Working with salvaged doors can be tricky if you don’t find what you need in jamb or cut to the exact measurements of your current door. Luckily, the Door House is just a few blocks down the street from Second Use and cuts and frames salvaged doors so you don’t have to.

Snag a 2016 Second Use Calendar for your chance to save 10% on your next custom framing project at the Door House and check them out online at: www.pacificirons.com

We’ve had a long relationship with Mighty House Construction and are the first to suggest them to those seeking a general contractor with an understanding of salvage. We are thrilled to see them expand their business to include Mighty Energy Solutions, which was born out of their desire to find the most efficient and low-cost technologies for your home.

In their quest to find healthy heating solutions, they discovered Ducoterra’s SolaRay Infrared Radiant Ceiling Panels, which they now offer to consumers and other contractors.  These radiant heat panels have a vast array of benefits, including:

• Directly heats items in a room, which heats surrounding air to create a comfortable living temperature
• Improves indoor air quality by reducing airborne dust, germs, and pollen
• Eliminates noisy air ducts and uneven heat distribution, plus no loss of heat due to ducts
• Fast acting system allows you to turn off system when vacant
• Saves you money by lowering operating costs
• Zero maintenance

Contrary to conventional heating systems that require plumbing, duct work, complicated wiring, and difficult and expensive installation, SolaRay infrared heater installation only requires a simple electrical connection, just like a ceiling light fixture.  SolaRay panels are light, thin, energy efficient and the panels come in either 120V or 240V models. They can be mounted on the ceiling, which we recommend to gain the best efficiency, or on the wall if so desired. The installation is done by mounting the panel to the ceiling (or wall) with screws, connecting to 120V or 240V power source and then to a wall-mounted thermostat.

View their FAQ for more information and pick up a 2016 Second Use Calendar for a coupon for a free Heating Design Consultation!

Customers often ask us to recommend contractors that work with salvaged materials, and there is always one name that comes first.  If you participate in our in house events, it won’t surprise you that Mighty House is our go to recommendation for full-service general contracting and green building.  They run our in house workshop series, participate in Ask the Expert events, and are deeply embedded in the green building community.

For 20 years, their team has provided satisfied clients in the Greater Seattle and East-Side areas with a complete array of residential remodeling and building services.  Skilled, responsive and dependable, they bring outstanding craftsmanship and value to every project – from basic renovations to whole-house remodels and additions.

If you are seeking a contractor that has a strong knowledge of salvaged building materials as well as the the latest in green building practices, Mighty House is an obvious choice. Visit their site for more information and don’t miss our Mighty House Workshop Series (dates available in our 2016 Second Use Calendar).

When you need a clawfoot tub, farm house sink, drinking fountain, or other vintage plumbing fixture, you know you can dependably check Second Use first. But when you need that tub or sink to be in pristine condition, did you know refinishing and restoration can be accessible and dependable too? Finding the right refinisher can be a challenge, but we’ve been quite pleased with the work we’ve seen of Seattle Bathtub Solutions.  They have an outpouring of positive reviews and their owner/technician, Graham couldn’t be more responsive.

When you stumble across the perfect fixture with signs of damage, wear, chips, rust, stains, or an outdated finish, consider refinishing as a low-cost alternative to buying new. Seattle Bathtub Solutions prides themselves on excellent customer service and high quality craftsmanship, using only the industry’s best materials. They tailor their services and prices to meet the needs of each customer’s project, whether it’s a full refinish or a simple chip repair. They spend time consulting with every customer over the phone and onsite, explaining their process and recommendations for keeping surfaces looking great and lasting longer.

Contact them online for a quote and don’t forget to snag a 2016 Second Use Calendar for their exclusive offer of $50 Off Tub Refinishing of $295 and Up!

As passionate advocates of reuse, we are always thrilled to recommend other businesses that prioritize the creative upcycling of resources. Bedrock Industries is by no means a newcomer to the reuse game- they’ve been around since 1992 and were committed to creating merchandise that offers consumers a path to conscious consumption before “going green” was a thing.  Their products are made by hand in the Interbay neighborhood of Seattle using glass waste they collect and recycle into a wide range of goods including tile, garden art, mosaic supplies and a variety of home decor items.  

Not unlike many of our salvaged materials, their glass products are a vibrant, sustainable addition to any space that double as a conversation piece.

Visit their Stoneyard shop or shop online to see for yourself, and don’t miss your chance to snag thier coupon for 25% Off Blazestone Tile 2nds or 10% Off Blazestone 1st Quality Tile in our 2016 Second Use Calendar!

If you’re in search of an interior designer that is experienced and passionate about working with salvaged materials, look no further than Design Harmony.  These longtime Second Use customers have proven their knack for reclaiming and refurbishing materials time and time again.

Their portfolio reflects their strong attention to detail and consideration of the client’s lifestyle. It’s no surprise that they were a finalist on HGTV’s Fresh Faces of Design and recognized as “The Best of Houzz” for both service and design.

Check out their Facebook and Houzz pages for even more photos of their work and don’t miss their exclusive offer in the 2016 Second Use Calendar, available for just $6 through mid-January at the store.

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