Tree Removal & Recycling
All of our handmade wood products are made from recycled trees that had to come down from homes or developments. We hate to see trees come down, but sometimes tree roots are causing home foundation damage, at risk of falling, etc. If you need to remove a tree, contact us below, and we’ll connect you to one of our certified partnering arborists, who’ll give you a discount for recycling the tree with us. Normally other arborists charge $500-1000 to chip and dispose the tree. We pass this savings onto you!
What trees can we recycle?
We recycle a wide range of urban species, including redwood, cedar, pine, cypress, oak, eucalyptus, and more.
Trees must be at least 24 inches diameter at “breast height” for us to recycle them. See how to measure diameter at breast height.
When are we NOT able to recycle?
If you’ve already started working with an arborist, and they are cutting down your tree right now as we speak, we will not be able to recycle your tree. Unfortunately, many arborists (esp. ones who are unlicensed and uninsured) do not have the equipment and training to cut the tree into logs that are able to be repurposed. Reach out to us to get connected with our list of certified partnering arborists who can help you recycle your tree.
If you only found out about us after you had already chosen an arborist, no worries — fill out the form and we’ll see if they’re willing to recycle.
Tree Removal/Recycling Interest Form
If you’re interested in removing and recycling your tree, fill out the form on the right and we’ll reply in 2-3 business days.
We have a set of certified arborists we partner with, and we’ll recommend you the best one based on your location, site access, and tree size to ensure the job is done well. All of certified partnering arborists will give you a discount for recycling the tree with us. Normally other arborists charge $500-1000 to chip and dispose the tree. We pass this savings onto you!
You’ll also receive a 10% discount on any one Bay Area Redwood table, mantle, or shelf.
When you recycle your tree with us, we’ll also give you a 10% discount on one Bay Area Redwood table, mantle, or floating shelf.
Check out our Products or our Custom Tables.
Products Made from Recycled Trees
The Award Winner: a double live-edge redwood ergonomic desk with a custom blended natural oil-based coat. Built to order in West Oakland using sustainably sourced redwood milled in the Livermore Valley and Danish adjustable standing desk legs from StandDesk.
Bay Area Redwood’s natural wood products are custom, unique pieces; no two pieces are the same. For this reason, product characteristics like grain pattern, live edge, and even exact dimensions can vary. Wood furniture products may vary as much as 4 inches in length or width and 1 inch in thickness.
For furniture items with a sustainable custom blend oil coat, a natural patina will develop over time. The original color may fade as oil dries due to sun and air exposure, but the process is entirely natural. You can choose to continually develop your wood product’s natural patina for a rustic, natural look. If you’d like to restore the vibrant colors and defined grain patterns of your slab, you can easily apply a light coat of coconut oil every 6 months.
Custom double live-edge redwood desk with four hairpin legs and a blended natural oil-based coat. Built to order in West Oakland using sustainably sourced redwood milled in the Livermore Valley.
Local delivery and installation available.
Bay Area Redwood’s natural wood products are custom, unique pieces; no two pieces are the same. For this reason, product characteristics like grain pattern, live edge, and even exact dimensions can vary. Wood furniture products may vary as much as 4 inches in length or width and 1 inch in thickness.
For furniture items with a sustainable custom blend oil coat, a natural patina will develop over time. The original color may fade as oil dries due to sun and air exposure, but the process is entirely natural. You can choose to continually develop your wood product’s natural patina for a rustic, natural look. If you’d like to restore the vibrant colors and defined grain patterns of your slab, you can easily apply a light coat of coconut oil every 6 months.
Introducing our beautifully crafted Solid Wood Coffee Table, the perfect addition to any living room. Made from the highest quality wood, this table boasts a stunning natural grain pattern that is sure to catch the eye of anyone who enters the room. The solid wood construction ensures durability and longevity, making it a piece that will last for years to come. Its timeless design and elegant finish make it a versatile addition to any decor style, whether your taste is modern, rustic, or traditional.
Introducing our stunning Solid Wood Mantel, the perfect addition to any home looking to add a touch of natural elegance to their space. Crafted from the highest quality Redwood, this mantel boasts a beautiful, natural grain pattern that is unique to each individual piece, making it truly one-of-a-kind.
Our mantels are easy to install and comes with all necessary install hardware.
For furniture items with a sustainable custom blend oil coat, a natural patina will develop over time. The original color may fade as oil dries due to sun and air exposure, but the process is entirely natural. You can choose to continually develop your wood product’s natural patina for a rustic, natural look. If you’d like to restore the vibrant colors and defined grain patterns of your slab, you can easily apply a light coat of coconut oil every 6 months.
The Tree Recycling & Reclamation Process
Learn more about how a tree gets recycled at Bay Area Redwood.
Felling
We hate to see it happen, but trees are felled everyday for a variety of reasons. Some causes are natural including erosion, senescence, and wildfire while others are purely anthropogenic such as space for housing developments, invasive roots, and property damage. Whatever the reason, Bay Area Redwood works with partnering arborists to cut these trees into large segment upon removal. Once the tree is out of the ground, we haul it to our log recycling yard located in Livermore.
Milling & Curing
After logs are dropped at our facility, the manufacturing stages of the process begin. We start by milling each log into slabs or dimensional lumber, which are then stacked to optimize air flow for the drying process. Milled wood dries at varying rates depending on species, dimensions, and weather conditions, but it can cure at our facility for as long as 3 years before it is ready for finishing.
Finishing
Cured slabs are either sold rough or sent to our fabricator, Luis, in West Oakland. Luis employs his woodworking prowess to surface and sand the slab to create a smooth, flat surface for furniture. Then slabs are sealed using a variety of finishes from natural oil blends to conversion varnish before USA made steel legs are attached. Then they are brought directly to a customer, to our showroom in San Ramon, or our warehouse in Livermore, and, ba-da-bing, you have your finished table!
