Thank you, I went ahead and used the barn wood, ripped it down and planed it smooth. The reclaimed wood gives it a rustic look I think.
http://i1062.photobucket.com/albums...F-467A-AD47-DAE91AB36B50_zpshvew4dcv.jpgFor the record on the 10 board sizes: 8 boards were 1.25" x 7.50" x 107" and the 2 outer edge boards were 1.25" x 9.50" x 107".