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

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Lovers of reclaimed architectural salvage appreciate the juxtaposition of old and new. It’s not just about the inherent green lifestyle of saving great pieces from the landfill for reuse. High-end salvage aficionados savor the value of preserved pieces made with classic craftsmanship for their beauty and durability.

At Olde Good Things, we love bringing classic sinks and bathtubs into the shop so our customers can find that perfect soaking tub or vintage industrial sink.

Imagine what you could do with this unique vintage 6-unit school sink with cast iron legs. Use for a gardening tub, in barn stalls, or as a classic industrial-farmhouse piece anywhere. Or take home one of these much beloved extra deep sinks, like this reclaimed industrial steel double sink.

Many OGT vintage plumbing pieces are incorporated successfully in contemporary settings like homes, restaurants, retail, and offices. It is exciting to have a classic piece with a story behind it. A Modern Kohler black granite and walnut veneer bathroom vanity with sink blends seamlessly into modern designs, while a more vintage oval pedestal sink with crackled finish can provide that stark contrast of old and new that lends an edge to your design.

You can visit some of the articles in our Customer Showcase to see how contemporary business owners and designers have welcomed vintage industrial plumbing elements into their designs.

Whether you are looking for a vintage retro Hollywood tub to soak in like this 1950s light blue bathtub, or a more Victorian-industrial glam with a 1900s white earthenware corner bathtub or standard cast iron clawfoot bathtub, so popular in old houses-turned-apartments or classic vintage apartment buildings, a reclaimed bathtub brings an air of glamor and mystery.

Designers, restaurant and retail business owners, set designers, prop procurers, and homeowners alike are welcome to browse our vintage plumbing components or ask questions about incorporating our classic reclaimed pieces into your set or space. Contact one of our architectural salvage experts today for your sink or bathtub.

Out With the New, In with the Olde

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With 2014 in the books, it’s time to create your New Year’s resolution for your home and start planning and designing your living space for 2015.

Reclaimed butcher block table with pipe legs

Reclaimed butcher block table with pipe legs designed and made by Olde Good Things

If your kitchen looks more like a brown bag than a gourmet diner, you might want to consider remodeling; re-tiling with salvage subway tiles, or custom ordering your own farm table is a step in a fabulous direction. Does your bathroom make you cringe rather than chill? Why not give it a new look using reclaimed bath fixtures and vintage lighting? With something as simple as replacing your cupboard knobs, you can change the ambiance from stressed to spa quickly and easily.

Looking for a bigger, more spectacular change? Why not install a salvaged or reclaimed wood mantle over your existing fireplace? Not spectacular enough? Change all the lighting fixtures in your home with vintage chandeliers, sconces, or industrial lamps.

A crystal chandelier purchased at our Chelsea location

A crystal chandelier purchased at our Chelsea location

 

It wouldn’t hurt to add a bit of drama using salvaged corrugated chicken wire glass as statement pieces in your living room or kitchen.

Olde Good Things is the one stop location for designers and end-users alike to come up with great ideas for all your future design plans both for your living or business spaces.  This year is only just beginning, but it holds much promise, especially for those who really want to keep their New Year’s Resolutions of creating a home that is all about them, their tastes, and their budget.

Add to your 2015 calendar plans to visit any or all of our four New York City showrooms, our LA store and our huge National Warehouse locations in Scranton, PA.

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