Category: Reclaimed Barnwood Furniture

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3 Reasons to Incorporate Reclaimed Barnwood Chairs into Your Home

Seating is one of the most important aspects of your house – it what makes others feel welcomed and comfortable in your home.

Here at Old Barn Star we handcraft stylish chairs from reclaimed barnwood and customize them to fit your needs. With a variety of styles ranging from rustic to modern, our furniture will fit the aesthetic of any home.

Read on to discover why reclaimed wood chairs would be the perfect addition to your home.

Reclaimed barnwood chairs

  1. Rustic Flair: Reclaimed oak chairs and stools can completely transform the look and feel of your kitchen. Mixing and matching paint colors helps brighten the room and provide a focal point for your guests.

Reclaimed barnwood chairs

  1. A Touch of History: When crafting our barnwood furniture we use wood that’s over 100 years old, absolutely NO new wood is used. This gives your custom reclaimed wood chairs an interesting and unique history. Old nail holds, cracks and natural imperfections may remain, telling the story of materials that stood the test of time, literally!

Reclaimed barnwood chairs

  1. Truly One-of-a-Kind: We build our chairs to fit your unique requests. You can customize your furniture however you see fit, allowing you to obtain reclaimed wood pieces that can’t be found anywhere else. Let your personality shine through and we’ll craft a piece that is distinctly you.

Feeling inspired? Contact us today to start designing your custom reclaimed wood chairs.

Have you incorporated reclaimed wood furniture into your home? Send us a photo on Twitter @oldbarnstar!

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Barnwood Trends for Your Home in 2016

Many see the New Year as a clean slate; making resolutions to better themselves throughout the year. Here at Old Barn Star our only resolution is to continue bringing our customers the highest quality handmade reclaimed wood furniture. You can start the year off right by incorporating these barnwood trends into your home.

Go Beyond Frames With Unique Artwork

Barnwood Signs 

 No matter your style or personal taste, there’s a way to work barnwood signs into your home. Painted wood signs are perfect for those who enjoy the classic look of vintage hand painted storefronts. You can easily adorn your walls with your favorite quote or image. Those who desire a more rustic aesthetic will prefer wood burned images and phrases. To create truly one-of-a-kind designs, assorted pieces of barnwood can be assembled together.

Barnwood sign

 

Add a New Focal Point to Any Room

Barnwood Accent Wall

Adding a reclaimed barnwood accent wall to your bedroom, living room or bathroom is a great way to add texture to your home. The floor to ceiling barnwood creates an instant focal point, immediately drawing the eye of your guests. Utilizing a variety of paint stains and finishes can add color and contrast, while old weathered planks provide a rustic feel. Accent walls also serve as the perfect place to display artwork or install unique lighting fixtures.

 

Put Your Green Thumb to Good Use

Barnwood Vertical Garden

 

For those who don’t mind getting their hands dirty vertical gardens displayed in reclaimed wood frames can bring a touch of charm to any room. This living wall art works best with succulents, allowing you incorporate splashes of color to your home. Succulents are easy to care for and typically only need to be watered once a week, making this a fairly easy to maintain installation. Vertical gardens can also be installed outdoors, the perfect decoration for the summer months and hosting gatherings.

We hope these ideas inspire you to give your home a new look this year. Interested in incorporating barnwood furniture in your home? Feel free to contact us to begin designing your custom pieces.

What barnwood design trends are you excited about this year? Tell us here in the comments, on Facebook, or on Twitter!

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Barnwood Decorating Ideas: How To Customize A Bookcase

Before we had televisions, the fireplace and bookcase were the focal points of the room.

Create your own stunning display with a rustic and inviting bookcase for your living space with one of our popular barnwood bookcases. Whether your style is rustic, classic or, modern, here’s how to turn an average bookcase into an eye-catching centerpiece.

Reclaimed barnwood bookcases

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Enhancing Your Kitchen Space with a Barnwood Kitchen Island

Are you looking for a kitchen makeover and not sure where to begin? Start in the middle!

By that we mean starting right at your kitchen island; one of the most popular additions that homeowners buy for their house. This specific piece of kitchen furniture can have an identity of its own by choosing colors, textures and materials that are complementary for your dining space without the hassle of major renovations.

A kitchen island can serve a dual purpose. At the very least they add additional counter and storage space for your kitchen. You can use an island as a central center for cooking, cleaning, and food-prep and can have multiple hands “on deck” thanks to its convenient location. With a certain design, kitchen islands can even hold small appliances, such as a sink, microwave, or a stand up mixer.

Overall most people will say that adding an island offers the most “bang for your buck” compared to any other kitchen upgrade.

Kitchen Island

Here are three tips to keep in mind when designing your kitchen island.

Tips for Designing a Kitchen Island

1. ‘X’ marks the spot:

Too often kitchen islands are squeezed into a small space that has very little wiggle room. Be sure to think about how people will use the space once it’s built. However, too much space can be a problem, as well. You don’t want to be walking 5 feet between the kitchen counter and the island, especially when you’re moving from prepping food to stove. Finding the right size and positioning of kitchen furniture needs to be very precise.

2. Plan with a purpose:

When designing a kitchen island think about it’s purpose and how you will use it. For example, do you need extra storage space? Are you looking to add your own personality without a big renovation? Our design team will take all of that into consideration when building the structure.

3. From prepping to dining:

Kitchen islands are great for easy dining at breakfast or even a homework space. If your kitchen island will serve the purpose of a seating area, make sure you have enough knee clearance and elbow room once stools are added.

Kitchen Island Style Settings

Now that you know what to consider when designing a kitchen island, it’s time to think about the style you want. Are you looking for a rustic barnwood look? Or maybe you want something two-toned and classic. When dealing with barnwood furniture you can design your kitchen island to achieve the look you desire. With the right shape and style, islands can become a nice focal point to your kitchen space.

Here are our three most popular styles:

Rustic and Distressed: Did you know the first kitchen island in America dates back to the Colonial Era? Pay homage to that era with a rustic island. The distressed look adds a unique finishing to any room, while still managing to be a gorgeous piece of barnwood furniture.

Kitchen Island

Two-Toned: When it comes to kitchen islands, if you’re looking for a fun and playful style consider a two-toned option. This means the top counter is a different color from the base. A two-toned style is perfect for anyone trying to add color and personality.

Two Toned Kitchen Island

All Natural: There is nothing more beautiful then the natural look of barnwood, especially reclaimed pine. So if you can’t decide on a kitchen island style, keep it classic and traditional. The barnwood will speak for itself as the ultimate statement piece in your kitchen.

Natural Kitchen Island

Here at Old Barn Star, we offer custom-made kitchen islands, so feel free to contact us if you’re just starting your search or if you’re having trouble finding what you’re looking for!

What would you use your kitchen island for? Tell us here in the comments, on Facebook, or on Twitter!

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Back-to-School 101: How to Create an Educational Atmosphere at Home

As that yellow school bus rolls past the house, it’s a sign that summer is officially over. After the fun-filled days of “not-a-care-in-the-world,” moving back into the routines of the school year isn’t always easy.

Preparing your children for success starts by creating an inspirational atmosphere so they are encouraged to study, learn, and imagine. From stocking up on school supplies to designating a work area, planning ahead makes sure back-to-school transitions a lot easier for both you and your children.

Here are 4 ways to create a school ready atmosphere with some key rustic furniture pieces:

Homework Station: A barnwood desk is the perfect addition to your home to create a stylish and rustic “homework central” for the entire family. Make sure you fill the desk drawers with lots of school supplies; such as pens, pencils, markers, scissors, etc., so that the area becomes a “go-to” spot for homework and projects.

Desk

Book Cubbie: Create your very own at home library by adding a bookcase to your family room or kitchen. Visible shelves keep all of your reading materials on display, maybe as a friendly reminder to your students in the house who are working through their reading lists. You can even designate each shelf to each family member so they can better commit to their reading goals for the year!

Bookcase

A bookcase can also serve a dual purpose for the family by holding important files within covered cabinets. Add two barnwood bookcases to one room for wall-to-wall of good reads.

Reading Nook: Think back to your school days, do you remember the designated reading chair? Consider incorporating one into your home. This reading chair will signify quiet time for your children to freely read a book of his or her choice, or maybe a relaxation spot for when your child is tucked away in bed.

Barnwood Chair

Family Dinner Spot: It’s important for parents to promote family time, whether it’s game night or family dinner. Taking time out of your day to reflect on your children’s school day is very beneficial for positive reinforcement. By having a central homework station at a desk with books stored within your bookcase, the dining table can be just that – for dining.

Family Dinner Table

Are you ready for back-to-school season? Tell us how you are making your home school-approved!

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Christmas in August? Why You Should Start Planning Now for Your Holiday Feast

During the holiday season, dining becomes the center of every celebration whether you’re with family or friends. And when we say dining, we mean feasting!

Many of our holiday traditions include gathering around the dining room table, so when it comes to transforming our everyday dining space into a feasting space, things can get a little complicated.

We know you’re probably having fun in the sun and want nothing to do with the holiday season, but we’re planning ahead this year to help create the picture perfect scene so when you’re ready to set up your holiday feast you can do it with ease and in style.

Barnwood Table

How to Pick a Barnwood Table for the Holidays

Your dining table will be the center of attention in a few months for your cookie swaps, Friendsgiving, family feasts and cocktail hours. Our barnwood tables are loved by Old Barn Star fans for creating a warm and cozy dining setting while still staying true to the classic and traditional styles we have always treasured.

To create your perfect, custom-made barnwood table in time for the holiday season, here are the top 3 factors to keep in mind:

1. Room size: First, measure the room where the barnwood table will go. You want to make sure the table will fit comfortably, without hitting any walls. In addition, choose a table width that allows everyone to pass plates around. You know everybody will be eager to eat all the delicious holiday trimmings, so you don’t want anything getting in the way.

2. Guest count: Next, take the guest count into consideration. On average how many people will be attending some of your holiday festivities? You want to make sure everyone has enough elbowroom when sitting down for a meal.

3. Table aesthetic: Lastly, you’ll need to decide on the shape of table that will work best for your home. A round table opens up conversation, whereas a rectangle table may seat more.

A custom-made barnwood table not what you’re looking for?

We always have a variety of tables already made and in stock. We suggest taking a look at our reclaimed barnwood tables listed on the “In-Stock Unfinished Furniture” and “In-Stock Finished Specials” pages of our website.

Contact us if you have any questions, we’d be glad to help!