In a world where deforestation is threatening our very existence on the planet, recycling old wood has been discussed as one of the many ways to tackle this issue.
As our limited resources immediately come to a close, consumers and companies alike are searching for methods and techniques to consolidate environmental responsibility into their way of living.
Energy conservation, paperless work, and recycling have been here for a long time now. Another efficient way to become environment-friendly is by reusing old things in all aspects of your life, be it clothing, homeware, or even houses. Additionally, furnishing your home with reclaimed wood furniture, decking or flooring can avoid new products production.
More to Kaltimber’s own business unit, instead of being thrown away, old wood from dismantled buildings and homes is refurbished and given a new life as a dresser, coffee table decking or flooring. The use of reclaimed wood can have a positive environmental impact beyond the preservation of virgin trees. In the past, many builders used non-toxic paints and glue as well as natural oil finishes.
The main objective is to come up with high quality, beautiful products while giving the environment a breather. Reclaimed wood yields stylish yet rustic types of furniture. In several cases, it is difficult to distinguish that the outcome is not brand new. In some cases as well, evidence such as rustic nail holes or saw marks are retained for a purpose. Indeed, it gives an antique feel and well-worn appeal. It can be tailored to suit a vast array of homeowners’ tastes and feels and can be blended with traditional, rustic, or contemporary tastes.
There is also a sense of mystery surrounding a piece of reclaimed wood product. Your night shelf could be a century old, from a house or a barn. Or maybe it was salvaged from a wrecked boat. Or a bridge in a tropical jungle! Whatever the case, it has a story to tell and a history of its own.
Old barn in Kalimantan, Indonesian Borneo
At the end of the day, the cost-efficient factor of this type of furniture is a lot more enticing to buyers. Even though hand-made furniture can be expensive, reclaimed materials are basically cheaper as compared to brand new items. Reclaimed wood is basically treated and pre-cut, lessening expenses significantly.
Any property owner with a taste for nostalgic feels, an eye for a stylish theme, and a goal to protect and preserve our natural resources would be wise to buy reclaimed wood furniture and construction materials. Whatever your goal is, reclaimed wood is the “in” thing as of the moment. Let’s just say that yesterday’s pieces are the most loved pieces of today and will still be tomorrow’s treasures.
Reclaimed wood flooring.
As for us, at Kaltimber, we are not fully dedicated to furniture but to decking and flooring in reclaim wood. All the character and history carried in each and every single piece makes all our projects unique. Our leftovers are used to create unique of home decor and homeware for our brand I-Rewood.
I-Rewood Chopsticks