Reclaimed Railroad Tie Furniture - Rustic & Functional
Posted by Cat Hubrich on Sat, Oct 09, 2010
Just about everything out there can be reclaimed and re-purposed. Old buildings are being torn down, disassembled, and the materials are used for numerous items. Old barn wood can be resurfaced and used in your home as functional flooring with character. Architectural details such as banisters, pillars and shutters are all recyclable with a multitude of purposes. What was once thought of as trash is now transformed into amazing art and rustic furniture.
So why not railroad ties?
*Railroad Tie Mirror
Now it is time to open your mind a bit and think outside the box. Frames are not the only home furnishings that can be created from resourced wood.
Coffee tables and end tables are now made from this reusable wood along with console and dining tables. Each piece will be one-of-a-kind and also add texture and weight to your space. Rustic items, such as these, are nolonger just for a mountain cabin or lodge. Many of these items are minimalistic in construction and add interest to a modern home along with an earthy quality to any style decor.
*Railroad Tie Coffee Table
I can appreciate furniture so much more when it has a story. Know your wood's past to create an amazing future for your home.