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Angel Oak, John’s Island, South Carolina, 2014

The Angel Oak, estimated to be 1,500 years old, stands as the oldest tree east of the Rockies. Located in Charleston, it spans 28 feet in circumference.

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Antique Cypress Adirondack Chairs that are Built to Last

Cypress Adirondack Chairs were the first item from Albany Woodworks’ catalog! Its clean lines and natural weather-proof Antique Cypress construction make it a classic.

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Antique Flooring: Better with Age?

Find out why antique flooring is the perfect choice for any new home or remodel! Durable, eco-friendly, and timeless, it enhances any design style.

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Antique Heart Pine Beams are Albany Woodworks’ Specialty

Antique Heart Pine Beams, a specialty of Albany Woodworks, are reclaimed from century-old buildings. With 40 years of experience, we offer unique, high-quality beams.

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Are you asking the right questions for your project?

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 their family and business.

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Árpádhon Named Largest Hungarian Settlement, Albany, LA

Árpádhon: Founded by Hungarian farmers in the 1890s during Ellis Island immigration, it became Albany, LA’s cultural heart and historical namesake.

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Bald Cypress Trees Existed During The Megalodon Age

Just how long can bald cypress trees live? There are still some very ancient bald cypress trees still in existence.

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Bald Cypress: Building with Louisiana’s State Tree

Louisiana's bald cypress, the official state tree, is known for its rot resistance and historical role in American construction, now prized in reclaimed wood.

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Barnwood Oak: Best Engineered Flooring Applications

Looking for reclaimed pine floors for your project? We’ve got you covered. This Key West Private Residence and Guest House has great style and antique heart pine throughout …

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Surface Treatments

We take care to maintain the integrity of these fine old beams and their natural character.

Our old pine beams can be supplied with a variety of surface treatments from historically rustic to refined and sanded, allowing our beams to be a distinctive addition to any room in the house. We carry a large inventory of sizes and lengths so we may quickly meet your needs.


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