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“The structure of the Versailles floor is dominated by regular patterns, straight lines contrasting with diagonal lines. The juxtaposition of the two directions elaborates a harmonious and very distinctive pattern. The original dimensions of the antique Hungarian parquet squares are 97-103 cm per side. Planks of wood interlaced at 45° angles are bordered by a frame, and the whole composition outlines the structure of the individual quadrotto. The woods used for Versailles inlay are varied and all have very different characteristics. Both warm and cool tones go well with the interweaving of the patterns, and the combination of the different natural grains and shades of the woods–even of different woods–creates a surface rich in color and unexpected color combinations.

Solid oak is a wood with a full-bodied tone that is perfect for antique Versailles flooring, especially if it is derived from reused wood, processed with a rough finish in first patina. In this case, the surface acquires a singular charm conferred by the imperfections that have modified the wood fiber over time. Ideal in all types of furniture thanks to its simplicity, depending on the essence and workmanship Versailles inlay lends itself well to being declined in both rustic and luxury settings. In the latter case, with antique Versailles flooring it is possible to recapture the charm of 17th-century palaces and Italian villas of the following century. A beauty that is austere but made lively by wood, a natural and living material, susceptible to the influences of the environment and those who live in it.”

“The texture of antique Hungarian parquet is called herringbone precisely because of the geometry that recurs in the pattern of the planks. However, there are other types of herringbone warping: let’s look at them together. Classic herringbone involves the arrangement of the planks to form 90-degree angles, while herringbone laying with a band and batten complements-in the perimeter area of the floor-the field created by the pattern of the planks. The fascia is an element of the wood with a laying geometry varied from the predominant one in the overall design, while the bindel is a connecting element between different laying geometries.

The warping of the planks in antique Hungarian parquet flooring lends great elegance and dynamism to the overall image of the floor. The planks can be made from any wood species, although many tend to tune their preferences to light, bright woods such as larch and oak, which emphasize the plank arrangement in Hungarian herringbone parquet. Larch has a warm, delicate tone, while oak has cooler tones. The wood used can be reclaimed or virgin, in the latter case antiqued with treatments such as drying, seasoning and special finishing. Antica Edilizia of Follina (TV), on the other hand, specializes precisely in the supply of antique reclaimed wood, even in the form of planks, for the creation of beautiful Versailles or antique Hungarian-style parquet floors.”

“Due to time, infiltration, trampling, and wear and tear, antique floor beams may have suffered damage, so it is ideal to carefully inspect and analyze them during renovation phases. To this end, our specialized staff conducts technical inspections, which aim to assess the health of the wood essence and the overall condition of the antique floor beams. The careful analysis is followed by the precise drafting of the work that the beams need, which may be structural in nature or simply related to the restoration of the wood. This is a crucial step, which allows us to know the condition of the antique floor beams and thus to assess their restoration accurately.

This is followed by the actual execution of the work, that is, the restoration of these portions, performed with full respect for the material and with the aim of making the sections strong, safe and durable over time. Every action and every moment related to the restoration takes place in agreement with the client, who can turn to us to request a purely conservative restoration, that is, aimed at rediscovering the original beauty of the recovered beams, or opt for a decorative restoration. In this case we can opt for workmanship devoted to enhancing the aesthetics of the home, through special treatments, including color, that are able to revalue the original wood, giving it an original and contemporary allure.”

“Old houses included an interior structure often made with beams and consequent wooden floors. Time, weathering, and even condensation and rain infiltration may have undermined the original strength of these elements.In these cases, careful and comprehensive renovation work can restore the materials to their natural structural strength. To carry out this work, it is essential to seek professional advice, which is based on an assessment of the structure of the beams and the health of the wood. The assessment may lead to a request for surface restoration or the need to change the existing beams with different elements. Antica Edilizia di Thomas De Vecchi specializes precisely in the recovery of antique building materials: our warehouses located in the province of Treviso store more than 8,000 antique salvaged beams in various woods, shapes and sizes, reaching up to 15 meters in length.

Salvaged beams come mainly from northern Italy and have been worked, nurtured and restored to become the structural basis of homes that require it. The use of reclaimed beams is possible only after careful conservation restoration work. This is a precise work, aimed at bringing back the ancient splendor of the elements, which are offered in all their newfound splendor to embellish residential spaces, hospitality facilities and professional environments.”

“Antique wood roofs are made through meticulous cleaning, restoration and treatment of old wood salvaged from old buildings. Before being available for new use in renovations or new construction, these timbers are cataloged, dried and certified. Our ability to ensure excellent supplies of building materials for antique wood flooring, siding and roofing stems from meticulous care for the materials, which, after being carefully selected, are subjected to high quality treatments and stored in appropriate locations according to classification by essence (oak, oak, chestnut, elm, fir, larch, etc.), area of origin and age.

We have been operating for decades in the field of antiques, dealing with the recovery of antique wood for the production of evocative ceilings and floors, made from old beams brought back to life. Wood, stone and bricks make it possible to create unique interiors that are distinguished by the warmth of evocative and inimitable atmospheres. Large quantities of original antique materials are stocked in our warehouses for the construction of floors, floors, cladding, support and exposed structures for antique wooden roofs. The company based in Follina (Tv), at 23 Fossa Street, offers a wide selection of antique beams in various essences: more than eight thousand antique beams of different wood species recovered in northern Italy, with lengths as long as 15 meters, and another thirty thousand square meters of antique planking to be adapted to infinite contexts and uses.
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“The unique and exquisite charm of antique buildings takes its cues from the ensemble of individual elements and the attention to all the details: from the roof to the floor, via exterior elements such as terraces and gardens, those who choose to opt for antique materials are generally repaid by a unique and timeless elegance that is truly impervious to the passing of fashions. Antique floors and terraces in particular are of central interest to all those who are intent on using reclaimed antique materials as part of a construction project. Reuse has countless ecological, economic, aesthetic and performance advantages. First and foremost is the characterization of spaces, which is especially crucial when a high aesthetic impact is sought, such as within high-end buildings or commercial premises. Indeed, the current architectural trend is to focus restoration or new construction on a strong structural element such as an old terrace. It is from the characterizing element that the entire restoration work will be structured, in a kind of latticework of conducting threads that glue the entire building together.

For a truly valuable result, however, the recovery phase and subsequent restoration will be essential. It will have to be done following some important rules, which include specialized operations aimed at providing perfect materials, both artistically and functionally. Terraces then, often the scene of carefree moments and intimacy with family and close friends, hold a special charm and can be recovered according to absolutely personal designs, which may include the inclusion of fountains, balustrades, colonnades, floors made of stone, terracotta, brick or antique wood treated to resist the weather, and other elements capable of uniquely defining the style of your terrace.”

“Those who appreciate the charm of antiques can often grasp the high artistic value of creations that make use of authentic antique Tabià boards. The Tabià is a typical rural building, which can be used as a barn or stable. This structure consists of a stone base and wooden top, supported by means of vertical supporting logs and horizontal supporting logs, ending with a pitched roof. The particular wood recovered from these dwellings is able to make any room special, with its evocative rural-chic charm. Suffice it to say that the oldest examples of Tabià date back to the second half of the 1600s to understand how this valuable ancient building material can add value to any environment, whether private or open to the public.

The antique Tabià boards offered by Antica Edilizia can be integrated into different types of furniture, and reused to create prestigious flooring that will enhance the surrounding furnishings. Adequately treated, cleaned and processed by our specialized staff, the boards from Antique Tabià thus become the ideal raw material for the creation of magnificent antique wood floors, but they also make it possible to create ceilings, trusses and claddings with a unique style; this antique wood is also suitable for the creation of furniture and small furnishings, even in neoclassical style.”

“Planking constitutes one of the essential elements that make up a property’s roof slab, or floor. In work carried out entirely in wood, the planking in fact replaces the terracotta mezzanines. In cases where the renovation of period properties of a certain value is carried out, the use of antique reclaimed wood lends unique charm to the construction, which could not be matched by newly manufactured wood. A mountain chalet, a downtown antique property or a modern residential setting can gain new charm and personality thanks to the unique beauty of antique materials. Antica Edilizia’s staff specializes in conservative restoration and renovation projects-our technicians are available to help you choose materials and styles that will enhance your space. The harvested wood is carefully selected and properly stored in our antique materials warehouses located in the province of Treviso; subsequently, each lot is properly treated and cleaned to ensure the best quality for the customer.

Properly treated, salvaged and dried, antique lumber comes back to life bringing charm and warmth to your spaces. Only after the primary asset has been so treated, do we proceed with the high-end finishes to ensure another stability and durability finished product. The stability, warmth and charm that only antique wood flooring and paneling can provide. But the real charm lies in the care and authenticity of every detail, including the antique planking charged with supporting floors, trusses and flooring with an ever-changing if unchanging style and elegance over time.”

“Tavelle” and ‘sottotavelle’ are hollow bricks that are used in the construction of exposed attics, wall cladding and structures, furniture and furnishings. Their origin is ancient, with roots between the second half of the nineteenth century and the early twentieth century. Also known as flat tiles, terracotta or brick tiles can be handmade or drawn or stamped using industrial techniques.The choice of antique tiles guarantees the artisanal origin of such parallelepipeds used in construction to make floors or as a complement to wood-beam attic frames.

A refined alternative to the use of wood, the ancient planking therefore allows the creation of exquisitely crafted attics, which to the enviable aesthetic characteristics also add important improvements from the energy point of view: in fact, the perforated brick offers considerable levels of thermal and acoustic insulation, which allow to reduce consumption and therefore expenses. Sturdy but not heavy, the antique tiles are supplied by Antica Edilizia perfectly cleaned and recovered, so as to offer a material capable of combining performance worthy of the most modern materials with an antique aesthetic.”

“Antique wood floors in three-ply prefinished or solid wood fit perfectly into any living context, thanks to the everlasting versatility of wood, which is capable of fitting gracefully and harmoniously into the most diverse styles of furniture. Along with the possibility of relying on us for the supply of antique lumber or other antique building materials for the creation of wood floors and coverings, we also offer the supply of antique reclaimed stone, terracotta and antique brick flooring for indoor or outdoor uses. In fact, we have several warehouses of antique building materials in the province of Treviso, which you are invited to view by appointment: we also invite you to contact us for special requests. Our staff is also available to research and supply already processed domestic stone.

Antica Edilizia can make antique wood parquet floors, prefinished with antique wood, stone floors, reproductions of floor squares, planks, and other structural or decorative furniture elements with any kind of design and inlay and in a wide variety of wood types, gluing on counterbalance and with thickness on request (from 15 mm up to 21 and more). Processing involves sanding, brushing and planing performed by hand and in an irregular manner. The possible presence of irregularities is not to be considered a defect, as such peculiarities make the finished product unique and even more valuable.”