Authentic Character is a Product of Mother Nature and Manmade Craftmanship. No two planks are alike. A unique character is developed over years of weathering and seasonal changes, combined with authentic textures left behind by early settlers' craftsmanship, including nail holes, saw kerf marks, and hand-hewn surfaces that whisper stories of pioneer craftsmanship and frontier ambition.
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Reclaimed Engineered Industrial Oak Flooring-Distressed
Key Features
- Species: Reclaimed Red and White Oak Blend
- Milled: Wire Distressed (hit & skip planed)
- Dimensions: 5/8" Engineered with 4mm wear layer
- 4 3/4” widths, 1′- 6.5′ random lengths
- Baltic Birch Backing
- End-matched
- Tongue & Groove
- Back Relief
- Unfinished or Factory Finished-UV Matte
- Reclaimed flooring is a limited resource that is subject to price change.
- High-volume orders are eligible for price reduction.
- All unfinished reclaimed flooring purchases are eligible for 10% off any of Eco Building Products' non-toxic, high-performance floor finishes and stains.
- No two reclaimed boards are alike. Samples are strongly encouraged.
- Freight costs aren't accurately calculated on our website, but entering your square footage will give a ballpark estimate.
Dimensionally more stable than newly harvested wood. Reclaimed hardwood flooring often has superior dimensional stability compared to newly harvested wood, as the aging process has already released much of the wood's internal stress. This makes vintage hardwood floors less prone to warping, cupping, and other moisture-related issues that can affect newer flooring materials.
Very Dense and Durable. Most of our reclaimed floors are milled from old-growth trees that have tight grain, more dense and durable than new modern wood floors.
Reduces Deforestation and Preserves Forests. Reclaimed wood flooring repurposes timber from old buildings, barns, and factories, eliminating the need to harvest new trees.
Diverts Waste from Landfills. When reclaimed wood is used for flooring, a significant amount of usable lumber is kept out of landfills, diverting demolition waste and extending the useful life of existing materials.
Meets Green Building Standards and Qualifies for LEED Credits, Etc. Sustainable reclaimed flooring qualifies for LEED credits and supports green building initiatives while preserving cultural heritage.
Honors American History and Heritage. Installing antique wood flooring is more than a renovation decision; it's a conscious choice to honor our cultural heritage and American history as well as those who built industry and handcrafted homes during times of prosperity and adversity.
- Species: Reclaimed Red and White Oak Blend
- Milled: Wire Distressed (hit & skip planed)
- Dimensions: 5/8" Engineered with 4mm wear layer
- 4 3/4” widths, 1′- 6.5′ random lengths
- Baltic Birch Backing
- End-matched
- Tongue & Groove
- Back Relief
- Unfinished or Factory Finished-UV Matte
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Stair Parts:
- Pre-finished standard tread: (1"x 12"x 42")tread: $265/each
- Pre-finished standard risers: (3/4"x 7 1/2"c 42") $175/each
- Pre-finished standard nosing: (1"x ~4"x 42"): $19/linear foot
Transforming Heritage: The Story of Industrial Oak Engineered Flooring
We believe that the best way to preserve the future is to reclaim the past. That is why our Industrial Oak engineered flooring is crafted from antique oak salvaged from America’s early 20th-century factories and warehouses. Oak has long been prized for its strength, longevity, and timeless beauty, making it the perfect choice for reclaimed wood floors and wallboards that tell a story while standing the test of time.
Each plank in our Industrial Oak line carries a unique heritage. This vintage oak was once part of the flooring and structure in historic tire factories and distribution centers. By transforming it into antique wood flooring, we preserve both its authenticity and its rich industrial legacy. These vintage wood floors aren’t just sustainable—they are living history beneath your feet.
Characteristics and Options
Aesthetics with Character
Our Industrial Oak features a mix of American oak, offering a natural spectrum of tans, light browns, medium shades, and deep chocolate tones. Distinctive markings—such as knot holes, nail holes, saw marks, and timeworn wear—add character that simply cannot be replicated in newly milled lumber. Every reclaimed board becomes one-of-a-kind antique wood floors for your project.
Width and Length
Boards feature a consistent width of 4 ¾″ and lengths ranging between 2′ and 6′, making them suitable for both large, open spaces and smaller, detailed layouts.
Convenient Packaging
Packaged in 20-square-foot bundles, our reclaimed wood flooring is ready for fast, easy delivery. With a nearly unlimited stock, these floors are accessible for projects of all sizes.
Industrial Legacy
A Century of History
This reclaimed oak embodies more than 100 years of American craftsmanship and resilience. Antique wood flooring handcrafted from these beams and planks carries the character of generations of work, labor, and innovation.
Hardwood Origins
The reclaimed boards originally served in distribution centers and warehouses across America. Decades of use have imbued the oak with texture and richness, giving our vintage wood flooring an authenticity that only history can create.
Reclamation Project: Repurposing The Past For a Better Future
Saving Forests, Preserving Energy
When we reclaim antique oak instead of cutting new trees, the environmental benefits are remarkable. Since 2020, our reclamation efforts have preserved an estimated 1,200 to 1,500 acres of forestland, curbing deforestation while conserving energy and resources.
Sustainable Transformation
Choosing reclaimed wood floors means more than creating a beautiful home—it means repurposing the past in the most sustainable way possible. Reclaimed wood requires far less processing than harvesting new lumber, reducing energy consumption and ensuring your project leaves a lighter footprint.
More Than Flooring
Industrial Oak engineered flooring is more than a surface; it is a connection to history, sustainability, and artisanal craftsmanship. Whether you choose reclaimed wood flooring for its eco-conscious benefits or antique oak for its undeniable beauty, you are investing in a story-filled floor that will continue to inspire for generations to come.
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Technical Support
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Step-by-step guide for installing reclaimed tongue and groove, end-matched, random-width, and random-length hardwood flooring. This method ensures a durable, attractive finish and works with solid or engineered reclaimed wood.
Preparation
- Acclimate reclaimed wood planks in the installation room for 5–7 days to prevent excessive movement after installation. Inspect and clean planks, remove debris, and organize by width and length for efficient layout.
- Prepare the subfloor by thoroughly cleaning and ensuring it's level and dry. Hammer down any protruding nails or screws.
- Snap a straight chalk line parallel to the starting wall; allow a gap (typically ½ inch) for expansion along all walls and vertical obstacles.
Layout Planning
- For random-width planks, mix widths for a natural look; avoid placing same-width boards next to each other.
- For random-length planks, stagger the end joints by at least six inches between adjacent rows, avoiding stair-step or "lighting bolt" patterns.
- Lay out several rows "dry" first to pre-fit widths, lengths, and colors for the best visual arrangement.
Installation Steps
- Start with the groove side of the first board against the wall, tongue facing out. Leave expansion spacers between board and wall.
- Apply a bead of flooring adhesive to the back of each board, keeping it away from the edges to avoid squeeze-out into joints.
- For planks with tongue and groove and end-matched joints, blind-nail through the tongue every 8–10 inches using a flooring nail gun at a 45° angle. On wide planks or end-matched boards, nail or staple within 1–3 inches of each end and then every 6–8 inches thereafter.
- Use a rubber mallet and tapping block to snugly fit the tongue and groove joints. For end-matched boards, at row ends, cut planks so end joints are staggered and the cut end fits the tongue/groove connection.
- Fell each row according to your planned random mix of widths and lengths, continuing until the floor is finished.
- For final rows (where the nail gun will not fit), either face-nail near the wall or glue the last boards in place. Predrill all face-nail holes to avoid splitting.
Finishing Touches
- Set all nails slightly below the wood surface so they don’t show after sanding.
- Fill nail holes with matching wood putty.
- Remove spacers, then install baseboards or quarter-round molding to cover expansion gaps around the perimeter.
- Sweep/vacuum and check for gaps; apply touch-up stain as needed.
Best Practices
- Place favorite boards in visible spots for optimal aesthetics.
- Alternate widths and avoid repeated patterns for a truly random layout.
- Randomize lengths for a stable, visually pleasing floor, but maintain recommended joint staggering (minimum six inches).
