The pirogue, first crafted by Native Americans, was later refined by French explorers and settlers in Louisiana’s swamps and marshes....
Find out how reclaimed heart pine is a cost effective, long lasting choice for a new home or home remodel....
Choosing the right wood flooring is an important step in any project. Many people ask why choose heart pine for my flooring?...
Cypress wood paneling is eco-friendly, durable, and rot-resistant, making it a perfect choice for stylish, long-lasting wall decor....
Deciding between engineered wood and laminate flooring? Discover which option offers lasting beauty and quality, making it a wise investment...
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,...
The pirogue, a cypress flat-bottomed boat, inspired Higgins’ D-Day landing crafts, designed to navigate Louisiana swamps and shallow waters....
Looking for a unique way to add beauty and warmth to a home? Consider reclaimed sinker cypress....
Looking for a dramatic change from dark green carpet, a Tennessee Mountain cabin owner contacted Albany Woodworks for Antique Heart Pine...
Whether you are completing a home addition or a new home construction, adding custom stair parts to your project is a sure way to add that...
Florida homes today often mean concrete and stucco, but traditional homes were once wood-framed, built with durable pine and cypress....
Hammond, LA, named after Peter Hammond, a Swedish immigrant, reflects the Civil War-era South. He escaped British captivity, then founded...
From the 1992 Ponchatoula Times: “Albany Woodworks President Richard Woods stands beside the company’s huge re-saw blade, central to their...
There are a lot of choices out there when it comes to a finish for your hardwood flooring....
This is the story of the original axe men, and their self-taught logging practices that allowed survival in the harsh reality of 1700s...
Although we may no longer see these stories in the news, Richard and Judith Woods, owners of Albany Woodworks, understand that the recovery...
Heritage Box Beams—lightweight, authentic reclaimed wood beams that add timeless charm, easy installation, and custom elegance to any space....
A customer shared behind-the-scenes photos of their heart pine stairway and reclaimed pine floors being installed in their New Jersey home....
In 1980, our new backyard shop buzzed with activity as our craftsmen created handcrafted items like Adirondack chairs, starting our product...
Our Outdoor Summer Series continues with "Simply Traditional Style" for Southern-inspired porches. Must-haves: wood railings, cypress...
Looking to remodel? Our Silvan Collection adds charm, versatility, and unique grain patterns, knots, and surface checking for any renovation...
Albany Woodworks is rooted in homesteading, reclaimed lumber, and sustainability—values cherished by co-owners Richard and Judith Woods....
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...
Unfinished reclaimed wood flooring offers quality and customization beyond pre-finished options, making it a timeless and affordable choice....
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...
The Brevard House, built in 1850, blends Greek Revival and Italianate styles. Known as the Anne Rice mansion, it stands out with columns,...
Reclaimed wood offers uniqueness, sustainability, history, and durability, making it a perfect choice for renovations that add character and...
Since 1976, Richard Woods has championed Louisiana Cypress, using reclaimed lumber to honor its rich history in trade, craftsmanship, and...
Opened in 1906 by Cypress King Frank B. Williams, this record-breaking mill produced 85% of Louisiana's Cypress, milling an unmatched 75,000...
Our hand-selected real wood beams go through an incredible journey to ensure quality before they reach your home....
In 1800s Louisiana, Acadian men mastered woodworking, using Tidewater Cypress and Longleaf Pine. See 1810 examples at Vermilionville....
