NOT JUST RUSTIC

01/30/2013
By Roblyn Powley

We see it all here. Our projects run the gamut from commercial to residential, floors to walls and everywhere in between. And a lot of what our clients ask for isn’t “standard” and doesn’t bear any resemblance to the ‘log cabin’ look people often associate with reclaimed wood. This salon in Boston exudes modern cool with our Weathered White Barn Siding on the walls and reception desk.

The Weathered White Barnsiding helps create a sleek modern look with interest and texture.
The Weathered White Barnsiding helps create a sleek modern look with interest and texture.

In this particular application, the owners needed not only to encapsulate the original paint to prevent flaking but also to make sure that the material met the requirements for the fire code. We were able to help them find a solution that served both purposes- a clear, uniform coating, with a Class A fire rating.

You can see in these images that not only does the coating protect the walls, but it adds a slight sheen. This touch works to complement the contemporary aesthetic.
You can see in these images that not only does the coating protect the walls, but it adds a slight sheen. This touch works to complement the contemporary aesthetic.
The reclaimed material works throughout all of the different areas of the salon. Here it surrounds the retail product display.
The reclaimed material works throughout all of the different areas of the salon. Here it surrounds the retail product display.

As the planks wind their way through the reception, salon and retail spaces, the distressed wood holds your interest, while the monochrome color scheme keeps the look fresh.  The finish reflects the light and contrasts the textures.  Nothing about this barn wood application says barn.

Until next time!

-Roblyn

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