"The Original" New Old House
Designing with Reclaimed Materials
Written By Ed Knapp, President of Vintage Beams & Timbers, Inc.
Book © September 2002

 
The original book on the creative use of recycled wood using old, antique or vintage beams and timbers in new  home / house architecture and construction by Ed Knapp. Reclaimed timbers and wood can be used for accents, archways, beams, cabinets, ceilings, columns, cornices, doors, doorways, floors, mantles, paneling, railing, stairs, trusses, etc. For New Old House Book Reviews Click Here or for Main Page Click Here!

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Table Of Contents

1) Introduction

2) The Legacy of Reclaimed Materials

  • Reclaiming Construction Materials
  • Designing with Reclaimed Materials

3) The Hidden Beauty of Reclaimed Materials

  • A Desire to Live with Historical Craftmanship
  • The Effects of Moisture
  • Design Considerations
  • Refinement and Color
  • Frequently Asked Questions

4) Practical Considerations

  • Finding Reputable Sources of Reclaimed Materials
  • Design and Supply
  • The Language of the Business
  • The Wisdom of the Ages

5) The Extended Life of Antique Structures

6) The Mystery and Soul of Recalimed Materials

7) Innovative and Artistic Architecture

8) The Elegant Side of Rustic

9) Commercial Applications

10) Resouces

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