Distressed wood

Whether used for shelving, floors or furniture, time-worn wood brings a touch of rustic charm to every space. If you can't find authentic reclaimed lumber for your project, you can use new materials and apply surface distressing techniques to simulate centuries of use and wear. We'll show you how.

Here are easy ways to distress new, store-bought wood to give it an aged, weathered, and rustic look for any building or furniture project.

Through all of my DIY projects, I've learned that it's just as much fun to distress wood yourself as it is to decorate with! And with the right tools, distressing wood is oh so easy. Here are a few of my must-have tools for the job!

Thermo Oak Flooring is made using a heat process combined with a steaming and removing oxygen. The result is that the wood takes on a rich brown and red tones without the need of stains. The timber itself hardens creating ideal floor for high traffic areas. The Cadogan Finish keeps the natural colour of the wood. Available in a variety of finishes and treatments including oiled, lacquered, rounded bevels and a variety of distressing options.

Aging wood instantly to look like it came off an old barn. Make DIY barn boards instantly. Make new lumber look old instantly and inexpensively.

How to expertly hack up new wood to make it look old. With a few tools and tricks you can ding up a piece of wood to make it look like it's 100 years old.

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This simple three-step process uses distressed white paint as a base color for a vintage wood look. Choose any color for your project.

Combining different textures adds depth and character to your living room decor. Pair a sleek black leather sofa with a plush brown area rug, or add a rustic touch with a distressed wood coffee table. Mixing textures not only creates visual appeal but also makes the space feel more inviting and comfortable.

Here are easy ways to distress new, store-bought wood to give it an aged, weathered, and rustic look for any building or furniture project.