Reclaimed and antique building materials in Belgium

Reclaimed building materials for renovation and new construction

In Belgium, reused materials are often described as reclaimed or recuperated materials. These are materials recovered from existing buildings or sites and used again. They may be old bricks, but also floor tiles, roof tiles, paving or doors.

They are chosen for their natural ageing, colour variation and texture. This makes them suitable for restoration and renovation, as well as for new construction with an authentic appearance. They do not need to originate from the same region. What matters is whether their size, colour, technical condition and available quantity suit the project.

Which reclaimed building materials do we supply in Belgium?

Reclaimed bricks and old masonry bricks

A large part of our range consists of old masonry bricks. These include handmade bricks, moulded bricks, IJssel bricks, Frisian yellow bricks and other historic batches in different sizes and colour variations. Belgian customers specifically looking for recuperated bricks can also read our page about reclaimed bricks in Belgium.

Old floor tiles and traditional terracotta tiles

For interiors, outbuildings and other flooring projects, we supply reclaimed floor tiles, including old floor tiles and traditional Dutch terracotta floor tiles. Every batch of old flooring differs in size, thickness, colour and surface. Wherever possible, product pages show the current dimensions, price and available square metres.

Roof tiles, paving and old doors

Van Dillen also offers old roof tiles, reclaimed paving and a large, changing collection of period internal doors. This allows you to combine several parts of a renovation or new-build project through one supplier.

Reclaimed, second-hand, used or antique

The terms reclaimed building materials, recuperated materials, used building materials, second-hand building materials and antique building materials are not always used in exactly the same way. In practice, customers usually use them to find materials that have been used before and can be used again. We therefore use these descriptions alongside each other where appropriate.

When choosing a batch, we prefer to focus on specific characteristics: material type, size, colour, condition, available quantity and intended use. This prevents a material from being chosen only by its name when another batch may be a better technical or visual match.

Selecting by stock, size and quantity

Every batch of old building materials is finite. For a complete facade, floor or larger paved area, first check whether enough material from the same batch is available. Also allow for cutting waste, breakage, sorting and a practical reserve.

Our product and category pages show current dimensions, price and stock wherever possible. If you need a specific colour, size or quantity, include the intended use and required quantities in your enquiry. We can then indicate more precisely which batches may be suitable.

Delivery of old building materials throughout Belgium

We regularly deliver materials from the Netherlands to Belgium. Delivery is possible to Antwerp, Ghent, Bruges, Leuven, Hasselt, Mechelen, Kortrijk and Brussels, among other places, as well as other towns and rural locations.

Transport costs mainly depend on volume, postcode, packaging type and access to the unloading point. Please include the required quantity and postcode with your enquiry. More practical information is available in our guide to delivery throughout the Netherlands and Belgium.

Buying old building materials in Belgium

Would you like reclaimed or old building materials delivered in Belgium? Browse the current range first and note which products or material types appeal to you. Include the required quantity, size or colour variation and the Belgian postcode in your enquiry. This enables us to assess availability and transport more accurately.

For an initial idea of costs, see our price indications. We also answer common questions about stock, packaging, delivery and reservations in our frequently asked questions.

Frequently asked questions about reclaimed building materials in Belgium

Do you deliver throughout Belgium?

Yes. Delivery is available throughout Belgium. To provide a transport indication, we need the postcode, required quantity and information about the unloading point.

Are reclaimed and antique building materials the same?

The terms overlap considerably. Reclaimed primarily emphasises recovery and reuse, while antique or old generally refers to age and appearance. The main considerations when choosing a batch are size, condition, quantity and intended use.

Can I view the materials first?

Yes. Our main stock can be viewed in Bolsward. For larger projects, it is often sensible to compare batches and examine their size, colour and texture beforehand.

Are all materials ready for immediate reuse?

This varies by material and batch. Masonry bricks are cleaned and sorted where necessary. For other materials, preparation depends on their condition when they arrive. Product information provides further details wherever possible.