Reclaimed Wood Box Beams

Built for decorative purposes or to conceal existing framing

Hollow timbers built with authentic reclaimed wood

Our box beams are fabricated using full-length, full-width, solid reclaimed wood whenever possible—creating a look that is virtually indistinguishable from an authentic solid timber.

Hollow beams fabricated from authentic antique lumber, and offering the look and character of solid timbers in a lighter, more versatile form. Built to order in customer-specified widths, heights, and lengths, these beams are commonly used for exposed ceiling applications, decorative beam layouts, or used to wrap and conceal existing framing. Each box beam we make is crafted from solid reclaimed wood and they can be produced in a range of surface options, including hand-hewn, rough-sawn, and antique smooth textures with naturally aged patinas—or fully re-milled for a cleaner, more refined appearance. Ideal for both residential and commercial projects, our box beams provide a practical solution where weight, installation constraints, or design flexibility are a factor—without sacrificing the authenticity and visual impact of true reclaimed timber.

Created to wrap existing framing or save weight

Virtually indistinguishable from solid timbers, our custom fabricated box beams are a great choice for customers looking to wrap existing framing or want the look of solid timbers without the weight. Due to the labor and waste involved in manufacturing, box beams are typically more expensive than solid beams. They are typically the best option for applications that require the wrapping of exposed structural elements such as glu-lams, steel I-beams, and steel columns. They can also be used as an alternative to solid beams in applications precluding the use of the heavier solid beams.

We can fabricate them to match the appearance of any of our solid beams or planking options. Although we have made box beams in a continuous run over 40′ long and 24″ tall, there are situations where the material is not available in the requested height or lengths requested.

Material Options

Hand Hewn Barn Timber Box Beams

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Original Sawn Barn Timber Box Beams

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Driftwood

Gray Board

Box Beams

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Reclaimed White Oak

Box Beams

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Resawn Douglas Fir

Box Beams

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Reclaimed Redwood

Box Beams

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The Vintage Difference

Not All Box Beams Are Created Equal…

Many box beams offered elsewhere are constructed using pieced-together short and narrow boards, or built with new lumber, veneers, or synthetic materials. These methods can result in more visible seams or shorter runs, differing from the appearance of true, solid long-length timbers. In these cases, added design elements such as metal strapping are used to address transitions or conceal joints; however, the overall effect can fall short for projects seeking a high-end, cohesive, and authentic result. At Vintage Timberworks, we pride ourselves in providing the most realistic looking faux beams that offer full-length spans and mimic the look of solid timber when using whole, solid timber is not an option.

Our approach to fabricating box beams is to produce the most realistic and authentic looking set of material that is virtually indistinguishable from solid antique timber. When details matter this approach is paramount.

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ABOUT VINTAGE TIMBERWORKS

Vintage Timberworks is a leading supplier of fine aged, reclaimed wood and antique lumber for rustic and architectural purposes in residential and commercial projects nationwide. For over 30 years, we have sourced historic beams, boards, and timbers from 19th-century barns, industrial buildings, and legacy structures across the United States and select international partners.

Our facility is located in Temecula, California features a showroom open to the public and a five-acre lumberyard housing Southern California’s largest collection of reclaimed wood often exceeding over two million board feet of reclaimed wood solid timbers, fireplace mantels, vintage planks, and wall cladding. Our large on-site mill supports large-scale projects, including custom-milled solid beams, hollow custom box beams crafted from authentic antique wood, rustic wood flooring, exterior siding, and structural or decorative timber trusses for architectural applications. For projects requiring structural reclaimed Douglas Fir timbers, independent structural grading is available through a qualified third-party lumber inspection service.

Through direct involvement in barn and industrial building deconstruction, we oversee the salvaging process from demolition through material selection and custom milling to project specifications. We also offer wholesale truckload volumes to the trade and support commercial deconstruction and salvage projects nationwide.

Materials may be purchased in original condition or professionally custom milled in-house to meet project-specific requirements. Minimum order requirements apply, with volume pricing available.

Conveniently located between San Diego and Riverside County, Vintage Timberworks regularly supplies projects throughout Orange County, Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, the San Francisco Bay Area, Napa wine country, and beyond. Shipping is available for large out-of-area orders, including nationwide deliveries and international container shipments. Our inventory commonly includes Douglas Fir, Cedar, Redwood, White Oak, Red Oak, Chestnut, Walnut, Teak, and Indonesian Ulin Ironwood.

Reclaimed Wood Box Beams

Built for decorative purposes or to conceal existing framing

Hollow timbers built with authentic reclaimed wood

Our box beams are fabricated using full-length, full-width, solid reclaimed wood whenever possible—creating a look that is virtually indistinguishable from an authentic solid timber.