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| Mission Statement Antique & Vintage Woods of America serves the people in the community who are most interested and concerned with the “Green Earth Concept". Its major goal is to salvage and reclaim building materials of historical significance and incorporate them into new and restorative construction for the architect, designer, contractor and homeowner. Why Choose AVW The team of AVW strives to exceed each customer's expectation by providing expert advice beginning with the first call to our sales office, to our consultative selling during the selection process, to the highest quality milling by our warehouse personnel, and lastly to the delivery of your product to your door. We have gained the trust for our company by maintaining the highest standards of honesty and integrity. With our unique product offering of over 2 million BF of inventory, you are certain to find the floor that you desire. Employees Our employees are the backbone of Antique & Vintage Woods. They provide the personal service on which our company was built. Their commitment drives our success. We strive to create an environment where talented people can thrive and feel part of an organization with strong values. Antique & Vintage Woods of America team! Our customer service has three stages: Stage 1: Consultation & advisement: This stage starts with a team of three experts: AVW consultants; the client; the architect and/or designer, should you choose to have one. At this meeting the design and architectural characteristic of the floors, beams, trim and cabinets are determined that will enhance the look in your home by using these products. This is a critical stage in the consulting process, since these materials will be the dominant feature of your new home. Such topics as wood species, color, hardness and special aging characteristics will dominate this meeting. Stage 2: Sample preparation: Stage 1 will terminate with a selection of a minimum of three or four species of wood for your consideration. The samples will be prepared according to your specifications. Stage 3: Viewing of the sample boards: A second meeting with the architect or designer and client will reduce the different sample boards to the selection of two final 2 foot by 4 foot panels, which will have been finished as in the actual floor of choice. Fast Flooring Solution A client had an unusual request for a floor with no joints, and he needed it right away. Antique & Vintage Woods came up with the solution instantly. The floor was measured and 24 boards were ordered, paid for and shipped within that week. Normally, delivery is between 2-4 weeks. This client was not able to find any other company that could provide him with what he needed in such a timely fashion. Fortunately, we had this material in stock. If it had to be ordered, the timeframe would have been longer. |
| What is Green Building? With the economic and environmental impact of buildings becoming more acknowledged, a newer field called Green Building has been a driving force and is gaining momentum. Green or sustainable building is the practice of creating healthier and more resource-efficient models for the construction, renovation, operation and maintenance of buildings. This trend is growing rapidly in the construction industry world-wide to address the impact that it has on the environment. What are the environmental advantages of wood products compared to other material? Wood products come from trees, which are a renewable resource. Wood is easily recyclable, biodegradable, and the most energy efficient building material available today. When you compare the total energy cost of different materials, i.e., acquiring the raw material, transportation, processing to create a useful product, etc., wood far outshines its competitors. For example, aluminum siding requires 21 times more energy to produce than does an equivalent amount of wood siding. The goals for Green Building are diverse. They cover environmental issues such as reducing solid wastes in construction, economic issues such as a reduction in operating costs and community issues such as air quality. The United States Green Building Council (USGBC) offers a community of professionals who share similar goals about advancing more sustainable building practices. Through member committees you can help shape Green Building products and services. With chapters in almost every state, you can find a support group for networking, education and promoting green design at the local and regional level-where it counts most. |
| Design Center In June of 2005, Antique & Vintage Woods celebrated the opening of their new Design Center in Pine Plains. This showroom is a must see for builders, homeowner, architects and designers. The finest quality of custom wood flooring and beams in both the antique and vintage species were used in these designer rooms. There are five different vignettes: a living room; a dining room; a den, a child’s play room, and a bathroom. As you walk into the hall and living room area, you will see Wide Plank Pine in 18 inch widths. |
