Historic Reclaimed Lumber

Authentic 1878 Pioneer Flooring - From the Home of Fountain Green's First Mayor

Salvaged and carefully reclaimed from Reese Llewelyn’s 1878 home in Fountain Green, Utah—with plenty of photos and video captured as we went.

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Stack of about fifty 6-foot pioneer flooring boards, showing the true 1-inch thickness under a light layer of dust

A Piece of Utah Pioneer History

Reese Llewelyn’s original 1878 pioneer farmhouse is the source of this flooring—the home of Fountain Green’s first mayor, lifted board by board and saved for a new chapter.

In 2023, the flooring was carefully lifted from the Llewelyn family’s historic home, revealing a treasure trove of pioneer craftsmanship. We kept the cameras rolling throughout the project, capturing photos and video clips that show exactly how the boards came up and what we found beneath.

One unforgettable discovery: a tiny, leather pioneer child’s boot, sealed beneath the floorboards for 145 years. The find underscores the authenticity and human story embedded in this lumber—more than a floor, it’s a time capsule of Utah’s settlement era.

  • Built in 1878 for Reese Llewelyn, Fountain Green’s first mayor
  • Photos and video footage shot during the dismantle and removal
  • Includes the remarkable pioneer children’s boot discovery
  • Stored indoors in Freedom, Utah (just south of Fountain Green)
Pulling back the flooring in Reese Llewelyn’s home—patience keeps the tongues and grooves intact.
Holding the tiny pioneer boot discovered beneath the floorboards
The pioneer children’s boot—exactly as we found it under the original planks.

What’s Included

Every piece of this lot was salvaged and stored with care to preserve its historic character.

Flooring Boards

~50 boards ranging from 1x5 to 1x7, each approximately 6 feet long with true 1" thickness.

Joists & Timbers

11 pieces of true 2x8 lumber at 15.5 feet in length—sawn from dense, old-growth pine.

Total Coverage

Roughly 270 square feet of material, ideal for sizeable restoration or multiple artisan projects.

Optional Extras

Original floor joists available for purchase to complete the historic package.

  • Old-growth pine with tight growth rings and structural density
  • Warm honey-and-amber patina earned over 145+ years
  • Hand-hewn edges and saw marks add authentic pioneer character
  • Lumber has been kept dry and stacked carefully for easy transport

Material Highlights

Hover any photo with the play badge to watch the quick clips we captured while reclaiming the lumber.

Main room of the pioneer home with the original 1878 flooring still installed
Before: the Llewelyn family’s front room prior to dismantling the floor.
Pioneer floorboards stacked during the removal process
Removal: boards freshly lifted and staged for transport.
Close-up of the pioneer children’s boot discovered beneath the floorboards
Boot discovery: the tiny children’s boot preserved beneath the boards.

Condition & Details

Ready for installation, furniture fabrication, or museum-grade restoration work.

  • Nails carefully ground flush by hand (major kudos to my teenage son!)
  • Boards need only light cleaning or dusting prior to finishing
  • True dimensional lumber—not the thin modern 3/4" flooring
  • Rich patina and historic wear speak to generations of use
  • Stored indoors on level supports to maintain straightness
Bundle #17 of mixed 1x5 to 1x7 reclaimed boards at true 1-inch thickness
Bundle #17 features mixed-width 1x boards—white areas are just dust from storage.

Perfect For

Craft heirloom pieces and statement spaces that celebrate Utah pioneer heritage.

  • Feature walls or accent flooring
  • Mantels and floating shelves
  • Custom furniture and cabinetry
  • Rustic or farmhouse décor elements
  • Historical restoration projects
  • Collectors of authentic Utah pioneer artifacts

Watch the Restoration Process

Follow the Fountain Green Farmhouse YouTube channel for the full dismantle, restoration, and preservation journey of this historic home.

Lifting the first runs of flooring inside the Llewelyn home.
Numbering, cataloging, and stacking the tongue-and-groove boards.
The moment we uncovered the pioneer children’s boot beneath the floor.
Final cleanup passes as the historic subfloor is revealed.

Visit the full Fountain Green Farmhouse YouTube channel →

Photo Gallery

A look at the floor in place, the careful removal process, and the one-of-a-kind artifacts that came with it.

Close view of the original pioneer flooring before removal
Before: detail of the 1878 floorboards in the front room.
Angle of the living space showing the worn honey-toned flooring
Before: honey-toned patina developed over generations.
Upstairs landing with original boards ready for removal
Before: boards ready to be carefully lifted.
Board being pried up during the removal process
Removal: easing each board up without splitting tongues.
Pioneer flooring boards leaned against the wall
Removal: slow process to ensure boards stay intact.
Crew stacking reclaimed boards during removal
Removal: stacking bundles immediately after pulling them.
Stacks of reclaimed flooring ready for transport
Stacks staged for the drive to Freedom, Utah.
Close-up of the reclaimed boards showing growth rings
Old-growth pine with incredibly tight growth rings.
Holding the pioneer children’s boot found beneath the floor
Boot detail: preserved leather right out of the subfloor.
The pioneer boot displayed on a stack of reclaimed boards
The boot alongside bundles of reclaimed lumber.
Freshly stacked reclaimed boards in storage
Boot: a unique pioneer artifact found beneath the flooring.

Why This Wood Is Special

Historic value that modern “distressed” products simply can’t replicate.

Photo & Video Trail

See the exact boards being lifted—our work-in-progress photos and videos walk you through the removal inside the Reese Llewelyn home.

Old-Growth Pine

True 1" stock with tight growth rings and incredible stability, harvested in the 1870s from Utah Territory forests.

Superior Value

Comparable factory “distressed” flooring sells for $7–10 per sq. ft.—this lot is genuine pioneer material at a compelling price.

Authentic Character

No faux finishes here—each wear mark, nail hole, and patina layer tells 145 years of Utah pioneer life.

Pricing & Purchase

Purchase the complete lot for $3,500 or start a conversation about splitting the material to fit your project.

Entire Lot

$3,500

  • Includes all flooring boards and 11 large joists
  • Pickup preferred from Freedom, Utah (delivery negotiable)
  • Flexible on reasonable offers with respect for the history

Custom Quantities

Let’s Talk

  • Happy to discuss artisan, builder, or museum needs
  • Can provide additional photos, measurements, and video clips on request
  • Secure storage ensures the lumber stays in top condition

Storage location: Freedom, Utah (10 minutes south of Fountain Green). Pickup available by appointment. Delivery options within Utah and the Mountain West can be arranged for a fee.

Contact

Ready to claim this piece of Utah history? Reach out to discuss the lumber, request additional photos or video, or schedule a visit.

Prefer Direct Contact?

Email: dustin.davis@gmail.com

Text/Call: (801) 244-1267

Location

Freedom, Utah (10 minutes south of Fountain Green)

By appointment only—secure, dry storage.

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