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.
Reclaimed Engineered Industrial White Oak Flooring-Clean Face
Key Features
- Species: Reclaimed White Oak
- Milled: Clean Face
- Dimensions: 5/8″ Engineered
- 4.8” 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 White Oak
- Milled: Clean Face
- Dimensions: 5/8″ Engineered
- 4.8” 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 preserving the future begins with honoring and reclaiming the past. That’s why we proudly source and restore premier antique oak from historic factories and warehouses. Known for its strength and longevity, oak has stood the test of time—and when transformed into reclaimed wood flooring and wallboards, it brings both durability and unmatched character into today’s spaces.
Each plank in our Industrial Oak line carries a story. Reclaimed from antique tire factories and old warehouses, these boards reflect a living history. Far more than flooring, this collection captures the essence of vintage oak, preserving the raw authenticity and industrial legacy of America’s past while giving new life to wood that has already endured for generations.
Characteristics and Options
Aesthetics with Character
Industrial Oak engineered flooring showcases a carefully blended palette of tans, light browns, and rich medium to dark browns. Every board features marks of history—knot holes, saw marks, nail holes, and worn textures—that create the kind of authenticity only found in antique wood floors.
Width and Length
With a standard width of 4 3/4″ and plank lengths ranging from 2′ to 6′, these reclaimed wood floors strike a perfect balance between consistency and natural variation, well-suited for both intimate rooms and expansive projects.
Convenient Packaging
Packaged in 20-square-foot boxes, our vintage wood flooring is ready for shipping without delay. With nearly unlimited stock available, your project can transform faster than you imagine.
Industrial Legacy
A Century of History
The reclaimed oak in this collection spans more than a hundred years of American industry. Born from factories and warehouses that powered the nation, this antique wood flooring represents endurance, craftsmanship, and innovation.
Hardwood Origins
These boards once served as the backbone of early 20th-century distribution centers. Now revitalized, they are reborn as reclaimed wood flooring, connecting history to modern design.
Reclamation Project: Repurposing the Past
Saving Forests, Preserving Energy
Our reclamation initiative, launched in 2020, focuses on salvaging antique oak planks rather than harvesting new timber. By reclaiming this vintage wood flooring, we protect an estimated 1,200 to 1,500 acres of forestland from deforestation, conserving energy and resources at scale.
Sustainable Transformation
Every reclaimed plank represents a win for sustainability. By repurposing existing oak, we reduce the demand for new raw materials and minimize environmental impact, extending the lifespan of wood already rich with history.
Industrial Oak engineered flooring is more than just flooring—it is a statement of sustainability, craftsmanship, and timeless design. With every installation, you’re bringing antique wood’s story into the present and paving a better way forward with reclaimed and vintage wood floors.
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).

