Find out why antique flooring is the perfect choice for any new home or remodel! Durable, eco-friendly, and timeless, it enhances any design...
Antique Heart Pine is reclaimed from old buildings, re-milled for beams, flooring, and more. It's 100% FSC Certified Recycled and qualifies...
Reclaimed heart cypress, known as "the wood eternal," is highly sought after for its stability, originating from ancient virgin cypress...
Looking for reclaimed pine floors for your project? We’ve got you covered. This Key West Private Residence and Guest House has great style...
Antique Heart Pine Beams, a specialty of Albany Woodworks, are reclaimed from century-old buildings. With 40 years of experience, we offer...
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...
Another gorgeous Key West, Florida antique cypress remodel by Albany Woodworks – The Commodore Waterfront Restaurant....
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...
Enhance your hunting lodge with durable, historic antique heart pine flooring and custom woodwork from Albany Woodworks—crafted for timeless...
This $5.6 million Bahama Estate proves that cypress is no longer a wood of the past but a luxurious product that can create an awe-inspiring...
Our hand-selected real wood beams go through an incredible journey to ensure quality before they reach your home....
Cypress Adirondack Chairs were the first item from Albany Woodworks’ catalog! Its clean lines and natural weather-proof Antique Cypress...
Albany Woodworks was the top choice for restoring Key West’s iconic “007 License to Kill” Lighthouse with antique heart pine and cypress....
Reclaimed wood, like antique heart pine and cypress, adds character, charm, and eco-friendly appeal to high-end homes, becoming a beloved...
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....
Albany Woodworks supplied reclaimed antique heart pine beams for the historic renovation of the LaPointe-Krebs House in Pascagoula, MS....
After recreating a 20-year-old photo of Richard Woods, it's clear it's not just our Antique Lumber that ages well. The original appeared in...
Antique Heart Pine Beam donated for historic reconstruction of World War II Museum Higgins Boat in New Orleans....
Sinker Cypress is reclaimed virgin growth cypress that were lost during the frenzy of logging that lasted from the late 1800′ s until the...
Opened in 1906 by Cypress King Frank B. Williams, this record-breaking mill produced 85% of Louisiana's Cypress, milling an unmatched 75,000...
Thank you, viewers! Because of you, we unlock Louisiana's past, sharing family memories from pivotal events and the beauty of our state's...
Dade County Pine, a durable subspecies of Southern Yellow Pine, is prized for its strength and resistance to decay, once commonly used in...
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, a family-owned business for 37 years, is the top source for quality Antique Heart Pine and Cypress. Discover our...
We recently sat down with sustainable building expert Richard Woods, CEO of Albany Woodworks, to see what inspired him to build a green home...
Choosing the right wood flooring is an important step in any project. Many people ask why choose heart pine for my flooring?...
Moon Bridge projects launched Albany Woodworks! Built with Antique Heart Cypress for durability, the first Moon Bridge was installed in 1988...
Jefferson Davis' House, built in 1848, restored with Antique Heart Pine after Hurricane Katrina’s damage. Preserving history with Albany...
Looking for a dramatic change from dark green carpet, a Tennessee Mountain cabin owner contacted Albany Woodworks for Antique Heart Pine...
Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin East was restored with Louisiana Antique Heart Cypress from Albany Woodworks, showcasing Wright’s use of...
A customer shared behind-the-scenes photos of their heart pine stairway and reclaimed pine floors being installed in their New Jersey home....
Not sure where to start with wood flooring? Here are 10 key questions to guide your project!...
Two hundred years ago, towering trees were cut for industrial buildings. Now, these 150-year-old structures are being demolished, revealing...
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 was featured in Fabulous Floors' Fall 2015 issue, highlighting CEO Richard Woods' passion for reclaiming antique wood for...
Wide plank flooring is a popular choice for modern homes. Albany Woodworks specializes in Antique Heart Pine Wide Plank Chateau Collection,...
A glimpse into a New Orleans commercial project where Albany Woodworks provided antique heart pine beams and ceilings. Photographer Chad...
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In 1978, Richard and Judith Woods reclaimed lumber from an 1800s barn in Ponchatoula, Louisiana, sparking Albany Woodworks' journey of...
Looking for reclaimed pine floors for your project? We’ve got you covered. This Key West Private Residence and Guest House has great style...
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...
Heritage Box Beams—lightweight, authentic reclaimed wood beams that add timeless charm, easy installation, and custom elegance to any space....
This 5,000 sq ft Nashville home has it all: gorgeous views, country french inspired architecture, exposed beams, and reclaimed pine...
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....
Find out how reclaimed heart pine is a cost effective, long lasting choice for a new home or home remodel....
Uncovering 19-inch heart pine planks from a historic Louisville warehouse, to reveal the rich history behind Kentucky’s early beginnings....
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,...
Looking to remodel? Our Silvan Collection adds charm, versatility, and unique grain patterns, knots, and surface checking for any renovation...
Richard Woods, CEO of Albany Woodworks, learned of the rich history behind our Antique Heart Pine and Cypress products, rooted in the...
The 1881 US Custom House, now home to the Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium, underwent a stunning interior renovation in 2011...
Ever wondered what’s in the 'American Pickers' store? We visited the Nashville location and uncovered some of the historic pieces on...
From a 1994 Louisiana Life article: “Richard Woods holds a ‘pecky’ cypress board, prized for its unique holes from a fungus resistant to...
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...
From the 1992 Ponchatoula Times: “Albany Woodworks President Richard Woods stands beside the company’s huge re-saw blade, central to their...
If you suffer from seasonal allergies, improving air quality with filtration, ventilation, and wood floors—which trap less dust than...
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...
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...
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....
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...
A centuries-old Bald Cypress cross-section at Albany Woodworks drew historical interest in 2014, inspired by a similar artifact from 1404...
The historic South Side School in Fort Lauderdale has been transformed into a cultural center, celebrating its long-awaited revival after 14...
Discover Albany Woodworks' new affordable Engineered Flooring, blending innovation with reclaimed roots for quality and versatility in...
Deciding between engineered wood and laminate flooring? Discover which option offers lasting beauty and quality, making it a wise investment...
A home remodel can seem like a big job, especially after something tragic like a flood. However, it can also highlight why choosing quality...
Albany Woodworks brings 37 years of expertise to the New Orleans Homebuyer Fair, focusing on historic renovations and sustainable building...
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...
The pirogue, a cypress flat-bottomed boat, inspired Higgins’ D-Day landing crafts, designed to navigate Louisiana swamps and shallow waters....
Richard Woods of Albany Woodworks embraces sustainability by reusing wood byproducts and plans to power the mill with alternative energy,...
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...
Step inside Albany Woodworks’ President’s home, filled with reclaimed treasures—heart pine beams, recycled windows, and doors, all rich in...
Explores how incorporating reclaimed log timbers brings warmth, character, and a touch of history to contemporary living spaces....
Looking for a unique way to add beauty and warmth to a home? Consider reclaimed sinker cypress....
Submitted by Albany Woodworks Facebook viewer Donald Thibodaux, original 1930s-40s Southern Cypress Manufacturers’ Association ads showcased...
Changing trends? Focus on an accent to update your space. Albany Woodworks offers timeless wood accents to complete the look and add...
Watercolors Nassau, Bahamas – Albany Woodworks’ 1,000-year-old Louisiana Sinker Cypress used in stairs, railing, flooring, and paneling for...
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...
The Brevard House, built in 1850, blends Greek Revival and Italianate styles. Known as the Anne Rice mansion, it stands out with columns,...
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...
Reclaimed beams are a must for interior decor! Eco-friendly and full of character, they fit any style—stained, painted, or fresh sawn....
