Christophe Pourny, owner of Christophe Pourny Ltd. and author of "The Furniture Bible," is sharing how to sleuth out what kind of wood you have on your hands exclusively with House Digest readers.

I loved how beautiful it made the wood look. But now, as a furniture maker and expert woodworker with 40 years of experience under my belt, it raises the question ...

Real Antique Wood takes materials from otherwise unwanted structures and repurposes them. The business offers everything from reclaimed hardwood flooring, antique barn siding, custom fireplace ...