Spent $75 on 'vintage' barn wood that was just painted pallets

I drove out to this place called Rustic Relics over in Millerton, thinking I was getting these amazing old planks for a wall piece... guy swore it was from a 1900s dairy barn. Got it home, started sanding, and the 'patina' flaked off to show bright blue industrial paint and a stamp that said 'CHEP 2018'. So I basically paid for someone's free shipping pallets. Anyone know a real spot for old wood around here that won't rip me off?

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diana_flores251mo ago

Honestly that CHEP blue is a specific look some people pay extra for now. You bought a finished product with a consistent finish, which is what that shop sells. For true barn wood you need to find a demo crew, not a decor store.

angela_dixon1mo agoTop Commenter

Ugh, been there! Check with local salvage yards, they sometimes have the real stuff from tear-downs. Way cheaper and way more character.