Heritage Projects

The projects shown on this page all have one thing in common.

The lumber has meaning

A tree their great-grandmother planted.

A barn their grandfather built.

A pew from their place of worship.

A grain hopper from the town elevator.

A cabin that sheltered their family.

This is Heritage Lumber

Heritage Woodworking can take many forms, here are some examples

Recycling

Recycling is a process of breakdown and rebirth. The original form is completely discarded and something new is built from the raw materials.

This is best for projects where only a small amount of material is available. Recycled material is merged with new wood to build a project embedded with meaning.

Reclaiming

Projects that maintain more of the structure or character of the original material fall under reclaiming. On these projects, care is taken to preserve the original surface and patina.

This is best for project with sound source material that has been imbued with the spirit of the craftsmen who came before. Tooled surfaces, writing, or other character marks are preserved and passed on to the next generation.

Upcycling

For projects that just need a facelift, upcycling can be the answer. An upcycled project starts with a piece you want to save and turns it into something you can continue to treasure. 

If a project isn't changing form, the first step is to establish structural integrity. From there, colors and surfaces can change to suit your preferences.

Let's discuss your heritage project