Reclaimed, Green or Air Dried Oak Beams?

An oak beam really is something to behold. These beams can be transformed into beautiful structural features bringing unrivalled character into your home. But how do you choose what type of oak beam is for you?

Solid oak beams are categorised in following ways;

Reclaimed Oak Beams, Green Oak Beams and Air Dried Oak Beams.

The Reclaimed Oak Beams are lengths of solid oak which have been removed from a building, intended to be used again. These beams could have been removed from old houses, barns and even some castles. This variety in origin gives each beam its own unique character that will not be matched.

The knots, cracks, bangs and scrapes that each beam possess give a glimpse of their previous lives.

One of the main advantages of choosing an reclaimed oak beam is their incredible stability. This helps to ensure that there is very little movement, making them suitable for a number of situations.