Characteristics of Reclaimed Oak
We often get asked about the special characteristics that reclaimed oak has and why so few craftsmen dare to work with this material despite its stunning appearance and other virtues.
Reclaimed oak is a very special wood that requires a complicated and prolonged treatment process. This process includes cleaning, treatment with special solutions against insects and moths, removal of old nails, filling cracks and holes with epoxy resin and special putty.
The supply of this wood is limited and finding old beams suitable for furniture manufacturing requires time and effort. Furthermore, making furniture from reclaimed oak involves high waste, as almost 50% of the beam is discarded.
Reclaimed oak is an extremely dense wood and is much more resistant than new oak. It is hard to cut and undergoes mechanical processes like planing and sanding with difficulty.
The time dedicated to the manufacture of a reclaimed oak table can be several times greater than the time needed to manufacture a similar table from new oak.
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These characteristics translate into a relatively high price for furniture made from this material.
However, all the difficulties are worth it due to its unique and matchless appearance, which carries with it the marks of time and has a distinctive pattern and appearance. Besides, it has a special energy infused by the passage of time.
Reclaimed oak tells a story through its uniqueness and adds character to any space. Each piece of furniture made from this wood becomes a unique work of art that retains the charm of the past and emanates special energy. The beauty and durability of reclaimed oak make it worth investing in, as it is a timeless choice that will endure over time.
We are willing to bring to life the table design you choose, using reclaimed oak, to create a unique piece full of history.
Every Piece of Furniture is a Living History
The aging of wood is one of its many attractions. Some more marked veins, a darker color... when time passes, it leaves an aesthetic that shows beauty despite the wear of the material. The nail marks and the cracks of time will be the elements of an unrepeatable design.
Each furniture we produce carries a piece of the history of the house from which the beam was taken.
Buying furniture from RENOBLE, our clients pay homage and memory to previous generations, they feel involved in the history of northern Spain.
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