Here They Are

I can't wait to refinish these doors!!!

Oui, Zee Doors Belong to Us

We searched high and low for a pair of French doors. But these were no ordinary doors Monsieur, these were Craftsman French doors or 9 lites as they are often called that we were after. The difficulty was not in finding the doors, it was in finding that style of doors that measured 24 inches each in width and finding them in our price range.

We had found the perfect pair at a salvage yard a while back but they would not let us put them on hold. The owner said he couldn't hold them but that we should not worry because it wasn't like anyone would buy them by the time we came in the next day. When we went back the next day to get them, we were too late. Yup, he sold them to someone else!

We called a million places and visited tons of salvage yards but at the end it was good ol'faithful Craigslist that pulled through and saved the day. I could hardly believe it. Someone was selling the exact same doors we needed!!! These doors were meant for our house. It was as if someone had taken them out and they finally made their way back home to us. With some divine intervention, a little luck, and a lot of fluke they sold the doors to us and my in laws were kind enough to get them for us as a gift. Thank you, thank you. We will always think of you when see those beautiful French Doors.

pictures coming soon

Los Angeles Salvage Yards

We might have one or two we are not ready to share yet... but here are some of our favorites:

Freeway Building Materials Located in Boyle Heights. Alejandro is the owner and he is awesome!! They have amazing doors, and anything else you may be looking for. Give them a call before you head out to see if they have what you are looking for. So much inventory they have two lots. Prices were good.

Santa Fe Wrecking Co. This place has great selection of tubs and sinks. They also sell bath tub hardware and can get you old and new hardware for your tub. We dealt with Jerry and he was instrumental in giving us tips to refinish our tub. Heads up, they are moving locations so call ahead.

Olde Good Things I think they are way overpriced but sometimes you can find a good deal there. They have pretty cool pieces that are for the avid collector. You won't be disappointed but your wallet may be.

Silver Lake Architectural Salvage Bruce is who you will meet. He's not warm and fuzzy, but don't take it the wrong way. What he is, is knowledgeable with a great eye, and always on the hunt. If you do find something you like, get it or it may not be there the next day. They just cleaned up and reorganized the place so everything is easy to find.

We will keep adding to this post when we come across some more we can share with you. Tell them you found them here.