]
While new wood in a home is nice for projects like flooring or paneling, it lacks the appeal and vintage aesthetic that's gained from older, aged wood. If you can't afford to purchase reclaimed wood from a dealer like Manomin Resawn Timbers, there are ways to age wood synthetically and make it look great. Today We're breaking down 7 simple techniques on how to [...]
Deforestation is a real problem and not just because of the increase in carbon dioxide and pollution that we're faced with year after year. Fewer trees and forests also mean less habitat for animals and birds alike. Insects and other smaller animals in decline might mean fewer mosquito bites for now, but if we aren’t intentional to protect our forests soon plants and animals [...]
Shiplap has been a commonly used feature in many homes for decades. But shiplap falls short when looking for something original and exciting for your home or business. At this point, it's not original and doesn't offer what homeowners want in an accent wall. Reclaimed wood paneling offers originality, sustainability, and a unique way to make your home look great. We've provided everything you [...]
Fireplace mantels are heavy and difficult to install but offer much to your fireplace. Whether you're looking for an elegant wood mantel or something simple, we're breaking down how to install it in your home. Enjoying fires with your new heavy wood mantel will help you make great memories and make your living room look beautiful. Wes Hanson Builders and Tays & Co. [...]
Installing a wood beam isn't necessarily easy by any means. It can actually be really challenging to get it right. But the value and beauty that a reclaimed wood beam adds to your home is huge, and the benefits are long-lasting. Our guide will help walk you through the installation process, from purchasing a beam to installing it and making sure it's structurally sound. [...]
Reclaimed wood flooring looks great in almost any home. Unfortunately, deciding on the right style, color, and wood type can be difficult. Don’t worry about figuring it all out on your own. We’re here to help you make the right choices so that you can have the wood flooring of your dreams. In this reclaimed wood flooring guide, we’ll help you understand the differences between reclaimed [...]
There are many different reasons you might want to install wood planking in your home. Install a DIY planked wall can add lots to your home and make for a beautiful accent wall. Instead, we're going to focus this post on exclusively "how to" install a planked wall. Thankfully this is one of those projects that shouldn't take too long but takes your home [...]