subject: Hand Hewn Beams [print this page] Hand Hewn Beams add the touch of unique warmth to the house since the bark and the outer layer of the wood are removed and the inner wood, which has been spared the nature and humans fury, is exposed. They are cut and shaped with hard blows of cutting tools such as axes, and are available in different sizes and shapes. In the old times, almost all the wood work was done by hands, and to create the square beams, axes, chisels, or hammers were used on the logs. These beams were used in the barns and buildings of that time. Today, the old dismantled barns and buildings are great source for reclaimed hand hewn beams. The usage of these beams adds the touch of antiqueness.
The use of the reclaimed hand hewn beams, when custom designing the house, enhance the aesthetic appeal of the house, and also brings a sense of history. The advantages of hand hewn beams coming out of old barns and buildings is that they are eco friendly and have stood the test of time, thus strong, durable and reliable in character. There are two kinds of hand hewn beams -- structural and decorative. The structural ones are used in the building structure, while decorative ones for the dcor of the interiors. However, its said that they are best used in a non-structural decorative design. One can find the use of these beams for exposed architectural ceilings; as well as to design mantle, fireplaces, decorative accents, and more.
Its a good idea to buy hand hewn beams from places that are very well known. Its possible to review vendors offerings and at what price online. Also, its important to note that all the vendors selling reclaimed hand hewn beams are not trustworthy, and one must be careful at the time of purchasing.
