Previous Projects

The raw material we use comes from the old pioneer barns that dot the Ontario landscape. Part of Ontario’s heritage is preserved in the distressing of these old boards. Continue reading →

All aspects of our table bases can be modified as we build from scratch. For example, on this barnwood trestle table project the customer opted for a horizontal rail rather than the typical vertical. Check out this project below: Continue reading →

For the colour of exterior barn boards; our barnboard greytone treatment is a good option. This adds in gray/browner tones to the thick, interior barn floor boards. Although not the natural colour of the wood, it may be a great option for your specific space. Check out this reclaimed wood trestle table project we finished with this option: Continue reading →

Our black stain treatment makes the wood consistently dark; while still maintaining the look of the barnwood distressing / old growth wood grain. Check out this trestle table project: Continue reading →

With a minimal sand out of the old patina, our tables will be very dark. This barnwood trestle table customer opted for this option: Continue reading →

The epoxy clearcoat we flood our reclaimed wood tops with makes the surface durable, waterproof and easy to clean. We bring the shine down to matte, satin or maintain high gloss. Check out this satin finish we used for a reclaimed wood trestle table: Continue reading →

Our tables can be made in any height. The most commons heights are standard table [30″], counter [36″] and bar height [42″]. The reclaimed wood trestle table we built was in counter height: Continue reading →

A bench on one side is a great way to maximize seating [especially with kids]. We stagger the posts so the bench will slide underneath the table top when not in use. Check out the barnwood trestle table project we did with a bench on one side: Continue reading →

The old barn floor [threshing floor] boards we use provide the unique character of our table tops. Check out this recent trestle table project made with 2″ threshing floor construction: Continue reading →

The character of our raw material is what provides the very rustic final look. The epoxy finish allows us to keep all this original distressing while being practical for every day use. Check out this rustic trestle table we made: Continue reading →