Reclaimed Venetian oak, elm and teak
Exotic Reclaimed Collection
Reclaimed Venetian oak, elm and teak, rescued from boats, barrels, navigation poles, doors and bridges.
Solid or engineered, kiln-dried, prefinished or unfinished. Surface finishes: hand-scraped, wire-brushed, smoked or distressed, oiled or lacquered. Samples sent worldwide.
The Exotic Reclaimed Collection represents the essence of imondi’s spirit, a collection of one-of-a-kind floors made using reclaimed woods sourced from all around the world. Working with wood rescued from derelict boats, barrels, navigation poles, doors, and bridges, imondi endeavors to make floors that highlight the materials from which they are derived, infused with the spirit of innovation, playfulness, and an incredible history. Reclaimed Oak, Jack & Jim The history of the simple barrel is a fascinating one, as it was one of the most commonly used methods to transport goods up until the 19th century. Nowadays only a handful of cooperages remain, but imondi is committed to finding the finest grade, vertical grain oak barrels. The interior of the barrels are scorched by hand, then a branding iron applied, and after an extended period of making some of the world’s finest whiskies, imondi cooperates with several leading distilleries internationally to repurpose the material to create a floor that is dear to the heart of both whisky and wood aficionados alike. Reclaimed Oak, Venice In the historical town of Venice, ‘briccole’ or oak poles jut out from the surface of the calm waters of the Venetian Lagoon. Over the centuries the mineral deposits that have leached into the wood cause it to develop intriguing colors and the natural “water-embedding” process gives the wood incredible density and stability. Working directly with the Venetian authorities, imondi was the first company outside Italy permitted to give a second life to this unique and rare resource.
12 designs
Brownstone Natural
21(6) x 70–270 x 400–2200 mm
Elm, Brussels
18(6) x 50–230 x 400–1800 mm
Elm, Gloss
18(6) x 50–230 x 400–1800 mm
Brownstone Clean
21(6) x 70–230 x 400–2200 mm
Venice, Plank
19(4) x 90–270 x 400–2200 mm
Venice, Herringbone
19(4) x 100 x 600 mm
Jack & Jim, Natural
15(4) x 50–130 x 300–2100 mm
Elm, Sublime, Plank
18(6) x 50–230 x 400–1800 mm
Elm, Sublime, Herringbone
18(6) x 90 x 540 mm
Elm, Raw
18(6) x 50–230 x 400–1800 mm
Teak, Weathered
21(6) x 50–230 x 400–2200 mm
Cladding, ZOWIE!
15–25(5–15) x 280 x 1000 mm
Specifications
| Species | Reclaimed oak (including briccole poles from the Venetian canals), reclaimed elm and reclaimed teak |
|---|---|
| Construction | Engineered: reclaimed wear layer on a plywood base, 15–21 mm thick with a 4–6 mm wear layer depending on species |
| Formats | Mixed-width plank and herringbone; widths and lengths vary with the source timber — see each product’s spec sheet |
| Wall cladding | ZOWIE! reclaimed elm: 15–25(5–15) x 280 x 1000 mm, unfinished |
| Finishes | Matt oil or matt waterborne lacquer, hand-applied, or unfinished |
| Colours | Oak: Brownstone Natural, Brownstone Clean, Venice, Jack & Jim Natural. Elm: Brussels, Gloss, Sublime, Raw. Teak: Weathered |
| Underfloor heating | Suitable (water or electric); maximum floor surface temperature 27 °C — see our underfloor heating guide |
| Certification | FSC® chain of custody available upon application; contributes to LEED MR and IEQ credits — see sustainability |
| Lead time | Typically 4–6 weeks from order confirmation |
| Minimum order | No minimum for stock items; made-to-order finishes from 100 m² |
Sizes in mm: total thickness (wear layer) x width x length. Full formats for every collection: Wood format specifications.
Questions buyers ask
What is Venice flooring made from?
Briccole — the oak mooring poles that mark the channels of the Venetian lagoon. They are replaced every few years as shipworm and tides wear them, and we re-saw the sound timber into flooring.
Is reclaimed elm suitable for flooring?
Yes. Chinese elm is hard, strongly figured and stable in our 18 mm engineered construction with a 6 mm wear layer; it is one of our most specified species for hospitality.
Can the elm cladding be used outdoors?
ZOWIE! is designed for interior walls and ceilings. For covered exterior use, ask us about finish options.
Can I combine species in one project?
Yes. Many projects pair Venice oak floors with ZOWIE! elm cladding; we finish both at the same factory so tones are matched.
