Had a great time poking around here. We originally were exposed to the Aberdeen WA location and enjoyed it so much we sought out this Tacoma location while in the area for a sporting event. Hubs is a big hands-on salvage and antique hound; I'm basically along for the ride but have come around to noticing the value in a sea of things. We even brought our 21yo son with us and he seemed impressed with the inventory (stayed off his phone at least). Our best finds have been light fixtures so far. The range of items is impressive. There is an expansive outdoor area at this location and we spent a fair amount of time looking at interior doors. Will return! read more

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Unique, eclectic, vintage, retro, useful previously worn home and or business wares. See photos for examples. Wear warm clothes if it is not Summer, in the shade and indoor it is cold. But there is lots to see, get ideas for home or business improvements. Or if you already have an idea go see if they have what you need. Everyone we encountered were very friendly and helpful. read more

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Highly expected to buy some stuff from here, which i did the first time. But now coming back, prices where changed with tags already on them, us being present. Which we were not happy. Second hand, cant sell as if it was retail. WAY OVERPRICED. read more

As good as salvage gets! Always unique finds from older buildings in Seattle and Tacoma as well older homes and structures. Lighting and knobs, crystals and iron works. Never know what will show up here. read more

When you have imagination and see things through a creative lens, then this place is an adventure and an endless supply of opportunity. So many ways to reuse and recycle. read more

Earthwise Architectural Salvage - Hardware Stores Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

My husband and I are big fans of salvage stores. We have been to the Earthwise location in Sodo many times -- sometime just to browse, sometimes because we are looking for a particular item. In either case, we have always enjoyed wandering around there and have frequently left with some small (or large) trinket. So, when life brought us down to Tacoma one recent day, we decided to check out Earthwise's recently-opened second location there. It is smaller than the Seattle store, but still full of lots interesting "stuff" -- doors, windows, appliances, toilet seats (in just about every pastel you can imagine), phones, cabinet hardware, lighting fixtures, etc. Oh, and a giant stuffed lion. (I'm not sure if he is for sale or is just there to keep an eye on things.) The store is adjacent to Hillsdale Lumber and Sawmill, and, as such, has a huge stock of lumber and the ability to cut it to size. My husband was impressed with both the selection and the prices. We only saw one person working at the store today, but she was very friendly and helpful. She greeted us and and other customers, chatting us up a bit so she'd know why we were there and doing all she could to make sure each person found what they were seeking -- or just enjoyed just looking around. Now that we know exactly where to find the Tacoma store -- and have seen the cool things that are to be had there -- I see many return trips in our future. read more

Earthwise Architectural Salvage - Hardware Stores Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

Great salvage shop. We went for antique door parts and they have everything we needed and a fantastic price too. There is tons of stuff and super helpful staff. We will definitely be going back soon and often. It is seriously a treasure trove! read more

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Very cool architectural salvage/re-purposing mecca. Lots of cool older architectural accents can be found here like the huge Queen Anne school window arches with windows intact! The state of each item varies, and most everything is outdoors or in a barn-like environment where the elements continue to deepen the patina of the antiques you'll find. In addition to architectural treasures, you can find anything from old gym flooring to marble, sinks, toilets and some American history if you keep your eyes open! My husband found a mechanical box tucked in the corner with a $15 tag. Come to find out there's one in the Smithsonian, and it's historical value is far beyond the price we paid. You can also bring your own treasures for trade or sale? Staff here is super friendly, and happy to be there. Dress accordingly. Happy hunting! read more

Only been here once. .. I'm new to this kinda place, but I loved it! I'd go back when I'm looking for more cool stuff. I bought this window for $50. Seemed a tad pricey maybe since it's a salvage yard. .But like I said, I'm new to this kinda shopping. Guy was super friendly. Showed us where more stuff was and helped me out with my find. Was heavy. read more

Earthwise Architectural Salvage - Look what I made with my find there! - Hardware Stores Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

They have lots of reclaimed lumber, fixtures and salvaged stuff in a clean, well organized space. Nice people and enough variety to keep you browsing for a while. read more

this is one of my favorite places to "find" treasures- the "watch for children" sign, the sink/faucet combo, and the charcoal trim was from earthwise. the staff work hard to find cool items to repurpose. we have purchased doors, windows, sinks, and (much) more. i love digging around in their yard on a drizzly tuesday. there is an earthwise in aberdeen that's awesome, and one in seattle (fun to look but definitely more pricy than its rural siblings) . read more

Earthwise Architectural Salvage - "watch for children" sign, koehler sink/faucet, and trim were all repurposed/up cycled from earthwise tacoma - Hardware Stores Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

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If you've got a busted hinge pin for the front door of your 1924 Craftsman home or if you just like old stuff- this is the place for you. Lots of lighting fixtures, old doors and windows, tubs and toilets plus conversation to spare. The folks are friendly, the stuff is cool. read more

5 stars for the friendly staff and the fantastic variety of items for sale there. They have all kinds of old stuff to look at, and if you're doing any restoration work on an old home and looking for vintage bits and pieces this place is worth checking out. Have to take some stars off for pricing though - it's very high considering the actual value and condition of most of their inventory. I *generally* find better prices for similar items at Second Use and the Habitat for Humanity stores nearby. read more

SO excited to start shopping here for our fixer upper home! They have absolutely everything you need for construction especially if you are planning on restoring an old home. They have clawfoot tubs, toilets, kitchen appliances, lighting fixtures, hardware, sinks, windows, doors, and much more! Not sure if they normally do, but they did not have kitchen cabinets, bedroom furniture, tables, couches Etc...more so structural stuff and appliances. Very fair prices and great finds and super nice and helpful people! read more

Earthwise Architectural Salvage - Tile Pricing Guide - Hardware Stores Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

Earthwise is my favorite place to spend free time when I'm in Tacoma. Every time I visit, I discover another nook that I hadn't seen before. This week, I found the appliances are tucked back in behind the lumber area and they all look in great shape. Appliances are removed from homes by Earthwise staff and they have a 14-day 100% return policy if they don't work. read more

We live near this business and have stopped on several occasions. We have even bought a couple things there (framed window, handles). I am aghast, however at their general pricing. Most times we leave realizing few in their right minds would pay those prices. My wife (being the creative one) decided to fashion a pantry door using weathered corrugated metal roofing. We stopped in today and looked at metal roofing and found stuff that would work and notice an 8 foot piece of bent up weathered corrugated roofing was 5 dollars a lineal foot. I looked online and found that same piece at Home Depot for 12 dollars for the 8 foot piece. It's impressive they can stay in business charging these prices. read more

Earthwise has been my friendly work neighbor for a couple years. Not only is their staff friendly, full of knowledge, but they also go above and beyond for everyone that they meet. My husband and I bought a new house, our fridge broke. In a panic I turned to Earthwise and they got me my dream fridge! They sent photos, confirmed all measurements and delivered it to my home! I am so grateful for them. I send my customers their way all the time to fulfill their Pinterest projects because it's my go to place as well! Thank you to the team at Earthwise, I will see you soon! read more

We were looking for neat odds and ends to make our home unique and love to shop vintage/used/thrift to this end. Earthwise has so many unique housing and salvage goods such as old claw-foot tubs, church pews, salvaged wood, gardening stuff and planters, great lighting fixtures, vintage door knobs, and much more . There were some many things that I wanted to buy. We bought some nice looking worn wood to make a bed frame and some industrial large wheels for the footing for 30 bucks in total. I Also bought super neat book ends with little globes on them in their office show room. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful- we enjoyed chatting with her. I give it 5 stars because it has all the elements I expect in a salvage store and more- really neat stuff- and with that said, here are two small things to consider -some of the items are more pricey than I would have expected and generally i have seen less expensive salvage goods stores. However I support their effort to have a thriving business and so I'll pay it - or find stuff there that is more reasonably priced (bed frame makings I mentioned we found for 30 bucks). Second, this is not a critique, but rather a fact for most salvage stores - you usually can't go and expect to find a very specific things (except for vintage door knobs, they have hella door knobs) - it's the kind of place where items find you. I'll certainly be going back often for treasures. read more

I lived in Georgia for a couple years and I can tell you for fact EarthWise is far over priced. I was fortunate enough to bring back a trailer load of stuff in order to start my business here without paying Earth Wise prices. In fact i save more money by traveling back to Georgia, or any where else east of Seattle or Tacoma in order to keep my business profitable and bring the same savings to my customers. Earth Wise needs to embrace the fact that Reclaimed and repurposed products and not just for the rich hippster read more

Small, overpriced. All of their lumber is left uncovered for the weather and elements to warp. My husband and I were looking for small pieces like fixtures faucets, door knobs. Everything was overpriced and needed lots of love. I love finding hidden treasures and spending time to make them functional, but not if its priced like its new! It's worth the drive to Portland, to go to The ReBuilding Center for all your salvage needs! Although it's still fun to walk around and check out what they've got! read more

Great selection of fun stuff, but way overpriced! It is a blast to look around at all of the reclaimed items, but you will save money by watching Craiglist or Offer Up for the same items at a cheaper price. read more

One of the best laid out recycle centers I have ever been to! They have everything you would need to restore your old house of to create your favorite projects! read more

Awesome selection of antique and unique items. Friendly staff ready to help. Inventory is always changing so I stop by regularly so I don't miss out on anything....One of the coolest thing I like is the old growth beam selection and solid wood endgrain tiles! Definatly worth checking out! read more

Went to earthwise with my wife - they were very helpful finding the things we need for her project and even modified one of their sales items to make it work for us. I would highly recommend. Prices are fair also compared to others in the same business. read more

Poor customer service from a younger lady with a septum piercing at the front desk. I was there to pickup furniture for someone else giving all the information I had and in return received a defensive response that wasn't customer oriented at all. It's important for a positive mental attitude being the face of a business and this person clearly could care less. Then there's the pricing, way overpriced. You're better off just taking the time to fish craigslist for much better deals and not to mention the self reward from the hunt! Shop elsewhere! read more

Friendly and helpful staff, if your looking for a special piece to repair an old fixture or replace a door they have a big selection to look through. You can even bring in old home salvage items lights, handles, doors, windows, and other just call to see if they'll take what you have and they will give you store credit. There's not a lot of salvage yards in Tacoma, so it's nice to have this one to go to! read more

Love salvage businesses, so stopped by to see if they might have a door and windows that I could use to remodel my studio. Lots of really neat things and I like how it is organized. Employees were pleasant and helpful. Wasn't able to find what I needed on this trip, but definitely will be going back to keep looking. read more

Fun, fun place. Even better to have this resource locally (Tacoma). Sometimes we go there just to shop for ideas. Other times we have a specific project in mind. Most recently we've found materials to make all of the workbenches in my studio space--old 4x4 posts, fir 2x4's with beautiful gray patina, slabs of a glue-lam beam for the top surface--you just can't find that kind of character in a big box store. Along the way we scored an industrial baking pan (think half-dozen metal loaf pans soldered together in a metal frame), which is pretty grungy in it's current state but ought to be great for holding shop supplies once it's sandblasted. Yes, it can be cold and wet to go there in the wintertime. Some (not all) materials are outdoors year-round; it's unfortunate that they don't have more covered space. Some stuff can be used directly; other stuff benefits from being re-imagined before use. But this is a salvage yard. That's part of the package. Tracy and Elise are great--helpful, knowledgeable and friendly! read more

I love this place! There are so many unique items to look at. Any DIY project you find on Pinterest, they have the supplies for. Went in for hinges, latches and handles to build two Dutch doors (using instead of baby gates for our stairs) and got heavy duty ones for less than 20 dollars. Definitely a cool place to check out on a weekend, and you can't beat their prices. read more

Great place if you want to spend $200 on a rusty saw blade to hang in your loft apartment.