Meet the Team

The Reclaimed Wood Experts

OWNER – TOM GATES

With over 30 years in custom fine cabinetry, home remodeling, and design, Tom is a major asset to the quality and production here at TAG. Tom now offers a full mill shop in house here at TAG. Tom’s quality workmanship stands the test of time as one of Orange County’s highest rated general contractor/carpenters.

OWNER – JOHN FRIEND

John brings a seasoned and thoughtful leadership to True American Grain. John is involved with the full process, which reflects on the quality here at TAG. Customer service and satisfaction is his number one priority, and is why TAG continues to be Southern California’s leading supplier of reclaimed wood materials.

IN MEMORY OF DALE ZEMONT – A KEY PERSON IN TAG’s SUCCESS

Dale, owner and founder of “Story Creek Vintage Wood Products” teamed up with True American Grain Reclaimed Wood on all of our custom builds and installs. Involved in the construction industry for over 40 years, Dale’s work can be seen all over Southern California, including the Stone Brewery in Temecula. As TAG’s in-house carpenter and with his knowledge and experience, his work far exceeded all of our customer’s needs.