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Serious question, salvaged barn wood or new lumber for a deck rebuild?
I'm fixing up my deck and found a stack of barn wood from a neighbor's tear-down. It looks rough but has that cool aged vibe, and it's free. The catch is, each piece needs cleaning, sanding, and might have hidden rot. Buying new pine boards is easier, with no surprises, but it costs more and I feel guilty about the trees cut down. I read that reusing stuff helps the environment, but man, the work seems endless. My buddy says new wood lasts longer, but I hate adding to landfill waste. What's your take? Have you picked one over the other and regretted it?
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sage1966mo ago
Salvaged wood's character beats new lumber, but only if you're ready for the work.
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henry_morgan6mo ago
That 'character' usually means hidden nails.
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lucas_moore6mo ago
Did I ever mention the nail that nearly took my eye out?
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