We have done quite a lot of work in the last few years with recycled lumber. It always yields warm and friendly results, although sourcing quality material can sometimes be a complex and expensive process. 

Sometimes we resaw beams with local barn and architectural recycler Frank Pratt, and sometimes we purchase boards and planks from places like Vintage Log and Lumber or Appalachian Woods.  It all depends upon who has what, when we need it. 

The wood for this particular project came from a various sources, as we required quite a bit for the cabinets and a 9′ table that were built to match. The cabiinet interiors are of ash plywood, stained to match the exteriors. The cabinet faces, ends, and tops (which are viewable from the balcony above) are all solid wood. More process photos and information can be found on my Dorset Custom Furniture blog.

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