We Buy Wood
We purchase wood from old buildings and barns from around the country to stock our reclaimed lumber. If you have an old building or barn and are interested in salvaging the wood from it please contact us.
We request that you send us an email with some photos of your wood or building and we'll make further arrangements so we can provide a bid.
What Types of Wood We Buy
We actively purchase reclaimed wood from:
- Historic Barns - Barn siding, structural beams, flooring, rafters
- Old Buildings - Commercial structures, factories, warehouses, mills
- Distilleries - Barrel houses, aging warehouses, structural wood
- Churches & Schools - Original flooring, pews, structural timbers
- Industrial Sites - Factory buildings, railway structures, bridges
- Antique Lumber - Salvaged beams, boards, dimensional lumber
Wood Species We Seek:
- Oak (White Oak, Red Oak)
- American Chestnut (Wormy Chestnut)
- Douglas Fir
- Heart Pine / Longleaf Pine
- Maple
- Walnut
- Redwood
- Cedar
- Hemlock, Spruce, Cypress, and other antique species
Examples: Kentucky Distillery Salvage Projects
 3" & 4" Material - Old Crow Whiskey |
 Old Crow Whiskey Barrel House |
 Old Taylor Distillery |
 Old Crow Distillery |
We've salvaged wood from historic Kentucky distilleries including Old Crow Whiskey and Old Taylor. These aging warehouses contain rare antique oak and other hardwoods with exceptional character.
From Salvage to Beautiful Flooring
The reclaimed wood we purchase is carefully processed and transformed into premium flooring products:
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Solid Reclaimed Flooring Traditional 3/4" thick planks from salvaged wood View All Solid Flooring → |
Engineered Reclaimed Stable reclaimed top layer on plywood core View Engineered Options → |
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Reclaimed Beams Hand hewn, rough sawn, structural timbers View Beams → |
Barn Siding & Lumber Weathered siding, dimensional lumber View Siding → |
How to Sell Your Reclaimed Wood
Step-by-Step Process
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Send Photos Email us clear photos of your wood or building structure. Include multiple angles and close-ups showing condition. |
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Provide Details Share location, approximate quantity/volume, wood species (if known), building history, and your contact information. |
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We Review & Respond Our team evaluates photos and details. We typically respond within 2-3 business days with preliminary feedback. |
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Site Visit (if needed) For larger projects, we arrange an on-site inspection to assess quality and logistics. |
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Receive Bid We provide a fair market bid based on wood quality, species, volume, and transportation requirements. |
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Salvage & Payment Upon agreement, we coordinate salvage/pickup and arrange payment. |
Submit Your Wood for Evaluation
Fill out the form below or email photos directly to info@legnohardwood.com
Questions? Call Us
Speak directly with our salvage team about your wood.
Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of wood do you buy?
We purchase reclaimed wood from old buildings, barns, distilleries, factories, and historic structures. Seeking oak, chestnut, Douglas fir, heart pine, maple, walnut, redwood, cedar, and other antique lumber species.
Where do you buy reclaimed wood?
We purchase wood nationwide, with focus on California, the Midwest, Kentucky (distilleries), and the East Coast. We arrange pickup and transportation for large salvage projects.
How do I sell my old barn wood or building?
Email us photos of your wood or building structure along with location and approximate quantity. We'll review and provide a bid. Contact us at (213) 792-5908 or use our submission form above.
Do you buy small quantities of reclaimed wood?
We primarily focus on larger salvage projects (barns, buildings, commercial structures), but contact us with details of what you have. We evaluate each opportunity individually.
What condition does the wood need to be in?
We buy wood in various conditions - weathered barn siding, structural beams, flooring, even damaged pieces can have value. Photos help us assess quality and provide accurate pricing.
How do you determine pricing?
Pricing depends on wood species, age, condition, dimensions, volume, and transportation requirements. We provide fair market value based on current reclaimed lumber demand.
Do you handle demolition and salvage?
For larger projects, we can arrange complete salvage operations including careful dismantling and transportation. Discuss logistics with our team.
