Unusual Material

One material that is becoming popular today after going through a period use is wood paneling. While in the sixties, seventies, and eighties wood paneling was quite popular as a decorative element in homes and corporate spaces, the trend fell out of the spotlight for a while and became more of a decorating taboo than anything. With the introduction of new and innovative materials, this trend of wood covered walls is something that is once again on the rise and becoming more prevalent and much more of a desirable statement feature than ever before.

One particular company based out of Montreal, Canada is putting a unique spin on the wood wall coverings by using all reclaimed wood as their raw material. There are many benefits to using all reclaimed wood as this company is doing. One such benefit is the fact that it does not contribute to the deforestation that is going on and becoming such a problem in our modern world. This company is using materials from old barns and mills as well as any other sources they are able to find. Because these materials have been worn and weathered, they are also quite durable and each have their own unique finish on them. This uniqueness is highly sought after by designers and clients alike, as it is something that will set apart one space from the rest as an impressive feature.

The appearance of some of the modern day wood paneling that is becoming so popular is quite different from what was popular in homes a few decades ago. The paneling nowadays is taking on a much more modern and different look that was previously unheard of. The types of paneling can range anywhere from basic planks run either horizontally or vertically on a wall in the same fashion as a wood floor, to panels with a much more random layout or three dimensional look to them. These differences and the uniqueness, textures, and visual interest they create are what are drawing a whole new group to appreciate the paneling. These walls are becoming statement pieces in homes and businesses and are serving as conversation starters as well. The paneling is usually just applied with nails into the wall for the easiest and most lasting applications.

          It is interesting to see trends come full circle and see how different times bring about different tastes in the population. These kinds of trends can be seen in anything from colors to types of fabric to building materials used. Wood paneling has made one of the best and most revolutionary comebacks as far as a different take on the same material goes.