Reclamation yards are fantastic places to discover interesting and inspirational items for your home, garden, or even workplace, but they can be intimidating to some people. There is so much material, which means it can be tricky to know exactly what you’re getting yourself in for.
Cawarden Brick & Tile Company Limited is one of the largest reclamation yards in the UK, so we’ve used our experience to tell you some of the things you might find in our latest blog post below.
WOOD
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Wooden items are very common at reclamation yards. Keep an eye out for unusual items like period window shutters. You’ll also find a variety of doors and flooring, both reclaimed and new.
DOORS
Doors are very common at reclamation yards and there is usually something for everyone. So you should be covered whether you’re looking for period doors, something unique, or even a bespoke door made on-site.
FLOORING
Many reclamation yards offer a diverse selection of flooring options, catering to customers seeking original parquet wood flooring, modern engineered wood, or something that sparks creativity.
MISCELLANEOUS
Alongside this, you will have many different miscellaneous wooden items to add to your home. You might be able to find an original wooden beam for your fireplace, stylish window shutters, or something completely different.
BUILDING MATERIALS
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Many architects and interior designers turn to reclamation yards for building materials, whether for reference or when designing rustic-style properties. These yards are popular among industry professionals due to the wide array of intriguing and versatile items available.
BRICKS
Bricks are one of the most sought-after items at reclamation yards, particularly as exposed brick has become a staple in stylish homes in recent times. Whether you’re looking to create the real deal with original bricks, or just create the look with brick slips, reclamation yards are the place to go for this style.
TILES AND PAVING
Reclamation yards are an excellent source for finding interesting and unique tiles for your roof, floor, and back garden, covering all areas of your home. You’ll be able to use a reclamation yard to find reused tiles that are much less commonly found in the modern market, whether that is interesting patterns for ridge tiles, printed kitchen tiles, or something else unique.
FURNITURE
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Unique, recycled, original and period furniture are all staples of reclamation yards. Many people visit reclamation yards in search of unique, one-off items that set their home or property apart from others.
SEATING
Living room furniture from reclamation yards is prized for its earned patina, showing it has been lived in. This often makes reclaimed furniture more comfortable than new versions, akin to a pair of leather shoes that haven’t been broken in yet. A vintage Chesterfield sofa is a perfect example—many desire its lived-in look, and acquiring it from a reclamation yard means it already carries history, requiring less effort to achieve that aesthetic.
DINING
Family meals and dinner parties become more enjoyable with reclaimed dining furniture. You can bring out something unique, original, with a pleasing patina, and rest assured you’re not sitting at the same dining furniture as anyone on your street.
ACCESSORIES
Finally, you can find ‘the icing on the cake’ for your space at a reclamation yard. When looking for something special to tie everything together, you can discover original fireplaces, iron radiators, and even small details like door furniture and fittings at reclamation yards.
FIREPLACES AND LOG BURNERS
Original fireplaces and log burners are highly sought after at reclamation yards due to their unique, irreplicable charm. You can expect to find a wide range of period pieces from different eras, all in fantastic, restored condition.
RADIATORS
As with fireplaces and log burners, traditional and original cast iron radiators are difficult to replicate authentically. The radiators found at a reclamation yard often have unique character, making it the ideal place to look if you’re seeking that style.
DECOR
As well as more functional items, there is plenty of choice for decorations that are almost purely aesthetic. Charming accessories, knick-knacks, clocks, mirrors, and ornaments are all commonly found and waiting to be discovered.
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WHAT CAN YOU DO WITH RECLAIMED BUILDING MATERIALS?
As you can see, there are so many different products to make the most of reclamation yards for – whether your project is a new build, a renovation, or even a small DIY project. Reclamation yards offer such an eclectic collection that you can find something to fit into your home or property regardless of your taste in design.
CAWARDEN BRICK & TILE COMPANY LIMITED
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