There’s something undeniably captivating about the timeless charm of reclaimed wood. Incorporating it into your home brings character, warmth, and a sense of history that is especially welcome in any rustic Minnesota home.
When it comes to making a bold yet elegant statement, few features have the impact of reclaimed wood box beams. These striking architectural elements not only draw the eye but also invite a feeling of rustic sophistication that enhances any space.
Whether framing the walls of a cozy living room or spanning a high vaulted ceiling, reclaimed wood box beams effortlessly blend beauty and function, creating a centerpiece that tells a story and sets the tone for your home. At Manomin Resawn Timbers, we excel at crafting these impressive pieces of carpentry.
What Are Reclaimed Wood Box Beams?
Box beams are a hollow piece of architecture that are constructed from joined planks of wood to mimic the appearance of a solid piece of timber. These beams can be crafted with either two, three, or four sides, depending on their intended application and the specific design needs of a space.
One of the most compelling aspects of box beams is their ability to create the look and feel of full, solid timbers while using less material and offering greater versatility. This is especially advantageous when working with reclaimed wood, as larger reclaimed timbers may not always be available or structurally reliable.
Box beams allow builders and designers to achieve the aesthetic grandeur of large wooden fixtures while making efficient use of available materials. This clever construction method transforms reclaimed wood into a sustainable and stunning centerpiece, bringing texture and character to any design.
Using Reclaimed Wood Box Beams to Decorate a Ceiling
A reclaimed wood box beam ceiling is a stunning way to enhance any room, creating a sense of grandeur and filling your space with unrivaled visual interest. Their versatility makes them an excellent choice for various ceiling designs, allowing homeowners and designers to create striking architectural features that stand out.
For lower, flat-topped rooms our reclaimed wood box beams can be used to design a coffered ceiling, where the faux timbers form a horizontal grid pattern, adding depth and dimension to the untextured surface. A fine, coffered ceiling will make any room feel more stately and sophisticated, while your choice of wood can set the tone from rustic cabin to modern craftsman.
If you are working with a grand room that boasts high vaulted ceilings, reclaimed wood box beams can be configured into trusses, providing both structural inspiration and artistic impact. With choices between straight or arched trusses, rough sawn antique oak or clean and bright reclaimed pine, you can take your aesthetic in any direction.
To accompany the magnificent trusses of your box beam ceiling, reclaimed wood pieces can also be used as ceiling rafters, recreating the rustic beauty of traditional exposed beams. The long, intersecting lines will elongate the ceiling and create an enchanting geometric lattice to enjoy every time you look up.
To complete the majesty of a reclaimed wood box beam ceiling, you can add reclaimed wood paneling beneath the grand rafters to impart more character and intriguing lines while maintaining a wonderfully cohesive feel throughout the room.
Reclaimed wood box beams are also an excellent way to frame a room by outlining its ceiling perimeter. This approach defines the space, creating a sense of cohesion and subtly highlighting the room’s architecture.
This beautiful build from Tays & Co. Design Studios and Wooddale Builders makes use of our clean and bright White Oak box beams to frame its cozy living room. Learn more about this stunning project in our blog post here.
Dressing Up Your Room With Vertical Reclaimed Wood Box Beams
Vertical box beams open up a world of design possibilities within a room, offering both function and form. Along the walls, decorative box beams can enhance the architecture and add beautiful texture that breaks up the flat surface.
These vertical fixtures can even connect seamlessly with a box beam ceiling design, creating a unified, flowing aesthetic that makes the room feel like one big web. This can be particularly striking in larger spaces, where the vertical lines work to draw the eye upwards and establish a sense of balance.
For defining areas within an open-plan design, freestanding reclaimed wood box beams serve as an elegant solution. Positioned to mimic supportive structures, these beams evoke a sense of intentionality and character while subtly dividing the space.
Whether aligning these beams with doorways, arches, or entry points, they provide a warm and stately touch without sacrificing the openness of the room.
Box beams also shine in remodels constrained by older supports that must remain visible. By enclosing less attractive structural supports, box beams transform functional elements into design features that blend practicality with beauty, hiding imperfections while introducing the timeless charm of reclaimed wood.
Our Selection of Reclaimed Wood Box Beams
At the heart of our reclaimed wood offerings is a carefully curated selection of box beams, each with its own unique personality and aesthetic appeal. Whether you are designing a rustic retreat, a modern farmhouse, or an industrial-inspired space, our versatile options ensure there’s a perfect match for your project.
Discover some of our most popular reclaimed wood box beam options.
Our Weathered Antique box beams take center stage as dramatic rafters in this grand lodge courtesy of Katie Kottke Interiors and Wes Hanson Builders.
Weathered Antique Reclaimed Wood Box Beams
Our Weathered Antique box beams exude character and depth, featuring a beautiful range of natural colors that reflect their rich history. These beams are left with their authentic weathered textures, showcasing earthy tones from soft grays and warm browns to deep, muted hues.
The versatility of these beams makes them an excellent choice for both striking focal points and understated accents, blending harmoniously into any design style.
White Oak Reclaimed Wood Box Beams
For those seeking a balance of warmth and rustic charm, our White Oak box beams are a standout option. Their characteristic grains, knots, and cracks tell a story of their past lives, bringing authenticity to your space.
These beams radiate a natural warmth that complements a variety of interiors, from cozy traditional homes to sleek contemporary spaces looking for a touch of texture and depth. The brighter tones and sandy complexion of our reclaimed White Oak makes it perfect for a more sleek design with clean lines and newly milled faces.
These impactful milled original face box beams add directionality to stretch out this elegant kitchen from Pillar Homes.
Milled Original Faced Reclaimed Wood Box Beams
For a dramatic, moodier aesthetic, our Milled Original Faced box beams are the perfect solution. We retain the wood’s natural surface so that the beams showcase their natural patina, a testament to the passage of time.
Look closely and you can still see the distinctive markings of old tools that were once used to shape the old timbers these box beams came from. The wood’s darker, aged tones and rugged textures makes it ideal for creating a sophisticated, grounded atmosphere in any room, lending a sense of timelessness and intrigue.
Add A Stately Charm To Your House With Our Reclaimed Wood Box Beams
Each of these reclaimed wood box beam styles carries a unique story, ready to become part of your design and home. With many more options beyond what we have shown here, we welcome you to reach out to us and ask about our box beams!
