Architectural salvage adds so much detail to a home. I have used salvage extensively in our home, and if you want instant character, this is definitely one way you can get it.
Here are several ways you can use salvage in your home.
You can go big or small. Below you can see an antique corbel in my bookcase on the right. That was so easy to buy and place on my bookcase. The pediment at the top is also salvage that I added after the bookcase was built.
Here is salvage from a church. It’s so pretty and has intricate carved details.
The column base below is from Europe. I bought it at Round Top, so I really don’t know where it came from, but it’s gorgeous in person.
I also used beams from the salvage yard for my kitchen. They added such a charming touch. Here’s the interesting thing about these beams, they seem to morph into what the viewer wants to see. Someone from Alaska, said it reminded him of Alaska. Another visitor was charmed by the beams she said were ‘Tudor’. Still our friend from France, thought they looked very French country.
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Here is another view of those old beams.
We used old reclaimed beadboard for our ceiling on the porch.
Old doors from an antique auction work well with barn door hanging hardware.
Here’s an old iron fence post that is now our stairs newel post.
We used tin ceiling tiles for wall artwork. An old board became a shelf when I paired it with antique corbels.
Here’s a close up of the ceiling tile.
We also used reclaimed oak floors for our flooring.
So what is the best way to add salvage to your home? Choose whether you want to do it big or small, then go to a salvage yard, antique store, auction, or order from eBay. There are lots of sources; be sure to check around in your town or city. Obviously some of these projects are big, so you will probably need to hire someone to handle the install for you.
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Wow, what an assortment of great ideas! I would never have thought of the Newell post. ep up the great work.
Ok, now you have to come to San Antonio so we can shop at Architectural Antiques. They have it all. Way more than Adkins in Houston. I’ll get the guest room ready.
Ginger
Ginger that sounds like fun!
Great post – great ideas! Love it all, but I am especially fond of the column from Europe !
Love these ideas !! One of my favorite blogs!
Thanks Mary! How kind.
I love, love, love how you brought history into your home. In a sense they each have a “speaking” part – their own story. Your home is very welcoming and lovely.
What a great way to phrase that Sharon!
This is a favorite topic of mine! I went to a Vintage Market this weekend and over half of the merchandise was Faux vintage! I want authentic vintage! Love the column base and barn doors! You are my favorite blogger!
Anita, I love how you have added salvage and made your home even more lovely! I especially love the shelf with the salvaged corbels! Corbels are a favorite of mine.
Loved the podcast. Have always loved old stuff n “junk”.
Your use of salvaged items are all wonderful!
All of these ideas are fabulous! I love adding salvage to my home, it is just so hard to find exactly what I am looking for. There is something special about finding old pieces and bringing them into your home for new life!
The barn doors look beautiful I absolutely love them . Salvage items make a home look unique. because they all have a story to tell…. Have a wonderful day .
I really like the old doors mounted with barn door hanging hardware. They are perfectly chippy 🙂
Anita what are some of your favorite architectural salvage places to shop in Texas?
Great ideas and decorating tips. I love all the ideas that you defined very beautifully and with amazing images.
I love all these gorgeous salvage decor ideas! 🙂
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Hope to see you on Friday!
Michelle
The Painted Hinge
http://www.thepaintedhinge.com
Wow, what an amazing information. I really like it very much. The most amazing thing in your blog that I the most is the kitchen area. I definitely going to follow your tips. Keep sharing this.
Hi Anita, I’d like to thank you for your explanation that even these kinds of home decors add value to our home. I need to forward this to my friend who is now thinking of selling her house. If she can follow some of your tips, she’ll surely sell it at an awesome price! Have a great day!