If you looked closely on May 23, 2011, you may have spotted a Viridian reclaimed wood table on Portland’s KOIN 6 evening news. During the segment, reporter Shannon Quimby toured Endura Wood, a local company that specializes in the sale of FCS lumber products. While the news segment doesn’t mention us by name, the video shows some of our reclaimed wood dining tables on display at Endura. Using Reclaimed Wood Furniture Reclaimed wood can be found in a variety of places: old houses, ships, school bleachers, sheds, barns and shipping crates. Sanding down the used wood gives it a new life as reclaimed wood dining tables, coffee tables, countertops, floors, panels, shelves, cabinets and end tables. By using different colors and cuts of wood, you can create a one-of-a-kind piece that looks like you used brand-new lumber. You can feel
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Earlier this month, one lucky Portland homeowner took a trip to a big box home improvement store and ended up with a unique and locally manufactured reclaimed floor. HGTV recently visited the Rose City to film an episode of House Crashers, in which Josh Temple and the Crashers crew pick up unsuspecting shoppers and follow them home for a surprise renovation. On the agenda: the installation of one of Viridian’s Jakarta Market Blend – Rustic reclaimed wood floors. This floor was chosen for its reclaimed character combined with a durable prefinish and microbevel to make installation fast and easy, made for TV! On camera, Josh Temple and the Viridian team demonstrate how really cool old wood that has already had a full life can have a new start as beautiful reclaimed wooden floors. Did the homeowner think the wood was
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As our company grows, Viridian loves to give back to nonprofits in our hometown of Portland, Oregon. In June, we participated in a major remodel of the main floor of Neighborhood House’s Multnomah Village headquarters. Thousands of low income, immigrant and vulnerable people use the space every year, and unfortunately it showed: offices were cramped and the lobby was worn down. Volunteers from Carlton Hart Architects, Aramark and Viridian Wood Products donated materials, time and installation expertise to remodel and update the space to make it light, bright and functional. Viridian’s Jakarta Market Blend – Light Sort paneling was chosen for the lobby walls to create a durable and long-lasting yet beautiful finish for the space. Installation day was sunny and fun, a great day to close our office and volunteer! Even with volunteers doing the installation, the paneling install
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If your restaurant’s décor doesn’t feel complete, or the energy isn’t quite right, using Feng Shui techniques can help you achieve the atmosphere you want. Feng Shui is the ancient Chinese technique of creating balance within a space to enhance the flow of energy (chi). Beyond simply using reclaimed wood shelves or a reclaimed wood floor to tie decorative elements together, consider creating the look you want in your restaurant by using tried-and-true Feng Shui practices. How to Use Feng Shui in Restaurants Identify your design goals. Before changing the look of your restaurant, you must first know what you want to change. By identifying your goals, you will save time and energy. Incorporate the five elements into your restaurant space. These elements include fire, earth, water, metal and wood. You can incorporate these elements literally, like by using reclaimed
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One of the best things about using reclaimed wood paneling, flooring and furniture is the ability to tell your guests the story of its origins. In this age of mass production and big box stores, few interior design elements come with a history as unique and fascinating as that of reclaimed wood panels and floors. At Viridian, our reclaimed wood paneling comes from a variety of sources, depending on the species. We provide as much information as possible about the origins of our wood, so businesses and homeowners can entertain guests by turning their reclaimed wood panels into conversation pieces. Here’s a look at some of the primary sources we use: Shipping crates. Before making the journey to the United States, heavy cargo from Asia is packed into shipping crates made of local timber. Reclaimed from Portland shipyards, this exotic
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In a restaurant or bar, atmosphere is everything. Of course, it goes without saying that quality food and good service are also essential, but atmosphere is what sets you apart from the competition and attracts the kind of clientele you’re looking for. The music, lighting and décor you choose for your restaurant all play important roles in creating the perfect ambience. The tabletops are especially important, as they are the hubs around which your guests will congregate and the blank canvas upon which your food will be served. When deciding on tabletops for your restaurant, you’ll want to choose a material that not only fits in with the rest of your décor but sets the right mood. Reclaimed recycled wood is becoming an increasingly popular material for restaurant tables, particularly in Portland. Not only are reclaimed wood dining tables durable
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There are so many different types of flooring to choose from these days, homeowners can easily become overwhelmed by the sheer variety of options. When deciding on a flooring material for your home, it’s important to strike a balance between design and functionality. You want something that matches your lifestyle as well as your décor. Reclaimed wood flooring has escalated in popularity, as designers and homeowners are becoming increasingly enchanted with the idea of incorporating old materials into newer home designs. From walls to flooring, reclaimed wood is popping up everywhere thanks to its versatility and universal appeal. Here’s a look at some of the reasons why reclaimed wooden floors are a smart design choice, regardless of your home’s style: 1. Earth-friendly. Synthetic materials, such as carpeting or linoleum, are often made from petroleum in a process that releases pollution
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Dining room tables in a restaurant are one of the most important aspects of your business, as they are always in a customer’s line of sight. Purchasing long-lasting tabletops is an important investment, as is caring for the earth. You can combine the two causes by choosing durable dining room tabletops made from earth-friendly materials. Here’s a look at some green tabletop options for your restaurant: 1. Quality Reclaimed Wood Wood has an amazing ability to last a long time; hence the original dining tables still displayed in medieval castles and historical homes. Therefore, it makes sense to make use of quality reclaimed wood already available on the market. The materials to make a reclaimed wood dining table can come from a variety of sources such as deconstructed homes, old barns and buildings, factory scraps, shipyards, and logs that sank
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Demolition and construction debris account for up to 40 percent of landfill waste. Before the materials get smashed into unusable bits, they often contain perfectly good reclaimed timber. When you use wood reclaimed for new purposes, or buy reclaimed wood furniture, you help prevent landfill waste, prevent deforestation and save money. You can use reclaimed materials for your own construction needs, craft projects or to give new life to a piece of treasure that someone else trashed. However, the first step to completing a project using reclaimed wood is finding the material. Here’s a look at some of the places to find reclaimed wood furniture and materials. Houses Set for Demolition It is cheaper to demolish a home than deconstruct it. With quick action and planning, you may be able to deconstruct all or part of a home to acquire
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In the world of interior decorating, certain building materials wax and wane in popularity as trends shift. These days, wood is experiencing a huge resurgence among designers as well as homeowners, who are incorporating wood into their flooring, walls, ceilings and furniture in fresh and unique ways. Reclaimed wood products, in particular, have seen an explosion in popularity as people become increasingly interested in giving old wood new life. Here’s a look at why we love wood as a design element and why we think so many people are choosing to buy reclaimed wood: 1. It’s natural and warm. Whether you buy reclaimed wood with light, honeyed tones, deep ambers or rich browns, the natural grain patterns and inviting undertones in reclaimed wood products add warmth and soul to any space. And wood is as versatile indoors as it is
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