Reclaimed Wood Dining Tables, Chairs and Furniture Sets
Style Your Dining Room With Farmhouse Charm Using Reclaimed Wood Furniture
Reclaimed wood dining furniture is a style to be treasured from its history to the aged beauty and the incredible ingenuity of its Amish craftsmanship.
Reclaimed Wood Dining Tables to Inspire
Reclaimed lumber is simply wood with a past life used for a new purpose, layering American history into your dining room table and accompanying chairs. Sources of the reclaimed material can include old barns, ships, crates, decommissioned buildings, schools, homes, railroads, pallets, and more. At Countryside Amish Furniture, we preserve the story of the hardwood (most commonly Red Oak and White Oak), leaving these circular cuts, scars, and distinctive markings to preserve the history of the wood. These marks and scars don’t detract from the beauty and artistic expression of an item, rather they are proof that it has value, that it was used, and that it was loved. The end result? A beautifully rustic reclaimed wood dining table and set of chairs that bring new depth to the space.
In this article, you’ll learn more about these unique materials, as well as see some of our favorite tables and dining sets made with reclaimed wood.
- The Barnwood Story - From the Forest to Your Rustic Table & Dining Set
- The Benefits of Reclaimed Wood for Your Rustic Dining Table & Chairs
- Examples of Reclaimed Wood Dining Room Tables & Furniture to Inspire
- Some of Our Favorite Reclaimed Wood Dining Sets for Rustic Touches
- Tips for Decorating With Rustic Reclaimed Wood Dining Room Furniture
- How to Clean and Protect Reclaimed Wood Dining Tables
- Reclaimed Furniture at Countryside Amish Furniture Online
The Barnwood Story - From the Forest to Your Rustic Table & Dining Set
It all started a century or two ago. Trees were cut down manually – with axes. Then from these timbers, the hefty beams and boards were cut.
It was a similar process for all the buildings on the homestead: houses, barns, and sheds or outbuildings. Everything was hand cut and structured using the tried and true mortise and tenon system. Many of the buildings stood for a century or more.
Today, with less farming and as these buildings continue to age, some are restored close to their original state and others are felled or disassembled piece by piece, so that as much as possible, the precious natural resource – the wood, can be reclaimed and transformed into a rustic dining table set.
After the structure is disassembled, the lumber is hauled to the lumber handling yard where it undergoes a cleaning and drying process. All the lumber is run under a metal detector twice where the nails are marked and removed, then stacked for drying. It is then kiln-dried to 7% moisture and also to exterminate all the insects as the lumber moves closer to being useable for handcrafted reclaimed barnwood furniture.
The barnwood process is an excellent green way to preserve the old and vintage and give the precious natural resource – wood – a second life as your reclaimed wood dining table.
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The Benefits of Reclaimed Wood for Your Rustic Dining Table & Chairs
Environmentally friendly:
Increasingly, homemakers are now becoming more environmentally conscious when buying products. When you use reclaimed lumber for your rustic dining table set, you decrease the demand for newly sourced lumber, which helps curb deforestation. If harvested responsibly, reclaimed wood is a renewable resource that reduces landfill waste as well as the use of environmental hazards to manufacture new products.
Unique, good looks:
Because it’s aged and weathered, reclaimed wood has a desirably unique look that’s hard to find in new materials. One of the top interior design trends that presents itself every year is the rustic theme. Reclaimed wood accommodates surprisingly diverse styles, from Modern Farmhouse to Rustic Elegance to Industrial. Reclaimed wood dining table sets will bring character to every home. You will often find that it comes with an embedded history and doesn't conform to a so-called 'perfect design', making it feel truly one-of-a-kind.
Reclaimed Wood Dining Table Sets
Enhanced strength:
Reclaimed wood dining room tables, chairs, and furniture are great investments in your home. Repurposed wood used in reclaimed wood furniture comes from a variety of sources, such as old barns, houses, and factories, most of which were built at least 50 if not 100 or more years ago. Therefore, reclaimed wood is up to 40 points harder on the Janka hardness scale than virgin wood because it often comes from old-growth trees instead of first-generation forests. This means it had several hundred years to grow before it was harvested, which has given it ample time to settle and become more durable.
Infused with history and personality:
Reclaimed wood dining tables stand out from the rest because it has character. Unlike brand new furniture that is made to look the exact same, no piece of reclaimed wood furniture ever looks exactly the same because the wood itself has a lot of personality and character. Reclaimed wood furniture sets have natural aged coloring, indentations, and various other imperfections of wear and tear that will create a unique and great visual individuality that will leave a lasting impression on your home's rustic interior design.
Pictured: Limestone Reclaimed Ladderback Chair
Examples of Reclaimed Wood Dining Room Tables & Furniture to Inspire
Whether you want to use reclaimed wood furniture in your living space with items such as rustic coffee tables and solid wood bookcases, or in your kitchen with items like our chunky wooden dining tables, you'll find something that's both unique and beautiful. We also have some beautiful reclaimed wood bedside tables and beds to help make your bedroom a beautiful rustic retreat.
Here are some of our favorite reclaimed dining tables, furniture pieces, and sets:
Pedestal Tables:
Trestle Tables:
Servers & Buffets:
Seating:
Some of Our Favorite Reclaimed Wood Dining Sets for Rustic Touches
Reclaimed Wood Dinning Table Sets
Blend the rustic nature of barn wood with the edge of black metal to create a look simultaneously classic and distinct. Every component of this reclaimed dining set—its trestle table, ladderback chairs, seating bench, and buffet—all pay homage to the wood with elevated joinery and maintaining its character. The buffet in particular is worth a second look, thanks to handsome features like its sliding barn doors and interior wine rack.
Key Features
- Reclaimed hardwood construction
- Timber beam & metal bases
- Multiple table sizes available
- Side or arm dining chair
- Optional chair seat upholstery
- Full extension dovetailed drawers
- Catalyzed conversion varnish
- Amish handmade in the USA
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The photos for this reclaimed wood dining set demonstrate how different stains and paints can bring out different elements of the lumber. Though the rustic table and accompanying pieces can be ordered however best fits your vision, it shows specialized paint on its frame that brings out its weathered nature, while the stain on the tops provides the wood with a more polished look.
Countryside Amish Furniture makes it easy to order this and other reclaimed wood dining sets with two different colors. Just make sure to order samples prior to finalizing your choice of paint or stain, as well as to specify how the colors are to be divided within each piece.
Key Features
- Reclaimed hardwood construction
- Multiple table sizes available
- Two or four center table leaves
- Side or arm chair
- Optional chair seat upholstery
- Adjustable shelves in buffet
- Catalyzed conversion varnish
- Amish handmade in the USA
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Depending on the paint and style you choose, it can underscore the reclaimed wood’s natural texture or add a smooth gleam on top. This next set shows the latter. In the photograph, the bases of the furniture provide a modernly opaque color that further underscores the cheerfulness of the turned legs. However, the tops are stained in a way to show off the reclaimed wood’s rustic charms.
Key Features
- Reclaimed hardwood construction
- Epoxy-filled knot & nail holes
- Solid top or expanding table
- Mortise & tenon joinery
- Plain glass buffet cabinets
- Dovetailed soft close drawers
- Wood, fabric or leather seats
- Catalyzed conversion varnish
- Amish handmade in the USA
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We’re big fans of this reclaimed wood dining table set for a number of reasons, from the industrial-themed flourish of writing on the table’s cast iron to the rustic hutch’s sliding doors. However, what truly makes this dining set a standout is its incorporation of tufted chairs which provide a dramatic contrast to the other pieces’ rougher wood and rigid black metal.
Our point? Not every piece within your dining set must use reclaimed wood, and that playing around with different textiles and style inspirations can lead to a truly unique aesthetic.
Key Features
- Solid hardwood construction
- Multiple table sizes available
- 2" thick planked table top
- Two leaves included with table
- Sliding barn doors on hutch
- Catalyzed conversion varnish
- Amish handmade in the USA
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“Reclaimed barnnwood” isn’t necessarily synonymous with “rugged.” In fact, it can be quite refined, as exhibited by this particular dining set. The star is no doubt the table, more specifically the dramatic shaping of the legs. While the base is reminiscent of French Country, the live-edge-inspired edges add a delicious rustic touch to the reclaimed wood table.
Key Features
- Reclaimed hardwood construction
- Epoxy-filled knot & nail holes
- 1 1/2" thick table with faux live edge
- Adjustable wooden buffet shelves
- Dovetailed soft close drawers
- Fabric or leather upholstery
- Catalyzed conversion varnish
- Amish handmade in the USA
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When we use the phrase “reclaimed wood dining set,” your imagination probably conjures something similar to how this set is photographed. Simple, classic, and beautiful, it let’s the wood’s innate rustic loveliness shine through without competition.
The Foxcroft Reclaimed Dining Table is 42” wide and comes in lengths 60” - 96”. Plus, you can add leaves if so desired. This rustic set also includes coordinating chairs, benches, giving you everything your dining room needs.
Key Features
- Reclaimed hardwood construction
- Multiple sizes available
- Optional table leaves
- Side or arm chair
- Lighting in buffet
- Optional chair seat upholstery
- Catalyzed conversion varnish
- Amish handmade in the USA
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Tips for Decorating With Rustic Reclaimed Wood Dining Room Furniture
Reclaimed wood furniture can be combined and paired with various other design elements. This makes it the perfect companion to any interior design trend, or a fantastic way to add a focal point to any room. Pieces of wooden furniture of fine quality never fail to add to the overall appeal of a room. The best part is they never go out of style – and they also make great conversation pieces. As your design tendencies change over the years, your signature dining table and furniture set will always be the spotlight of the room. Quality, handmade furniture has stood the test of time. Plus, reclaimed wood will always match any style or décor.
When decorating a dining room, or an entire home, choose an overarching decor theme that will let the wood grain be the star, whether that be contemporary minimalism or rustic farmhouse. One way of tailoring your home décor is to incorporate the old along with the new. Mix different designs into your home that highlight your personal tastes but also pay homage to the past. Embrace the naturalness of the wood by surrounding it with plants (live or dried), as well as other earthy elements and textures.
Make a statement with a dining table, and make your guests feel relaxed and welcome with comfortable seating. A rustic sideboard allows you to display interesting objects to add a touch of character and of course, provides an extra serving surface. Plus the drawers mean that you store cutlery and table linen, which will free up space in the kitchen.
Reclaimed Wood Dining Set
How to Clean and Protect Reclaimed Wood Dining Tables
Whether it has been refinished or is raw, it's always best to keep it simple when cleaning reclaimed wood. If all you need to do is remove some surface dust, use a soft microfiber towel and warm water. Brushes are nice because they can get deeper into the nooks and crannies common on the surface of aged wood.
While cleaning is a necessary part of caring for any piece of furniture, reclaimed wood should also be properly protected. Here are some recommendations:
Avoid Exposure To Direct Sunlight: Similar to most wood furniture, direct sunlight can discolor or warp the wood. Wood finish can fade and wear when exposed to the powerful UV radiation of the sun.
Keep Moisture Away: Like sunlight, excessive moisture can be damaging to any wood surface; reclaimed wood is no exception. For dining tables and other frequently used furniture, it’s important to use coasters for drinks, and when spills occur, immediately wipe them up.
Maintain Stable Temperatures: Fluctuations in temperature, especially rapid changes, can cause serious damage to any type of wood. Temperature fluctuations are rarely a problem indoors. Nonetheless, you should avoid placing any reclaimed wood dining tables and wood furniture too close to heaters or central air vents.
Reclaimed Furniture at Countryside Amish Furniture Online
At Countryside Amish Furniture, we take pride in our craftsmanship and appreciate the unique rusticness of authentic reclaimed wood. Shop our collection of reclaimed, made-to-order furniture to find the perfect addition to your home or office. All of our dining room tables, rustic and otherwise, are built by authentic Amish woodworkers using tested and true techniques such as mortise and tenon joints, dovetailed corners, and tongue and groove connections. The results are reclaimed wood dining sets and furniture sets crafted to withstand decades of daily use.
Create a classic and inviting environment in your entertainment ensemble with this Kensett Reclaimed Dining Set from Countryside Amish Furniture.
Key Features
- Reclaimed hardwood construction
- Epoxy-filled knot & nail holes
- 1 1/2" thick table with faux live edge
- Adjustable wooden buffet shelves
- Dovetailed soft close drawers
- Fabric or leather upholstery
- Catalyzed conversion varnish
- Amish handmade in the USA
Interested in more about this suite?