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Custom Fabrication from Reclaimed Wood
Houston Lumber's custom millwork program transforms raw reclaimed lumber into finished, ready-to-install products tailored to your exact specifications. Our on-site mill is equipped with industrial planers, moulders, resaws, and a kiln — everything needed to take a rough salvaged board and turn it into precision-milled flooring, tongue-and-groove paneling, custom mantels, shelving, or any other profile your project demands.
What makes our millwork different is the material itself. Every piece we produce starts as reclaimed lumber — old-growth timber with tight grain, natural patina, and the kind of character that cannot be replicated by distressing new wood. When that raw character is refined through careful milling and finishing, the result is a product that combines the warmth and history of antique wood with the precision and consistency of modern manufacturing.
We work with architects, interior designers, general contractors, and homeowners at every stage of the process. From initial material selection — choosing the right species, grade, and character level for your vision — through milling, finishing, and packaging for delivery, our team is involved every step of the way. Whether you need 200 square feet of heart pine flooring for a master bedroom or 5,000 square feet of cypress paneling for a commercial fit-out, we bring the same attention to detail and craftsmanship to every order.
What We Make
Custom Millwork Products
Hardwood Flooring
Tongue-and-groove flooring milled from reclaimed heart pine, oak, cypress, and mixed hardwoods. Available in widths from 3 inches to 12 inches. Pre-finished or ready to finish on-site.
Wall Paneling
Shiplap, tongue-and-groove, and board-and-batten paneling in reclaimed softwoods and hardwoods. Custom widths and profiles for accent walls, ceilings, wainscoting, and full-room installations.
Mantels & Headers
One-of-a-kind fireplace mantels and decorative headers milled from reclaimed beams. Shaped, sanded, and finished to your specifications. Available in virtually any length and cross-section.
Shelving & Countertops
Thick-slab shelving and countertop blanks from reclaimed hardwoods. Live-edge and straight-edge options. Finished with food-safe oils or hard-wearing polyurethane depending on application.
Stair Components
Custom treads, risers, stringers, and handrails milled from reclaimed lumber. Matched to existing millwork or designed from scratch. Available in standard and custom dimensions.
Trim & Moulding
Baseboards, crown moulding, casing, and chair rail profiles milled from reclaimed wood. We can match existing historic profiles or create new designs to your architect's drawings.
Technical Details
Millwork Specifications & Pricing
| Product | Thickness | Widths | Popular Species | Lead Time | Price Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T&G Flooring | 3/4" | 3" – 12" | Heart Pine, Oak, Cypress | 2 – 4 weeks | $6 – $14 /sq ft |
| Shiplap Paneling | 1/2" – 3/4" | 4" – 8" | SYP, Cypress, Mixed SW | 1 – 3 weeks | $4 – $9 /sq ft |
| T&G Paneling | 1/2" – 3/4" | 3" – 8" | Heart Pine, Cypress, Oak | 2 – 4 weeks | $5 – $11 /sq ft |
| Mantels | 4" – 8" | 6" – 12" | Any reclaimed species | 1 – 2 weeks | $300 – $1,200 each |
| Shelving | 1.5" – 3" | 8" – 16" | Oak, Heart Pine, Cypress | 1 – 2 weeks | $20 – $60 /lin ft |
| Countertops | 1.5" – 3" | 24" – 42" | Oak, Cypress, Maple | 2 – 4 weeks | $50 – $120 /lin ft |
| Stair Treads | 1" – 1.5" | 10.5" – 12" | Oak, Heart Pine | 2 – 3 weeks | $75 – $200 each |
| Trim & Moulding | 1/2" – 3/4" | 2.5" – 6" | Any species | 2 – 4 weeks | $3 – $10 /lin ft |
Prices vary based on species, grade, width, and finish. All millwork is custom — contact us with your specifications for an accurate quote. Minimum order: 100 sq ft for flooring/paneling, no minimum for individual pieces.
The Custom Advantage
Why Choose Custom Millwork
Exact Specifications
Get precisely the width, thickness, profile, and length your project demands. No settling for standard dimensions when your design calls for something specific.
Material Control
Hand-select the reclaimed species, grade, and character level for your project. Approve samples before we process the full order. You control the look from start to finish.
One-of-a-Kind Results
Every piece of custom millwork is unique because the raw material is unique. No two boards have the same grain pattern, patina, or character marks. Your installation will be genuinely irreplicable.
Historic Authenticity
For restoration projects, we can match historic profiles by running reclaimed wood through custom knife sets. Replicate original baseboard, crown, and casing profiles from a sample piece.
Finish-Ready Delivery
Material arrives sanded, profiled, and (optionally) pre-finished. Reduces on-site labor time and dust generation. Your installer receives product that is ready for immediate installation.
Environmental Integrity
Custom millwork from reclaimed wood carries the strongest possible sustainability credentials. Zero new trees harvested, material diverted from landfill, and every piece has a documented provenance.
How It Works
Our Design Collaboration Process
Consultation
We start with a detailed conversation about your project — dimensions, species preference, character level, finish, and timeline. Share drawings, photos, or inspiration images to help us understand your vision.
Material Selection
We pull candidates from our reclaimed inventory and present options. You can visit our yard to hand-select material or trust our team to curate the best stock for your specifications.
Milling & Finishing
Once material is approved, we mill to your exact profile and dimensions. Kiln drying, sanding, and finishing are applied as needed. Quality checks happen at every stage.
Delivery & Support
Finished product is carefully packaged and delivered to your site. We provide installation guidance, care instructions, and remain available for follow-up questions.
Project Examples
What We've Built
A sample of the custom millwork projects we have completed for clients across the Gulf South.
Heights Restaurant Renovation
Produced 3,200 square feet of reclaimed heart pine tongue-and-groove flooring for a historic Houston restaurant. Material was sourced from a demolished cotton warehouse, kiln dried to 8% moisture content, and milled to a 5-inch face width with a custom edge profile. The flooring was pre-finished with a penetrating tung oil to preserve the wood's natural patina.
River Oaks Residential Kitchen
Fabricated a 14-foot live-edge countertop from a single reclaimed cypress slab for a residential kitchen renovation. The slab was flattened, sanded to 220 grit, and sealed with a food-safe hardwax oil. We also produced matching floating shelves and a pot rack from the same cypress source for a cohesive design.
Boutique Hotel Lobby
Milled 1,800 square feet of mixed-width reclaimed oak shiplap paneling for the lobby and reception area of a boutique hotel in the Galleria area. Three different board widths — 4 inch, 6 inch, and 8 inch — were used in a randomized pattern to create visual depth. Boards were wire-brushed and finished with a matte clear coat.
Historic Home Staircase
Produced a complete set of stair components — treads, risers, stringers, handrail, and newel posts — from reclaimed longleaf pine for a 19th-century home restoration in the Heights. All profiles were custom-matched to surviving original millwork on the second floor to ensure period accuracy.
How to Order
Ordering Custom Millwork
Minimum Orders
Flooring and paneling: 100 square foot minimum per species/profile. Individual pieces (mantels, shelving, countertops): no minimum. Trim and moulding: 50 linear foot minimum per profile.
Lead Times
Standard millwork (flooring, paneling): 2 to 4 weeks from approval. Individual pieces: 1 to 2 weeks. Complex multi-component projects: 3 to 6 weeks. Rush processing available for an additional fee.
Samples & Approvals
We produce sample pieces for your approval before processing the full order. For flooring and paneling, expect a 2-foot sample section showing the profile, width, and finish. Sample fee is credited toward your order.
Finish Options
Unfinished (for on-site finishing), penetrating oil (tung, Danish, hardwax), water-based polyurethane, oil-based polyurethane, lacquer, and wax. Pre-finishing adds 3 to 5 business days to lead time but saves significant on-site labor.
Custom Profiles
We can run any profile that fits within our moulder capacity (up to 6 inches wide and 4 inches thick). Custom knife grinding is available for unique profiles at a one-time setup fee of $150 to $300.
Shipping & Packaging
Millwork products are carefully packaged for transit — flooring is banded and wrapped, mantels are crated, and delicate profiles are padded. Local delivery on our trucks; nationwide freight via LTL carrier.
Protect Your Investment
Millwork Care & Maintenance
Flooring. Sweep or vacuum regularly to remove grit that can scratch the finish. Damp-mop as needed with a wood-floor-specific cleaner — avoid excessive water. Place felt pads under furniture legs and area rugs in high-traffic zones. Refinish when the topcoat shows visible wear, typically every 7 to 15 years for polyurethane and every 3 to 5 years for oil finishes.
Paneling. Interior paneling requires almost no maintenance. Dust occasionally with a dry or slightly damp cloth. If finished with oil, a light recoating every 5 to 10 years will maintain the sheen. Avoid hanging heavy objects directly from paneling — use appropriate wall anchors that reach into the substrate behind the paneling.
Mantels & Shelving. Dust regularly. For oiled or waxed finishes, reapply a thin coat of the original finish annually or as needed. Avoid placing hot objects directly on finished surfaces — use trivets or heat pads. For shelving that supports heavy objects, verify that wall anchors and brackets are rated for the load.
Countertops. Countertops finished with food-safe oil require periodic reapplication — typically every 3 to 6 months with regular kitchen use. Clean with mild soap and water. Avoid leaving standing water on the surface. Minor scratches can be sanded out and re-oiled. Countertops finished with polyurethane require less frequent maintenance but are more difficult to spot-repair.
Stair Components. Stair treads receive the most wear of any millwork product. Keep them clean of grit, use runner rugs in high-traffic areas, and plan for refinishing every 5 to 10 years. Non-slip tape or treads can be applied for safety without damaging the wood surface.
Common Questions
Custom Millwork FAQ
How much does custom reclaimed flooring cost compared to new hardwood flooring?
Can you match existing millwork in my home?
Do you install the millwork products you produce?
What is the widest flooring plank you can produce?
Can I provide my own reclaimed wood for you to mill?
How should I acclimate millwork products before installation?
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Start Your Custom Millwork Project
Whether you have detailed architectural drawings or just an idea, our team will help you bring it to life in reclaimed wood. Contact us to begin the conversation.