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Silver Lake Bungalow Restoration with Old-Growth Fir and Oak

Residential | Silver Lake, Los Angeles, CA | 2023

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Type

Residential

Location

Silver Lake, Los Angeles, CA

Year

2023

Area

1,300 sq ft

Materials

1,050 board feet of reclaimed Douglas fir and white oak

Timeline

7 weeks

Budget Range

$55,000 - $70,000

Wood Species Used

  • Old-Growth Douglas Fir (floors & trim)
  • Reclaimed White Oak (beams & shelving)

Finishes Applied

  • Rubio Monocoat Natural on floors
  • Matte polyurethane on beams

Project Story

A 1920s hillside bungalow in Silver Lake needed structural stiffening and historic-appropriate finishes after years of piecemeal repairs.

We supplied old-growth Douglas fir flooring and trim, denailed and milled to match original Craftsman-era profiles.

White oak beams from a decommissioned warehouse became exposed ceiling members in the living room and kitchen.

Custom white oak shelving ties the kitchen to the living space, echoing the beam material and tone.

The project retained the home’s historic feel while upgrading structure, insulation, and finishes for modern living.

Before & After

BBefore

The bungalow had laminate over soft subfloors, mismatched trim, and boxed-in ceiling joists. Original character had been lost under quick fixes.

AAfter

Refinished spaces now showcase Douglas fir floors and trim, exposed white oak beams, and cohesive shelving—restoring Craftsman warmth with authentic materials.

Material Specifications

Flooring

Reclaimed Douglas fir, 3/4" x 4" T&G, finished with Rubio Monocoat Natural.

Beams

Reclaimed white oak, 6x8", matte polyurethane finish.

Trim

Douglas fir casings/base, custom milled to 1920s Craftsman profiles.

Project Timeline

1

Assessment & Selection

1 week

Measured existing profiles and selected matching reclaimed stock.

2

Milling & Prep

2 weeks

Denailed, planed, and T&G milled fir; prefinished floors; cut beam pockets.

3

Install

3 weeks

Installed flooring, beams, and trim; coordinated with insulation and electrical upgrades.

4

Finish & Punch

1 week

Final coats, sanding, and detailing around built-ins and beam connections.

Challenges & Solutions

Challenge

Uneven subfloor across original addition seam.

Solution

Sistered joists and used leveling compound before laying fir flooring.

Challenge

Ceiling height limited beam depth.

Solution

Planed beams to 6x7 nominal and notched framing to recess for headroom.

Challenge

Maintaining historic profiles.

Solution

Copied remaining original trim and matched milling knives for accurate reproduction.

“The fir floors and oak beams make the house feel original again. Neighbors think we uncovered originals, not added new pieces.”

Jamie L.

Homeowner

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