Steward of Salvage

NorthBay biz 31 March 2022

The mural painted by Amandalynn and Lady Mags on the old sheds at the entry to Heritage Salvage is titled, “Harmony in Transformation.” The theme sets the stage for what lies within. Stacks of reclaimed lumber, timber, slabs and architectural elements in the 3-acre yard sit waiting to be reborn. Planks and beams come from an array of sources—Midwest barns, Petaluma chicken coops, Washington State grain elevators and bleachers from a Kansas City school gymnasium. Tags identify the type—cedar, cypress, redwood, fir, pine and hand-hewn. Each piece exhibits the character of wear, the fine grain of old-growth and a rich patina that comes with age. “Our business is all about sustainability and preserving a heritage,” says Michael Bug Deakin, founder of Heritage Salvage. “Using reclaimed wood keeps trees in the ground and history alive.” READ MORE.