Architectural Salvage Blog

Grand Estate Turned Convent Gives Up Some of its Well-Preserved Treasures

August 2, 2022 /

A pair of 1940s hand carved marble statues of ministering angels were rescued by Olde Good Things from a massive sugar baron’s estate […]

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An Abbreviated History of Stained Glass Windows

July 29, 2022 /

Stained glass dates back to at least the Roman Empire when craftsmen peddled wares including stained glass. The history of stained glass takes […]

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Joe Stren Featured on Top Floor Podcast

July 11, 2022 /

If you love the idea of dumpster diving, you don’t want to miss this episode of Top Floor Podcast. One of the founders […]

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A Custom Family Home on a Creative Budget in California’s Central Valley

July 6, 2022 /

This family built an entire home around the “special” pieces they found at Olde Good Things. The storefront doors that open into the […]

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Everything and the Kitchen Sink – Incorporating Classic Bathtubs and Sinks Into Contemporary Settings

June 14, 2022 /

Lovers of reclaimed architectural salvage appreciate the juxtaposition of old and new. It’s not just about the inherent green lifestyle of saving great […]

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3 DIY Videos to Help You Strip A Door

May 9, 2022 /

Reclaimed doors are a treasure, but sometimes treasure needs a little polishing. Whether you want to take your vintage architectural salvage doors down […]

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