Ep 8. The Finished Product

In Barnwood Builders season 8 episode 8, titled "The Finished Product", the team is tasked with restoring a 1700s farmhouse in Salem, Ohio. The home has been in the same family for over 200 years and is in desperate need of repair. The owner, Sheryl, wants to maintain the historical integrity of the home while making it functional for modern living.

The builders begin by carefully removing the old, damaged wood and replacing it with new barnwood from a local supplier. They also salvage materials from nearby barns and mills to use throughout the renovation. The team works tirelessly to ensure that every detail of the farmhouse is authentic to the time period, while also incorporating modern amenities like plumbing and electricity.

Throughout the episode, the team faces several challenges, including a surprise rainstorm that slows their progress and a difficult installation of a vintage wood-burning stove. However, they persevere and continue to work together to achieve their goal of returning the farmhouse to its former glory.

As they near the end of the project, Sheryl is thrilled with the results and the attention to detail that the builders have shown. She marvels at how they were able to repurpose old materials and give them new life in her family's home. The team takes pride in their work and the satisfaction of knowing that they have preserved a piece of history for future generations.

In the final scenes of the episode, the builders stand back and admire their handiwork, knowing that they have transformed a dilapidated farmhouse into a vibrant and functional living space. They reflect on the challenges and triumphs of the project, and look forward to the next opportunity to restore a piece of history.