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...
A customer shared step-by-step photos of transforming their Tennessee cabin’s flooring from drab to fab! They removed old carpet and...
Looking for reclaimed pine floors for your project? We’ve got you covered. This Key West Private Residence and Guest House has great style...
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...
Find out why antique flooring is the perfect choice for any new home or remodel! Durable, eco-friendly, and timeless, it enhances any design...
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...
Five years later, the Tennessee Mountain cabin with Albany Woodworks’ heart pine flooring continues to impress! See how the flooring and...
Unfinished reclaimed wood flooring offers quality and customization beyond pre-finished options, making it a timeless and affordable choice....
A home remodel can be overwhelming, but wood flooring is a safe investment. It adds value, appeals to buyers, and offers timeless style that...
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...
A customer shared behind-the-scenes photos of their heart pine stairway and reclaimed pine floors being installed in their New Jersey home....
Wide plank flooring is a popular choice for modern homes. Albany Woodworks specializes in Antique Heart Pine Wide Plank Chateau Collection,...
Choosing the right wood flooring is an important step in any project. Many people ask why choose heart pine for my flooring?...
This week’s series explores the differences between engineered and solid wood flooring—both offer beauty and value, but one may be better...
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...
Not sure where to start with wood flooring? Here are 10 key questions to guide your project!...
Tucked in the Blue Ridge Mountains near Asheville, this rustic retreat offers gardens, chickens, a mountain spring, and an 1840s...
Find out how reclaimed heart pine is a cost effective, long lasting choice for a new home or home remodel....
Looking for reclaimed pine floors for your project? We’ve got you covered. This Key West Private Residence and Guest House has great style...
Looking for a dramatic change from dark green carpet, a Tennessee Mountain cabin owner contacted Albany Woodworks for Antique Heart Pine...
Antique Heart Pine is reclaimed from old buildings, re-milled for beams, flooring, and more. It's 100% FSC Certified Recycled and qualifies...
There are a lot of choices out there when it comes to a finish for your hardwood flooring....
Dirty top pine refers to wood with a rich color developed over 200 years, showcasing its original surface and unique patina that adds...
Discover Albany Woodworks' new affordable Engineered Flooring, blending innovation with reclaimed roots for quality and versatility in...
From pets to installation, here are 10 key questions to consider before buying wood flooring for your 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...
This 5,000 sq ft Nashville home has it all: gorgeous views, country french inspired architecture, exposed beams, and reclaimed pine...
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...
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,...
In our last blog, we covered key terms for first-time flooring buyers. Now, we continue exploring important terms to ensure your buying...
Looking to add a rustic, authentic touch to your home? This can seem overwhelming with all the choices for home decor out there. However,...
Changing trends? Focus on an accent to update your space. Albany Woodworks offers timeless wood accents to complete the look and add...
Looking to remodel? Our Silvan Collection adds charm, versatility, and unique grain patterns, knots, and surface checking for any renovation...
A recent trip to Nashville uncovered several historic buildings full of beautiful, virgin growth pine beams, pine and oak flooring and...
The historic South Side School in Fort Lauderdale has been transformed into a cultural center, celebrating its long-awaited revival after 14...
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...
Get your home holiday-ready with these simple tips to refresh your space and create a festive atmosphere for celebrating with friends and...
Our hand-selected real wood beams go through an incredible journey to ensure quality before they reach your home....
A quick guide to designing and incorporating custom reclaimed wood stairs into your home addition or new construction project....
The 1881 US Custom House, now home to the Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium, underwent a stunning interior renovation in 2011...
The Gamble House, built in 1908 by Greene & Greene for David Gamble, is considered one of the finest examples of architecture in California...
Choosing quality materials for your home remodel is always an important decision! But what if your home was a boat?!...
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....
Historic renovations are always a challenge and this project was no different. However, project management overcame each obstacle and pushed...
Enhance your hunting lodge with durable, historic antique heart pine flooring and custom woodwork from Albany Woodworks—crafted for timeless...
Albany Woodworks was featured in Fabulous Floors' Fall 2015 issue, highlighting CEO Richard Woods' passion for reclaiming antique wood for...
If you suffer from seasonal allergies, improving air quality with filtration, ventilation, and wood floors—which trap less dust than...
Cypress wood paneling is eco-friendly, durable, and rot-resistant, making it a perfect choice for stylish, long-lasting wall decor....
Reclaimed wood, like antique heart pine and cypress, adds character, charm, and eco-friendly appeal to high-end homes, becoming a beloved...
Sinker Cypress is reclaimed virgin growth cypress that were lost during the frenzy of logging that lasted from the late 1800′ s until the...
Learn how to size pine beams for your home! Discover tips on choosing heart pine beams for aesthetic and structural appeal. Get expert...
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....
The Brevard House, built in 1850, blends Greek Revival and Italianate styles. Known as the Anne Rice mansion, it stands out with columns,...
The vineyard owners prioritize sustainability, using natural pest control and incorporating reclaimed wood and local materials in their...
The Artisan Collection from Albany Woodworks offers versatile engineered pine flooring, perfect for a quick, stylish kitchen makeover....
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...
Ever wondered what’s in the 'American Pickers' store? We visited the Nashville location and uncovered some of the historic pieces on...
The pirogue, first crafted by Native Americans, was later refined by French explorers and settlers in Louisiana’s swamps and marshes....
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....
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...
A home remodel can seem like a big job, especially after something tragic like a flood. However, it can also highlight why choosing quality...
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...
Richard Woods discovered deep connections between Albany Woodworks' antique Heart Pine & Cypress and the area's rich lumber history, shaped...
Antique Heart Pine Beam donated for historic reconstruction of World War II Museum Higgins Boat in New Orleans....
Heritage Box Beams—lightweight, authentic reclaimed wood beams that add timeless charm, easy installation, and custom elegance to any space....
We recently sat down with sustainable building expert Richard Woods, CEO of Albany Woodworks, to see what inspired him to build a green home...
Reclaimed beams are a must for interior decor! Eco-friendly and full of character, they fit any style—stained, painted, or fresh sawn....
A common question that comes with hardwood floors is “How do I keep my wood floors clean and well maintained?”...
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,...
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...
Richard Woods, CEO of Albany Woodworks, learned of the rich history behind our Antique Heart Pine and Cypress products, rooted in the...
St. Augustine’s rich history includes incredible wooden structures like the Oldest Schoolhouse (1716) and the Gonzalez-Alvarez House, dating...
Albany Woodworks supplied reclaimed antique heart pine beams for the historic renovation of the LaPointe-Krebs House in Pascagoula, MS....
From a 1994 Louisiana Life article: “Richard Woods holds a ‘pecky’ cypress board, prized for its unique holes from a fungus resistant to...
From the 1992 Ponchatoula Times: “Albany Woodworks President Richard Woods stands beside the company’s huge re-saw blade, central to their...
Reclaimed heart cypress, known as "the wood eternal," is highly sought after for its stability, originating from ancient virgin cypress...
Watercolors Nassau, Bahamas – Albany Woodworks’ 1,000-year-old Louisiana Sinker Cypress used in stairs, railing, flooring, and paneling for...
Louisiana's bald cypress, the official state tree, is known for its rot resistance and historical role in American construction, now prized...
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....
Two hundred years ago, towering trees were cut for industrial buildings. Now, these 150-year-old structures are being demolished, revealing...
In 1800s Louisiana, Acadian men mastered woodworking, using Tidewater Cypress and Longleaf Pine. See 1810 examples at Vermilionville....
