Do you like all the characteristics of reclaimed material but prefer a cleaner, less weathered, more finished look? These pictures show what our milled reclaimed redwood lumber can look like when it is freshly milled. Reclaimed redwood lumber is a great option for both interior and exterior projects. The Lumber Baron seeks out the best [...]
From a rustic barn in Eureka, we have a selection of reclaimed, hand hewn redwood beams, many still with portions of the bark still intact. From 8x8 to 10x14 these beams look great as is or can be wire brushed and polished for a cleaner look. Many of our clients have used them successfully as [...]
Before the switch to either stainless steel or oak, many wineries in California used redwood tanks to store and age wine. We’ve acquired some special Cabernet wine tanks including staves from one of California’s oldest wineries, Digardi, founded in the 1860’s in Martinez. Beautifully stained by years of wine grape tannins, these incredible pieces of [...]
The Almaden Reservoir, one Santa Clara county's six original reservoirs, was built in 1935. Still in use, we have limited amounts of 2x12 and 2x10 Reclaimed Reservoir Redwood Lumber from its seismic project in 2017. The redwood served as the rafters holding up the structures metal roofing. A full 2” thick, this Reclaimed Reservoir Redwood [...]
From various locations throughout the Bay Area we have acquired a large amount of reclaimed redwood water tank lumber. Made from clear all heart redwood the staves generally measure 2-1/2" x 5-1/4", 2-1/2"x 7-1/4" or 2-1/2"x 9-1/4". The bottoms 2-1/2"x 7-1/4", 2-1/2"x 9-1/4", or 2-1/2" x 11-1/4". Reclaimed redwood water tanks are still found on [...]
As about as under-appreciated a species as you will find, cottonwood has largely been discarded and mulched. However, a number of logs often have interesting figure and led us to acquire some of this (what we thing of as) incredible material. With hues of yellow and orange our cottonwood live edge slabs would make beautiful [...]
Almaden Reservoir Reclaimed Cedar Lumber. The Almaden Reservoir, one Santa Clara county's six original reservoirs, was built in 1935. The Lumber Baron was able to acquire the reclamation of over 15,000 board feet of 2x4 and 2x8 and 6x6 lumber from the seismic project conducted there. The cedar served as the bracing and structural members [...]
Builders of the past used material that was readily available and around here, redwood and doug fir reigned supreme. Our collection of select structural Reclaimed Doug Fir Beams, come primarily from old bridges or large dwellings. Many of the ends are stamped "Dense Structural," a grade the old mills burned into the ends, signifying to [...]
Naval Yard Warehouse Mare Island Reclaimed Fir. Shortly after California was awarded statehood in 1850, Mare Island became the first permanent U.S. naval shipyard on the West Coast and served as such for over 100 years. During its long historic tenure, both the Navy and U.S. Marines have used the location for training operations. As [...]
We also have a large selection of 2x reclaimed material that can be resawn on site resulting in 2 pieces of 1x Reclaimed Doug Fir Siding. Seen here is the counter material at The Natural Grocer in El Cerrito and an interior wall paneling application. The Lumber Baron has a large selection of reclaimed Douglas [...]
Everyone uses paint. Why not incorporate wood to create an environment of warmth, charm and character with one or a combination of any of our reclaimed wood paneling options? We have a number of beautifully weathered reclaimed wood paneling options that will liven any room. From our Bay Bridge Redwood, to old growth Kapur reclaimed [...]
Hand selected for eye-popping curl or lace grain; our inventory of 1x6 figured mahogany lumber is sure to make a statement. It would make great gate or door material, trim, desk...heck make a deck out of it. This incredible material is affordable and makes quite the statement no matter how you choose to use it. [...]
Because of its structural strength, old growth doug fir was the primary joist material used in buildings throughout California. Left alone the beefy, full dimension stock is ideal for furniture or, if split, makes excellent flooring, siding or paneling. We carry a variety of widths, from 4-14” and have both a select knotty and clear [...]
They say your fireplace is the hearth of the home. Make yours unique with any number of our Reclaimed Mantel options. From rustic hand hewn beams, Redwood from the Bay Bridge, Kapur from a copper mine, Pine from Treasure Island or a Cabernet wine tank stave, your sure to find a talking piece that will [...]
From a number of different commercial buildings located on the Alameda Marina, we are offering thousands of board feet of some pretty special, rough sawn, old growth reclaimed douglas fir lumber. Measuring a full 2" x 11 1/4" and a full 2" x 9 1/4"the 2x12 would be perfect for floating shelves or table tops. [...]