Sill Timber Mantel With Very Strong Character
I mentioned that I like sill beams mantels, didn't I? Many people are inclined to throw out these 1/2 rotten timbers. When I see them, all I can see is potential. The sill timber sits on top of the stone foundation and underneath the walls. Around here, more often than not, these beams tend to be white oak. White oak has natural rot resistance, but is not rot-proof. Over the decades, good portions of the beam have become rotten; however, we worked the beam up to the point that only solid material remains. What we get is great natural color and character. This beam is from a 19-teens barn near Waconia, Minnesota. The old barn was about 2 or 3 miles from Swedish immigrant, Andrew Peterson, Farm. The Andrew Peterson farm became famous, particularly in Sweden, after the meticulous journals he kept became the basis for Vilhelm Moberg's Emigrants book series. We will cut this one down and reduce the price by $8.33 per in up to a $100 discount. SIZE: 74in Long x 7in Deep x 6in Tall NAME: HOMELITE
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We are a small mom-and-pop shop that works hands-on to craft tables, mantels, and countertops. We feel so very fortunate to reclaim old wood from the fading American landscape and to create wonderful pieces that can last generations. It is indeed a blessing. We work together with exceptionally talented blacksmiths who add true, hand-hammered ironwork to some already fantastic, well-crafted reclaimed wood pieces.
Farm Tables
Our artistry comes alive when we create farm tables, harvest tables, trestle tables, and even industrial base tables. This old reclaimed wood lends itself wonderfully to truly touchable beauty. With our tables, you just can’t help but touch 'em and run your hand across 'em.
Wood Countertops
As a returning trend, wood countertops are great. With flowing edges, unique colors, and interesting textures, our reclaimed wood countertops are even better than modern solid wood countertops.
Fireplace Mantels
These beam mantels are the real thing – many with ax marks from American settlers in the 1800s. There’s no “distressing” in our shop; it’s all original. We sand and finish to make each beam a thing of beauty. Our blacksmith partners can add a wonderful variety of accents to each piece.
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