10 Reclaimed Wood Wall Ideas
Updated: Dec. 20, 2023
Reduce waste and elevate your space with these design ideas for every room.
Striped Reclaimed Wood Wall
Reclaimed wood walls work well with a rustic interior, but what if your aesthetic leans more modern?
This nursery wall from @courtneyfitzp01 combines both worlds with a stripe design. She left space between the reclaimed wood planks to create alternating white and wood horizontal stripes. The finished look adds texture and interest without overpowering the room with too much wood.
Vertical Reclaimed Wood Backdrop
To draw attention to her cute faux mantel, @jessicajoylarson installed vertical reclaimed wood planks sourced from her dad’s mill behind it. The black mantel pops against the natural wood tones, creating nice contrast.
This is also a great solution if you want to create the illusion of taller ceilings. Floor-to-ceiling vertical planks like this draw the eye up and make the space feel taller. Next, check out our wood look plank ceiling ideas to cover a hideous ceiling.
Reclaimed Wood Bedroom Feature Wall
Not sure what to do with a blank bedroom wall? Add reclaimed wood behind the headboard, like in this guest room from @graceandgratitude18.
The wood accent wall adds cozy warmth to the bedroom and anchors the space with a focal point. The white shutters, light bedding and soothing artwork prevent the room from feeling too dark or heavy.
Reclaimed Wood Classroom Entrance
To make this classroom entryway more welcoming, @sweetbasilavenue installed this gorgeous, gray reclaimed wood and a giant green vine arch. The wood was sourced from an old snow fence! The staggered placement of the wood, attached with a nail gun, makes this feel organic, highlighting the natural color and imperfections.
Reclaimed Wood Accent Wall
In her boys’ shared bedroom, @little.byrd.house installed this barn wood accent wall to add rustic character. The wood features beautiful tone variations and texture, but the tailored bedding and white paint in the rest of the room bring balance to the space so that the wood doesn’t feel visually overwhelming.
Light sconces, metal monograms and a large clock are playful yet sophisticated finishing touches — perfect for a kids’ room.
Multicolor Reclaimed Wood Pallet Wall
This multicolored dining room wall was made with pallet wood!
Installed by @slcpalletwalls, their shop offers reclaimed wood in 15 colors and two sizes. This mixture of gray, brown and weathered creates a contemporary design that speaks for itself — no artwork needed! The intersecting diagonal placement adds another layer of interest that’s sure to make this wall a conversation piece.
Wood on Wood
Reclaimed wood can turn an odd-shaped wall into a focal point.
@farmhouseonoakridge transformed this under-the-stairway wall with barn wood panels. The matching furniture spotlights the rich color and texture even more. The wood-on-wood look gives the dining space rustic personality and highlights her collection of white vintage dishware.
Reclaimed Wood Bar Wall
This bar space by @advancedesignstudio was once a blank wall. Although the bar counter and shelves are great ideas on their own, the wood wall takes this space to the next level.
A small section like this is easy and affordable to cover with reclaimed wood. The lighter wood on the wall contrasts nicely with the darker wood shelves and cabinetry.
Reclaimed Barn Wood Bathroom Walls
The walls of this elegant bathroom from @southendreclaimed feature wood salvaged from barns built more than a century ago. The patina results from the wood aging over time, giving the bathroom rich character and warmth.
Southend Reclaimed is a premier source for vintage wood and brick, including reclaimed flooring, beams, barn wood and more.
Faux Weathered Herringbone
Although we love the range of natural tones, this white weathered wood looks beautiful in this office by @elevenhouses. The herringbone pattern gives the application a modern spin, showing off all the variations in each piece of wood.
Surprise! This “wood” is actually a peel-and-stick product from Stikwood, so installation is a breeze. However, you could get a more textured, authentic look with actual reclaimed boards.
Originally Published: August 31, 2023
