This wood beam mantel is a slice of history, crafted from authentic white oak that’s seen nearly a century of stories. Its face is a tapestry of nail holes, deep cracks, wonderful color variations, and subtle, original circle saw marks—each one adding character and proof of its vintage roots. Once part of a 1920s barn as an upright post, this piece still bears evidence of the barn siding that was nailed to it long ago.

We’ve refined the top and bottom with clean cuts for a sleek, modern appeal, letting the real, timeworn personality shine right where it matters most — on the face. There’s a solid crack running along the top, about an inch deep, but after installation it typically stays out of sight most of the time—just like some sapwood color changes and a bit of wane on the back bottom edge. These natural touches are rarely seen but further confirm its reclaimed, genuine nature.

The face is the star here—striking, full of contrast, and ready to become the centerpiece in any room. This wood beam mantel brings real warmth and authenticity, pairing beautifully with both new construction and modern environments looking for a connection to the past. It’s all about that face: genuine, storied, and truly gorgeous.

• This vintage white oak is shown as sanded, but no finish has been applied.
• Sizing (cutting and sanding the ends) as well as finishing are included in the price
• We can preserve the current color or darken it with some various techniques.
• It is currently 5.0 inches tall x 7.5 inches deep
• The current length is 66in long. We can be cut down for not additional charge.
• It ships via UPS Ground for $150

This reclaimed wood beam mantel was pulled from an old barn in Minnesota, where family farms began to shape the landscape in the late 1800s and early 1900s. The area is rich in heritage, with many original settlers being German immigrants whose craftsmanship and farming traditions still influence the region today. Each piece carries a bit of that local history, bringing the spirit of Minnesota’s pioneering families right into your home.

About the tag –This is a picture from an old book of fairy tales. The fairy tale “A Legend of the Northland” tells how a selfish old woman, baking cakes, refused to share with a hungry traveler. As punishment, she was transformed into a woodpecker—forever pecking at trees for food instead of enjoying baked treats. That’s how, according to legend, the first woodpecker came to be.