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Recent Posts

Featured Project: Zen-inspired Country Retreat
Looking for a home design that is other-worldly, our customer chose a floor plan that inspires with far east influences and and a beautiful jewel hidden within.
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First New Orleans Home and Garden Show, 1981
Albany Woodworks made its debut at the 1981 New Orleans Home and Garden Show, held at the historic Rivergate Convention Center on Canal Street.
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Five Easy Home Remodel Ideas
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.
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Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin East Restored With Antique Lumber From Albany Woodworks – Spring Green, Wisconsin
Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin East was restored with Louisiana Antique Heart Cypress from Albany Woodworks, showcasing Wright’s use of Cypress in his iconic designs.
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From Flooded to Fabulous: A Remodel Done Right
A home remodel can seem like a big job, especially after something tragic like a flood. However, it can also highlight why choosing quality products can make a huge difference.
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From Our Home to Yours: First Hand Flood Recovery Advice
Although we may no longer see these stories in the news, Richard and Judith Woods, owners of Albany Woodworks, understand that the recovery from major flooding is a long one.
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Gardiner’s Island: A Legacy of History and Craftsmanship, Part 1
Gardiner’s Island, owned by the Gardiner family for over 400 years, is America’s oldest family estate, rich in history, craftsmanship, and natural beauty.
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Green Building 101: Choosing LEED-Friendly products.
Green building is essential. Choosing LEED-friendly materials boosts energy efficiency, creates a healthier space, and increases resale value.
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Heart Pine Restores Baton Rouge Capitol Building
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 and rebuilt.
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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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