Reclaimed wood beams

Reclaimed wood beams

An old wooden beam is by definition an eye-catcher in any room. This is due to the impressive size of the beams, and especially to their unique character. The seasons, the weather, and previous use have given the beams a special appearance. The grain, cracks, and wobbles ensure that no beam is alike. Each beam has its own identity, making it all the more important to carefully consider which old beam fits perfectly into the picture.

Old farmhouses, country houses, and castles wouldn’t be the same without their beautiful wooden structures. Sometimes these classic buildings are demolished. Fortunately, the resulting building materials can often be salvaged. They arrive at Frank Pouwer covered in a thick layer of dirt and full of ironwork. Thanks to the necessary knowledge and expertise, our specialists are able to fully restore these beams. This fully reveals the authentic appearance of these old beams. Besides their unparalleled appearance, these beams are of very high quality. Decades of use have made them even stronger, meaning they’ll last a long life (or even more!)!

A unique collection of old wooden beams

If you’re working on a restoration project, building an outbuilding, or have any other reason to search for old wooden beams, a visit to our lumberyard is a must! Our collection includes oak, pine, spruce, elm, and tropical hardwoods. These are available in various widths and lengths. We naturally have the more common sizes in our collection, but also unique old beams with extreme lengths of up to 16 meters and exceptionally large beam ends.

With a wood inventory of over 25,000 m², your search will always be successful. Moreover, it’s an experience in itself. To make finding the most beautiful examples easy, we’ve sorted all beams by wood type, origin, appearance, finish, and size. This way, you can search specifically for beams with a specific look or gain inspiration and discover new possibilities. People regularly visit the lumberyard because they see it as a day out, even if they’re not actually looking for wood.

Old pine beams

During the demolition of old buildings or warehouses, old pine beams are often recovered. The beams usually come from the supporting structure. These days, the removal of the old beams is done with extra care. Old beams are very popular in the construction and renovation industry.

Old American pine beams

In addition to the European variety, we also offer old pine wood that originally grew in the eastern and southern United States. These old American pine beams are stronger and contain fewer to no knots. Many of the beams in our collection originate from old country houses, farms, or castles. Upon arrival, they are inspected and, if necessary, stripped of metal. After any treatment, they are placed alongside other old American pine beams of similar size and appearance.

Old oak beams

Old oak beams from the 18th or 19th century ensure that a space, both inside and out, has a characterful focal point. They give a room the cachet and character that only old oak beams can achieve. Let the photos on this page speak for themselves. The beams are sorted by size and appearance, making it easy to choose a favorite.