Looking for reclaimed pine floors for your project? We’ve got you covered. This Key West Private Residence and Guest House has great style...
Deciding between engineered wood and laminate flooring? Discover which option offers lasting beauty and quality, making it a wise investment...
Getting to know the details of your flooring project is a great way to insure the best results and a lifetime of enjoyment for your wood...
This week’s series explores the differences between engineered and solid wood flooring—both offer beauty and value, but one may be better...
So you have decided to include wood flooring for your home remodel or new construction. If you are the average new home owner, you are...
Too expensive, hard to maintain, shows dirt easily… these are just some myths about wood flooring. Here are the top 5 myths and the truth...
In the last blog, the benefits of engineered flooring and the best applications in a home for this type of product. Solid wood flooring is...
Discover Albany Woodworks' new affordable Engineered Flooring, blending innovation with reclaimed roots for quality and versatility in...
Not sure where to start with wood flooring? Here are 10 key questions to guide your project!...
Find out why antique flooring is the perfect choice for any new home or remodel! Durable, eco-friendly, and timeless, it enhances any design...
Reclaimed oak has quickly become the new must-have flooring choice of the year and we know why! It can offer a variety of looks for any home...
A home remodel can be overwhelming, but wood flooring is a safe investment. It adds value, appeals to buyers, and offers timeless style that...
Unfinished reclaimed wood flooring offers quality and customization beyond pre-finished options, making it a timeless and affordable choice....
Choosing the right wood flooring is an important step in any project. Many people ask why choose heart pine for my flooring?...
Looking for reclaimed pine floors for your project? We’ve got you covered. This Key West Private Residence and Guest House has great style...
A customer shared behind-the-scenes photos of their heart pine stairway and reclaimed pine floors being installed in their New Jersey home....
Choosing the right wood floors can transform your home. Our guide breaks down key factors, from trends to wood types, to help you make the...
Find out how reclaimed heart pine is a cost effective, long lasting choice for a new home or home remodel....
There are a lot of choices out there when it comes to a finish for your hardwood flooring....
Wide plank flooring is a popular choice for modern homes. Albany Woodworks specializes in Antique Heart Pine Wide Plank Chateau Collection,...
A customer shared step-by-step photos of transforming their Tennessee cabin’s flooring from drab to fab! They removed old carpet and...
Looking to remodel? Our Silvan Collection adds charm, versatility, and unique grain patterns, knots, and surface checking for any renovation...
Dirty top pine refers to wood with a rich color developed over 200 years, showcasing its original surface and unique patina that adds...
The Old Baton Rouge State Capitol, built as a castle in the 19th century, became a museum and event venue after restoration in the 1990s,...
From pets to installation, here are 10 key questions to consider before buying wood flooring for your home....
Five years later, the Tennessee Mountain cabin with Albany Woodworks’ heart pine flooring continues to impress! See how the flooring and...
Changing trends? Focus on an accent to update your space. Albany Woodworks offers timeless wood accents to complete the look and add...
In our last blog, we covered key terms for first-time flooring buyers. Now, we continue exploring important terms to ensure your buying...
Albany Woodworks supplied 10,000 sqft of Antique Heart Pine to restore the Old Senate Room floors in "The Old Gray Castle," captured in 1862...
Get your home holiday-ready with these simple tips to refresh your space and create a festive atmosphere for celebrating with friends and...
The Gamble House, built in 1908 by Greene & Greene for David Gamble, is considered one of the finest examples of architecture in California...
Looking to add a rustic, authentic touch to your home? This can seem overwhelming with all the choices for home decor out there. However,...
Enhance your hunting lodge with durable, historic antique heart pine flooring and custom woodwork from Albany Woodworks—crafted for timeless...
If you suffer from seasonal allergies, improving air quality with filtration, ventilation, and wood floors—which trap less dust than...
The Artisan Collection from Albany Woodworks offers versatile engineered pine flooring, perfect for a quick, stylish kitchen makeover....
This 5,000 sq ft Nashville home has it all: gorgeous views, country french inspired architecture, exposed beams, and reclaimed pine...
Antique Heart Pine is reclaimed from old buildings, re-milled for beams, flooring, and more. It's 100% FSC Certified Recycled and qualifies...
Looking for an easy home remodel? Here are five simple ways to refresh your space and add a touch of luxury without a major renovation....
Green building is essential. Choosing LEED-friendly materials boosts energy efficiency, creates a healthier space, and increases resale...
Learn how to size pine beams for your home! Discover tips on choosing heart pine beams for aesthetic and structural appeal. Get expert...
Short on space? Container gardening is perfect for beginners and urban dwellers, bringing fresh produce, relaxation, and beauty to any...
Sinker Cypress is reclaimed virgin growth cypress that were lost during the frenzy of logging that lasted from the late 1800′ s until the...
A common question that comes with hardwood floors is “How do I keep my wood floors clean and well maintained?”...
Our hand-selected real wood beams go through an incredible journey to ensure quality before they reach your home....
If you are in market for a new look for your home without having to redo your entire style, a wood accent wall may be the perfect answer....
The historic South Side School in Fort Lauderdale has been transformed into a cultural center, celebrating its long-awaited revival after 14...
We recently sat down with sustainable building expert Richard Woods, CEO of Albany Woodworks, to see what inspired him to build a green home...
Discover the best ways to use Bayou Boards™ on the grill! They make a great gift for grill lovers. Order now and elevate your grilling game....
A quick guide to designing and incorporating custom reclaimed wood stairs into your home addition or new construction project....
The vineyard owners prioritize sustainability, using natural pest control and incorporating reclaimed wood and local materials in their...
A recent trip to Nashville uncovered several historic buildings full of beautiful, virgin growth pine beams, pine and oak flooring and...
Historic renovations are always a challenge and this project was no different. However, project management overcame each obstacle and pushed...
Albany Woodworks was featured in Fabulous Floors' Fall 2015 issue, highlighting CEO Richard Woods' passion for reclaiming antique wood for...
At the bottom of rivers and lakes throughout the South lay a hidden treasure from a past era of industry, giant logs of sinker cypress....
Looking for a dramatic change from dark green carpet, a Tennessee Mountain cabin owner contacted Albany Woodworks for Antique Heart Pine...
Reclaimed wood, like antique heart pine and cypress, adds character, charm, and eco-friendly appeal to high-end homes, becoming a beloved...
Mike and Jennifer Bernard share 18 years of marriage and nearly 30 years of combined experience at Albany Woodworks, reflecting on their...
For those of us stuck in the remodel or new construction phase, lumber is becoming harder to find. Can antique wood be the answer for...
A trip to Greenwood, MS led Richard Woods to the heart of the blues. While searching for reclaimed pine beams for his flooring business, he...
Florida homes today often mean concrete and stucco, but traditional homes were once wood-framed, built with durable pine and cypress....
Choosing quality materials for your home remodel is always an important decision! But what if your home was a boat?!...
The 1881 US Custom House, now home to the Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium, underwent a stunning interior renovation in 2011...
"Custom" sounds daunting, but custom doors can be cost-effective and practical. In some cases, they’re the best solution over conventional...
The Brevard House, built in 1850, blends Greek Revival and Italianate styles. Known as the Anne Rice mansion, it stands out with columns,...
Reclaimed heart cypress, known as "the wood eternal," is highly sought after for its stability, originating from ancient virgin cypress...
From demolition site to a home remodel, find out how the salvage process happens in the reclaimed wood industry....
Explores how incorporating reclaimed log timbers brings warmth, character, and a touch of history to contemporary living spaces....
Whether remodeling or building new, it’s a big task. CEO Richard Woods knows firsthand—he and his wife purchased land in Albany to grow...
Two hundred years ago, towering trees were cut for industrial buildings. Now, these 150-year-old structures are being demolished, revealing...
Dade County Pine, a durable subspecies of Southern Yellow Pine, is prized for its strength and resistance to decay, once commonly used in...
The Biltmore Estate showcases masterful woodwork with intricate oak and walnut designs in its halls, paneled rooms, and floors, blending...
Ever wondered what’s in the 'American Pickers' store? We visited the Nashville location and uncovered some of the historic pieces on...
Thank you to our Albany News & Events Blog viewers! With 90 posts and 1,006+ page views, we're thrilled to have a global audience. Stay...
On January 1, 1980, Albany Woodworks was incorporated as a reclaimed lumber company. The first purchase? Hundreds of thousands of board feet...
Árpádhon: Founded by Hungarian farmers in the 1890s during Ellis Island immigration, it became Albany, LA’s cultural heart and historical...
Historic Atlanta mill transforms into a dream home. Reclaiming old buildings like mills and churches into homes is a growing trend, offering...
Bayou Boards™ featured in "Best of Barbecue" for their unique grilling flavor! Perfect gift for grillers! Try them with our Grilled Salmon...
Richard Woods discovered deep connections between Albany Woodworks' antique Heart Pine & Cypress and the area's rich lumber history, shaped...
Since 1976, Richard Woods has championed Louisiana Cypress, using reclaimed lumber to honor its rich history in trade, craftsmanship, and...
A centuries-old Bald Cypress cross-section at Albany Woodworks drew historical interest in 2014, inspired by a similar artifact from 1404...
Although we may no longer see these stories in the news, Richard and Judith Woods, owners of Albany Woodworks, understand that the recovery...
Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin East was restored with Louisiana Antique Heart Cypress from Albany Woodworks, showcasing Wright’s use of...
Antique Heart Pine Beam donated for historic reconstruction of World War II Museum Higgins Boat in New Orleans....
Albany Woodworks brings 37 years of expertise to the New Orleans Homebuyer Fair, focusing on historic renovations and sustainable building...
Summer is here!! We are taking a look at inspired porches from modern to traditional and ways to achieve your perfect summer style....
Planning a sustainable home? Geothermal heating can cut heating, cooling, and hot water costs by up to 70%. Learn more from a sustainability...
If you trace the roots of Albany Woodworks, you will find the mighty cypress tree that nurtured our young entrepreneurial lumber business....
Richard Woods of Albany Woodworks embraces sustainability by reusing wood byproducts and plans to power the mill with alternative energy,...
Albany Woodworks made its debut at the 1981 New Orleans Home and Garden Show, held at the historic Rivergate Convention Center on Canal...
What design do I want? Who do I hire? When do I start? There are so many decisions to make when it comes to home projects like remodels,...
Submitted by Albany Woodworks Facebook viewer Donald Thibodaux, original 1930s-40s Southern Cypress Manufacturers’ Association ads showcased...
Richard Woods, CEO of Albany Woodworks, learned of the rich history behind our Antique Heart Pine and Cypress products, rooted in the...
Thank you, viewers! Because of you, we unlock Louisiana's past, sharing family memories from pivotal events and the beauty of our state's...
No matter how much you love your current space, every customer we talk to has a wish-list of updates in mind. Embrace a current trend or...
Albany Woodworks supplied reclaimed antique heart pine beams for the historic renovation of the LaPointe-Krebs House in Pascagoula, MS....
Albany Woodworks’ appreciation for Southern Cypress History told through Author Mattoon’s “The Southern Cypress”....
From the 1992 Ponchatoula Times: “Albany Woodworks President Richard Woods stands beside the company’s huge re-saw blade, central to their...
Watercolors Nassau, Bahamas – Albany Woodworks’ 1,000-year-old Louisiana Sinker Cypress used in stairs, railing, flooring, and paneling for...
Cypress logs special properties provided early city planners with a unique use. Known as “the wood eternal”, cypress was the preferred...
From a 1994 Louisiana Life article: “Richard Woods holds a ‘pecky’ cypress board, prized for its unique holes from a fungus resistant to...
Step inside Albany Woodworks’ President’s home, filled with reclaimed treasures—heart pine beams, recycled windows, and doors, all rich in...
Every piece of reclaimed wood has a story to tell. We recently discovered the intriguing history of reclaimed wood beams pulled from the...
Uncovering 19-inch heart pine planks from a historic Louisville warehouse, to reveal the rich history behind Kentucky’s early beginnings....
