The Kensington Benches

We've added 2 more sizes to our wonderful reclaimed pine bench series. Now available are 2' and 4' long versions in both the square and trapezoid bases. Each bench has a unique character of the reclaimed wood, but we also utilized a variety of water-based dyes to give the base of each bench a modern aesthetic. Color options include red, orange, blue, black, yellow, green, and natural. Utilizing discarded pine joists and beams reveals stunning old-growth wood and preserves valuable material, but can be a time-consuming process.

Often large sections of the joists have rot, water damage, or charred areas. These beams often have staples, nails, or screws embedded in them. Using a nail puller (a tool that's been out of fashion for 100 years) and hand-held metal detector, we extract any metal from the wood to avoid damaging our machinery. Only then do we begin to expose the striking grain concealed within the joists.

Since many of the joists were cut from the center of a tree and have been unfinished--often in basements for several decades --they tend to contain minor checks and cracks. We take care to eliminate large defects, but the rest are filled with translucent resin which creates a smooth, splinter-free surface without compromising the simple beauty of the wood.

All benches have scoops carved into their seats for added comfort. The open framework of the bases contributes a more delicate aesthetic to these sturdy, rustic pieces.