Great ideas to incorporate reclaimed decor into a home

Using reclaimed materials doesn't mean going totally rustic in a home, there are many ways to incorporate reclaimed elements into a contemporary, modern or traditional home that add a unique touch. And when you consider that many of these options are inexpensive - and free if your source yourself - using reclaimed materials makes a lot of sense.

 

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Silver Birch has a wonderful colour and texture that can be used in so many ways for home decor, but I love the idea of using a long, straight limb of Silver Birch to make a unique handrail or a staircase.

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The perfect finishing touch for a rustic, cottage or country kitchen... a kitchen island made using relcaimed timber posts and beams.

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Put your DIY skills to use and make your own dining room chairs using sturdy branches. The chair back and seats are made using hand woven panels.

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Look for new ways to use old furniture. An old display cabinet comes in handy for shoe storage and keeps everything neat and tidy. If you don't want to keep as is, there are plenty of tips on Home-Dzine to sand and seal, or paint to fit old furniture into a modern home.

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And don't just shop secondhand stores, online and commercial auctions can offer up furniture that can be modified or simply restored for industrial style decor.

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Reclaimed wood doesn't have to be confined to a cottage-style home. Today you can combine reclaimed wood in designs that are modern simply by pairing reclaimed wood with smooth, gloss finishes.

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Bedrooms, just like any other room in a home, can benefit from a reclaimed wood plank or two. Whether you choose to add a reclaimed wood panel wall, a headboard, or make an entire bed, using reclaimed wood means you can do it for little or no cost.

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