Recycle reclaimed materials and remodel for less
Remodeling your home doesn’t have to break the bank. Buying reclaimed materials, from doors to appliances, can help save you 40 percent to 60 percent.
Here’s how to do it.
· When shopping for reclaimed items, give yourself plenty of time to do some hunting. You may not find what you’re looking for right away, so be willing to make multiple trips.
· Salvage stores are stocked with materials from deconstruction of homes, schools, and offices. You can find anything from doors to sinks to light fixtures.
· Make sure to use caution when shopping for reclaimed materials. Older materials may contain hazardous products, such as lead paint. While most stores will alert you to these products, always check before you buy.
· Make sure the reclaimed bargain won’t cost you in the long run. Make certain that doors will fit the current frame at your house and that stoves and refrigerators are the correct dimensions — especially depth. Don’t buy items that you’ll have to spend too much money on to restore.
Best of all, not only does remodeling with reclaimed materials save you money, but it also helps preserve the environment.
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