WE DON’T SELL WOOD, WE SELL HISTORY
Transform your space with reclaimed, hand hewn barn wood, historical flooring, and more.
History in every grain.
At Weathered Frog, we don’t just sell reclaimed wood, we preserve American history. We reclaim 19th Century Pennsylvania barn wood and repurpose it into custom mantles, floors, furniture, ceiling beams, and barns that make your home and property stand out.
elevate any space
Mantles & Furniture
add american heritage to your property
Barns
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Our products
timeless charm for any home
Ceiling Beams, Accents & Trusses
authentic from the ground up
Flooring
Frequently Asked Questions
All of our reclaimed wood comes from authentic 19th Century barns. Most come from the Pennsylvania area and were built between 1840-1875. These barns were constructed by early American pioneers using hand-hewn timber techniques, meaning each beam was shaped entirely by hand, not machines. We work with a network of landowners and Amish partners who carefully dismantle these historic structures, preserving every timber for a second life in your home or business.
Yes! Every beam we source comes from barns dating to the 1840s-1870s. This isn’t new wood that’s been artificially aged or distressed, it’s genuine historical timber that supported working barns for over a century and a half. The hand-hewn marks, weathered patina, nail holes, and character you see are all authentic signs of age and use. When you purchase from Weathered Frog, you’re getting real American history, not a reproduction.
This is an important distinction! Railroad ties are soaked in creosote, a toxic chemical preservative that can leak dangerous fumes, especially when exposed to heat or sunlight. Our antique barn wood has never been treated with creosote. Instead, we treat it with Boracare and Bifen, professional-grade wood treatments that eliminate wood-boring insects while remaining completely safe for indoor use. Additionally, our wood is authentic historical material with genuine character, not industrial waste repurposed for decoration.
We’re based in College Station, Texas, and regularly serve customers throughout the Brazos Valley, Houston, Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, and all of Texas. We also take on seasonal projects in Colorado during the summer months. If you’re outside our primary service area, we’re happy to discuss shipping options and work with you to make your project happen. Distance shouldn’t stop you from owning a piece of American history!
Character—reclaimed wood has natural patina, grain patterns, and unique markings that simply cannot be replicated in new lumber, no matter how much you distress it.
Stability—after 150+ years, this wood has fully acclimated and contains no residual moisture, meaning it is more dimensionally stable than new wood.
Sustainability—you’re repurposing existing materials rather than harvesting new forests. History—every piece tells a story and connects you to American pioneer heritage
Quality—old-growth timber from the 1800s is denser and more durable than modern fast-growth lumber. When you choose reclaimed wood, you’re choosing something truly unique and built to last another 150 years.
Cost- Most home owners and builders are surprised to find that our reclaimed beams are not significantly more expensive than using new wood. In fact, depending on the size and application, a lot of our wood is less costly than cedar and other commonly used wood accents.
Let’s make something beautiful together.
