When timber is beautifully crafted, your mind can start to come up with many creative ways to incorporate it into your home. Whether it’s birch, pine, mahogany, or walnut, the natural color of the wood can strike an awe-inspiring feel for the user.
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If you’ve fallen in love with some beautifully crafted timber, then here are some creative ways you can integrate it into your home.
Coasters
If the beautiful timber that you have your eye on is not cut yet, consider cutting up your own coasters. These look really cool when you opt for leaving the bark on the timber. It gives a more natural look to the coaster that you just simply can’t get when the bark is removed. Be sure to be mindful of the wood type that you choose. Your softwoods like pine, cedar, and fir will provide an ultimate rustic look. Hardwoods like maple, oak, hickory, alder, beech, and mahogany will provide a more refined, durable coaster.
Home Framing
If you’re just getting started building your home, then consider using that beautiful timber to frame it out. There are many types of treated timber that can protect against the elements and creatures like termites. Timber is a key component that any home builder will need a lot of to frame an entire house. They’ll also need to consider materials like triple grips that will ensure a solid adhesion of all timbers.
Shelving
Shelving is a popular favorite of many homeowners as it allows the natural look of the wood to be enjoyed by all visitors. While traditional book shelving was common in the early 2000s, many homeowners have transitioned to the minimalist mindset. This has brought floating shelves to the forefront of desirability. When building floating shelves, be sure to stick to the harder woods like maple, pine, and oak. These will provide a great look and hold more weight without splitting.
Make Picture Frames
Pictures frames are another great use for some beautiful timber. These can be constructed out of whatever material you so choose. It all depends on the specific look that you’re going for. If you want a lighter photo frame, go for pine or fir. If you want a darker frame, go for walnut or mahogany. Price is likely going to play a factor as well in the species of wood that you purchase.
Kitchen Cabinets
There are not many things more beautiful than a well-crafted set of kitchen cabinets in a home. The look of the wood helps to bring some variance to the overall look of any home. Kitchen cabinets are best let up to the professionals to make. However, homeowners have tons of options when it comes to looks. Apart from picking the wood species, homeowners can enjoy options for design and stain colors.
Furniture
If you’ve always wanted to give carpentry a try, then it’s time to start. A beautiful selection of timber is all that you will need to be inspired to make a unique piece for your home. Furniture can be made for a number of different wood types. It will really depend on what look you’re going for. Some of the easiest pieces to make are benches, coffee tables, and bed frames. The beautiful look of wood furniture is a great addition to any home design.
Deck / Patio Addition
Everyone loves spending more time outdoors. Constructing your own deck or patio is a great way to create an outdoor space that your whole family can enjoy. Plus, it will allow you to showcase that beautiful timber to all your neighbors. This type of project can be as simple or intricate as you want to make it. If you don’t have a lot of construction experience, you may want to opt for a patio addition. Those who are looking for a more enclosed space can benefit from installing a more intricate deck.
Timber has the unique quality of being able to inspire creativity in man. We’ve used timber for hundreds of years to create some of the most beautiful structures and items. If you’ve been recently inspired by some timber, unleash your inner creativity by giving one of the projects above a try.
About the Guest Author – Jim Pullman
Jim Pulman has extensive knowledge and experience in Home Building, Construction, and Design. He writes articles in his free time and partners with content creators to share his expertise with the online community.
