Reclaimed vs. Antique Wood
You may have noticed in our green literature that we refer to our products as "Antique Reclaimed", as opposed to using the words "antique" or "reclaimed" separately. While many of us think the terms can be used interchangeably, there is actually a distinct difference between the two.
Dictionary.com defines each word as:
Antique - any work of art, piece of furniture, decorative object, or the like, created or produced in a former period, or, according to U.S. customs laws, 100 years before date of purchase.
Reclaimed - Something brought into or returned to a suitable condition for use, as cultivation or habitation.
Just because something is reclaimed does not mean that it is antique. Think of a 20 year old basketball court: someone could salvage those boards and sell them as reclaimed but they are not considered antique. This 20 year old floor could be FSC certified as "Post-Consumer Reclaimed" but it does not have nearly the charm of our Antique Reclaimed floors.
If you are shopping other "reclaimed" products, make sure to ask if they are also Antique - as it will add patina and allure to your home.
Author's Name: Lindsay Barczuk
Posted Date: April 3, 2008 at 3:44 PM
Filed under: Wood Grains & Styles
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