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What do farmers keep in their barn?

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Barns are structures used for storage of agricultural products, such as hay, grain, and fruits, and the sheltering of livestock, such as cattle, horses, and sheep. The specific use of a barn determines the structure’s form. Many barns in the San Juan Islands were built for specific purposes, such as dairying or fruit storage. However, because farms in the islands were also small and diversified, many barns were used for several purposes. General purpose barns were constructed to house livestock and store farm products. On small, diversified farms, the barn might house work horses, both dairy and beef cattle, sheep, hogs, chickens, and turkeys. However, because milk and other dairy products easily absorbed odors from other animals, and were in danger of contamination from dust and flies, when farmers expanded their dairy production they often built separate dairy barns or segregated the dairy operations to a milking parlor or shed separated by walls from other livestock. The most common farm product stored in barns was hay, piled in areas called mows. However, grain could be stored in bins within the general purpose barn, as well as some vegetable products such as squash. General attributes of most barns included convenience, sanitation, economy, and appearance. Convenience consisted of minimizing the labor expended in regular farm chores such as feeding, milking, and cleaning. Sanitation, which was important for both the health of the animals and the wholesomeness of farm products such as milk, was observed through the provision of adequate lighting, drainage, and ventilation. Economy encompassed the provision of the most cost effective and functional spaces and procedures for the practice of successful farming. Finally, farmers did not neglect appearance: a beautiful barn expressed the farmer’s care and attention as well as representing the value that they placed on their livelihood.

Specific uses of barns are described on these pages:

Note: In the specific uses, the statistics on various crops are generally taken from the Agricultural Census of the United States, the earliest of which was conducted in 1880 for San Juan County. The last one noted herein, 1959, coincides with the end of the period of significance of this study. These censuses were initially conducted in sync with the decennial census of the population—1880, 1890, 1900, 1910, and 1920—and then every five years, excepting 1935, until 1950. The next census was taken four years later—in 1954—and then continued every five years thereafter.

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Why do barns have sliding doors?

Built for Function Barn doors were invented with function in mind. Sliding barns doors like the one's Sawmill Designs specializes in came into existence because they allowed farmers to easily open them without the fear of wind catching such giant doors of their barns.

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Built for Function

Barn doors were invented with function in mind. Sliding barns doors like the one’s Sawmill Designs specializes in came into existence because they allowed farmers to easily open them without the fear of wind catching such giant doors of their barns. The ability to slide over swing also eliminated the possibility of cold air rushing into the barn and startling livestock. The classic Z pattern you see on our Wynnbrook style door is very reminiscent of the first barn doors. The iconic X and Z patterns, historically painted white against the red door, were created for function too. These practical patterns provided extra reinforcement for such large doors.

Reimagined for Style

Added reinforcement and sliding capability aren’t necessary anymore for doors of the modern home. That’s why Sawmill Designs barn doors are available in all types of styles and fully able to be hinge-hung. Whether you’re looking for style, function, or both in a barn door, we’ve got you covered. What separates Sawmill Designs’ barn doors from others? The answer is simple to say—experience, quality, and customization—but has taken years to prove. Because of our affiliation with Cochran’s Lumber, our expertise spans over 40 years. The products are of the highest quality white oak or authentically reclaimed lumber. Our craftsman is among the most reputable in the lumber industry. We invite you to experiences the Sawmill Designs difference. We guarantee you won’t be disappointed! Sawmill Designs Inc, a division of Cochran’s Lumber, is a family-owned and operated company that has been providing our clients with distinctive reclaimed and new wood products for over 40 years. From box beams to barn doors, and reclaimed barn siding, each piece is handcrafted to meet the desire of each client.

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