Give your home a style makeover with reclaimed wood

Give your home a style makeover with reclaimed wood | H is for Home

Reclaimed wood is having a moment in the design world right now, for good reason. Recycling old wood is environmentally friendly and reclaimed wood brings a unique look to any home. Plus, it’s an affordable way to give your home a big style boost. From walls panelled with reused wood to recycled wooden accents that give your home some natural warmth and old world charm, there are dozens of spaces in your home that you can use reclaimed timber.

Here are 4 creative ways to use this versatile material in your home.

Bookshelves made from reclaimed timber

Shelving

Shelves look more appealing when they’re made from salvaged wood because the unique colour and texture of the wood makes the shelving a focal point without dominating the room. Consider using reclaimed wood shelves in your bedroom, living room or kitchen.

Reclaimed timber beams

Accent beams

If you want to add some serious drama to your home, reclaimed timber beams in a colour that complements your existing scheme will transform the way that large rooms like your lounge or family room look. Additionally, accent beams in the bedroom can bring the outdoors in and make your sleeping space feel a lot cosier and more harmonious.

Wall in a coffee shop that is panelled using reused timber

Panelling

Decorative wall wood panelling is back according to design experts, but with a modern and updated look thanks to sheets of reclaimed timber. Sleek panelling made from aged wood looks great in an office, shop, man cave or living space. If you want to add some boho charm to your home use panelling made from salvaged wood in several different natural shades that will add an eclectic bohemian flare to your walls.

Pair of dark grey desert boots on a worn parquet floor

Flooring

Reconditioning old wooden flooring is a great way of recycling wide plank wooden flooring and beams from old barns and vintage homes. It will instantly add authentic vintage charm to your home and give you that beautiful look of real hardwood flooring.

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