Vent: Scored some awesome old wood for my shed build, but now I'm feeling guilty about it

I mean, maybe it's just me, but I was pumped to get this weathered barn wood for my backyard shed project. The guy selling it online gave me a great deal, and it looks perfect for what I need. When I went to pick it up, though, he kinda hinted that it came from a place that was torn down without proper permits. Now I'm torn because using reclaimed stuff seems good, but I don't want to be part of something sketchy. Idk, like, is it okay to use materials if you're not sure where they really came from? I just wanted to save some cash and do things myself. What would you guys do in this spot?

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carter.john1mo ago

Tbh, my own shed is made from stuff I'm pretty sure fell off a truck. If yours holds together longer than mine did, you're already winning.

christopherstone1mo ago

Feel you, @carter.john, mine's basically glorified kindling.

xenar141mo ago

Man, my buddy's shed collapsed in a light breeze last year.