DIY Blog Cabin and Appalachian Antique Hardwoods, LLC

Appalachian Antique Hardwoods Commissioned
for 2009 DIY Blog Cabin Project

Appalachian Antique Hardwoods was selected by DIY Network as a key provider for their 2009 Blog Cabin “citizen designed” interactive experience. Maintaining the successful concept of You Design It, We Build It, and You Could Win It, DIY Network and Appalachian Antique Hardwoods worked together to create a modern day rustic retreat that offers all of the latest features and technology with a reclaimed, green building twist. The materials provided and installed by Appalachian Antique Hardwoods embraces a piece of America’s heritage rich past while offering a story to tell. The following Appalachian Antique Hardwoods materials were utilized in DIY’s 2009 Blog Cabin.

Appalachian Antique Hardwoods Materials Supplied

VintageCraft™ Beam Veneers This FSC certified product is ideal for conventional stick framed homes, or accent walls within an existing structure. VintageCraft™ Beam Veneers allow clients to employ the use of traditional building techniques of studded framing, modern insulating, and electrical wire routing, while attaining the finished look of yesteryear. The result is a higher wall r-value, lower installation costs, and increased flexibility in the design process. Our veneers are hand selected for character and structural stability. Each order comes with a complete history of the origin of the veneers including photos suitable for framing. Learn more about VintageCraft Beam Veneers.
VintageCraft™ Beam Trimbers™ Experience the ultimate combination of rustic beauty and traditional craftsmanship with Appalachian Antique Hardwoods’ exclusive collection of FSC certified hand hewn VintageCraft™ Beam Trimbers. These durable pieces of history are hand selected for structural quality and aesthetic appeal. Reclaimed from unique Amish timber framed barns, antique log cabins, and vacant industrial buildings that contain these high quality timbers. VintageCraft™ Beam Trimbers are favored for their dual purpose ability to add warmth to a room while serving as a structural design component for homes and buildings. Each order comes with a complete history of the origin of the veneers including photos suitable for framing. Learn more about VintageCraft Beam Trimbers.
HaleyBark™ Haley Bark™ is a uniquely designed product that originates from Appalachian Antique Hardwoods’ Backwoods Bark™ and then is treated to create a more finished looking reclaimed building material. The color, look and feel of Haley Bark™ provides a unique looking maintenance free rustic product, specifically designed for interior applications. Learn more about HaleyBark.
WeatherPlank™ Barnsiding WeatherPlank™ Barnsiding is a FSC certified product reclaimed from centuries old farm and ranch structures that are no longer able to meet the demands of the modern farm owner. Each piece of WeatherPlank™ Barnsiding that is reclaimed has its own history and story to tell. Every barn is unique, so the resulting barn wood color and characteristics will vary according to weather exposure, age, maintenance, and barn location. As the name indicates, WeatherPlank™ Barnsiding has reached a rustic perfection by enduring the test of time, years of weathering, a rich working history and exposure to its natural surroundings. One side of a barn may have received more sunlight or shade than the other sides of the same barn. Regardless of the environment, WeatherPlank™ Barnsiding provides a rich color and texture that will become the centerpiece of your Rustic Made Simple™ conversion system. Each piece of WeatherPlank™ Barnsiding is cut to exact specifications, allowing any do it yourselfer a simple and easy installation process. WeatherPlank™ Barnsiding is available in faded red, silver, brown, or mixed. The color, texture and overall uniqueness of WeatherPlank™ Barnsiding provide endless possibilities for interior or exterior projects. Each order comes with a complete history of the origin of the veneers including photos suitable for framing. Learn more about WeatherPlank Barnsiding.
Country Components™ Fireplace Mantles Country Components™ Fireplace Mantles are crafted from 100+ year old reclaimed hand hewn barn timbers. These pieces of American history are available in a wide variety of sizes and finish options, and are sure to add warmth and conversation to any room. Each FSC Certified mantle contains a complete history of its origin including photos of the recycled structure. Learn more about CountryComponents Fireplace Mantles.
Read the DIY Blog Cabin / Appalachian Antique Hardwoods press release 2009 DIY Blog Cabin Filming of DIY BLOG Cabin host, Amy Matthews, and DIY Man Cave and Desperate Landscapes host, Jason Cameron, learning how to install AAH's patented Trimber™ system with AAH Field Install Manager, Travis Cragg, and AAH President, Zac Guy, in the Man Cave of the 2009 DIY BLOG Cabin.