A post from ReBuilding Center's social media caught my eye, and I stopped in to see if the item would work for me. Unfortunately, it was a little damaged and I didn't want to take on the repair. But that's how shopping here goes: check the inventory frequently, cross your fingers that they have the right size or enough of the thing you need, and accept that even if it doesn't work for you it is going to a better home and not the dump. They've got inventory of all kinds, but I'd say primarily it's cabinets, sinks and tubs, lighting, wood, doors and windows. They do have a website with some online inventory and you can always call ahead to see if something is still in stock. I especially appreciate their education opportunities. I've taken a few classes about building tables, and a little free library, and I'm signed up for my next class with them about tiling! read more

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The perfect place to search for treasures for your next home project! It'd been awhile since I'd been in but stopped in with my sisters to hunt for some items for her upcoming home improvement projects. I had forgotten how many fun items they had to search through! They have about everything you can think of from doors to drawers to cabinets to lighting. Just about anything your home improvement heart desires. I learned they offer classes as well, how neat! The staff is friendly and helpful. Definitely stop on in for a fun treasure hunt! read more

Not the same as it used to be. I went to look for tile and saw none this time. It's like the building is only half of what it used to be. The selection of lighting, bathroom sinks etc isn't there anymore. read more

Span of about an entire block - no really. From wires, to lights, to doors, to knobs, sinks, bowls, tiles, paint, lumber, old school desk/chairs, venue seating, insulations, nails, power tools (if you get lucky) - a very good likely hood that you'll find it here. If you are in the mood for being creative, empty your minds in here. Lots of drop offs occur along this Mississipi street! Parking isn't too bad, if you've got the time definitely stop by and be in awezement (awesome amazement - kinda like "fetch" :D ). Lots of austentacious items. Ready to be lost in a religious DIY experience? Ready, set - Go to the ReBuilding Center! *Street Parking *Asthma people - cover up, its dusty in here *Very friendly staff read more

The center does a good job of organizing their massive inventory, and I've gotten some good deals there. Customer service could improve. Helpers or employees get to pick & choose which paying customers they help? If I'm in there paying for a salvage item, the woman at the register can still demand an additional "donation"? Don't I shop there to contribute to their non-profit? read more

The staff here is so kind. I love searching through the store for new treasures and make a point to swing by when in Portland.

Trying to support them. New and unsure where to drop off, nobody around, and instead of a thank you, I was made to feel stupid (there was a sign saying drop off in alley but also with a big arrow pointed to a loading area). One of the items I was donating wasn't accepted which is fine, but making me feel like I was trying to exploit their organization by dumping garbage was uncool. What about a "thank you anyway" or a "shoot, sorry about that." Geez, sorry I wasted 20 seconds of your time after driving a half hour to support your organization. :( I love this cause and vision. Maybe some customer service training could be offered. read more

A charity organization with the inventory of a for profit company. This is a must visit place. Tons of choices. Materials are all indoors. Locally operated. It's not ultra high end but lots of choices if you are on a modest Budget for your project. read more

They have some of everything, at really doable cost. And all upcycled means keeping perfectly good material out of landfills and back up as (or on) a wall. I don't have a need for a beautiful farmhouse porcelain sink, but for $20 I had a great want for it! Great people, great vibe, smart place. Thanks for smart salvage. read more

You really have to watch out...lot of broken items, leaking dishwashers, unsafe light fixtures for top dollar, needing real repair. Also many great bargains and good stuff. Pricing: I let 2 of the paid staff know they're charging 2x retail for some items, and the response was "some times you pay." Well...it's theft to charge 200% of what something costs retail, for nothing-special reclaimed commodity material like a standard 2x4. So...be responsive. You should have better ethics, staff willing to receive information, and you may find, some liability when selling broken items. Put a disclaimer on that cloth-wrapped wire, or a fixture which cannot be installed at a junction box, or a dishwasher which obviously could leak (check the rust) and wipe out someone's home. read more

A real gem. I go to the RBC for anything building related before heading to the big box stores. Always something you didn't know you needed before. read more

This place is amazing. Don't shop big box home improvement stores before going here first. The prices are so good and the people who work and volunteer here are the best. read more

the giant cob tree and structure at the street entrance make one think you're about to enter a fantasy land, and you are. this place is huge with so much stuff. who thought door fixtures could be so fascinating? I wanted one of the big restaurant ovens. Besides all the aesthetiic wonder and curiosity, there's so much practical value here (though important to be able to evaluate what you're buying. Folks working here very helpful. read more

This simply a cool place to go to get stuff for your home. That is, if you are a fix-it kind of person. This isn't slot A, tab B, IKEA furniture. This is sanding, refinishing, painting and make that cool piece work in your house. Reclaimed wood flooring, windows, doors, shelving, mantle places, molding and I'm sure fixtures were around as well. I didn't wander for too long. Huge places, a few buildings actually and friendly staff. Just look for the people with the hammer logos. Enjoy. read more

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I can only comment from the perspective of a donor. We donated all of our kitchen cabinets this past summer, and have not received a receipt or any statement regarding the value of that donation. Communication was great until the pick up. After the pick up (which we helped load) we were never provided a receipt and our text messages went unanswered. read more

Well isn't this just a neat little place. Signed the girlfriend and I up for a date night for a class here to make boxes. Nevermind that it was during the day for four hours. I complain about the length of time but honestly it was needed. We were reluctant at first to sign up because neither of us have used any of the equipment and we were sure someone was going to lose a limb. However when the class was over we successfully used 3 pieces of equipment and learned things about a measuring tape that we didnt know about. Lots of "why didn't I already know this" moments. The class was super chill. The instructor was informative and cool. I would definitely come here again. The cost of the class was a little steep. About $100 per person but if you're lucky you can sign up for a full scholarship and only pay for the cost of the materials or a half scholarship which is half the cost of the original price. read more

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Before going to your big box home improvement store, head here first. I have been here a few times now, and can say that I am fully and completely impressed. As a recent homeowner, I have discovered that essentially any home improvement or maintenance project seems to run on the high side and more over, to get anything g of quality runs even further into pricing. This place makes those improvements hurt the pocket book much less. The extremely spacious location is divided into multiple central areas. One for doors, another for plumbing, electrical and then lumber. Each area is well organized and full of options. Need a solid core door with a leaded glass window? They have it. Need to replace the trim on an exterior window from a 1920's craftsman? Yeah, that too. The rebuilding center resells items from prior renovations, tear downs and other sources, so you get a wide variety of goods to select from and all at a very reasonable price. Their lumber section alone, which has everything from old growth reclaimed lumber to new pine boards is worth the visit. I could gush about this place for pages, but let's just say that you need to start here for all your home improvement needs. The customer service is fantastic and selection is amazing. Parking is an issue, as it is right on Mississippi, but once you get in, you will hardly want to leave. read more

ReBuilding Center - Home Decor Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Nice variety of used appliances, lighting, furniture and decorative objects for the home.

This place is a crafters dream come true! The ideas are even posted for you on what you could repurpose each item for. They had 4 isles of doors, windows, shelves, you name it you could practically build yourself a house with all the stuff this magical building contains. I can't wait to come back and load up on all the goodies. If you need something for your house check this place first it surely has something you need. read more

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Wonderful, if they have what you want. Unfortunately, the only way to know if they even keep the CATEGORY that you are looking for is to go over there. read more

Didn't buy a thing, just wandered up and down the aisles and experienced a whole lots cool shit. If I lived and owned in Portland, I'd def be a frequent visitor. Ya feel me? read more

This business is phenomenal! There are so many good quality things to choose from, and the staff is so Nice, and helpful.

Great spot! Got a new light fixture for $35 and medicine cabinet for $15! Well organized and friendly staff.

I'm not the handiest person in the world. In fact, Gayle has noted that as an Engineer, I should actually be able to fix a few things. At the same time, I love going into places like this for home improvement ideas and I can actually do a some useful repairs around the house. And for the creative (and inexpensive) reuse of building materials, only Berkeley's Urban Ore really compares to the ReBuilding Center. I spent some time strolling down the memorable byways of the ReBuilding Center, including Bathroom Blvd., Cabinet Court, and Tub Town Turnpike. And when you add the huge selection of doors and windows, there were materials (and lead-based paint) as far as the eye could see! In some ways it's like wandering through a museum or maybe even a time warp in terms of the variety of items available. I also got to see the house cat in action and was entertained with a nice selection of 70s music, including many personal favourites (like China Grove). Outside had almost market like atmosphere as cars and trucks double parked on Mississippi and were either loading up things or donating their cast offs. There's also a neat little show room in the middle inside that features some cool rebuilt furniture and a nice selection of picture frames and mirrors. I found a nice frame, that like other materials here, includes the lead warning. Unfortunately, there was much more that I saw that I just could not fit into my backpack for the trip back to the Bay Area. read more

This is such a great place to hunt for the perfect something. I keep a wish list and go periodically, you never know what you will find! The staff is always friendly, and knowledgeable. read more

It has been 13 years since I moved to Portland. For 13 years I have had what can only be described as a love affair with my house, a 100+ year old bungalow that I want to do right by at every DIY opportunity. Friends and neighbors have sung the praises of the ReBuilding Center for as long back as I can remember. And I have visited, too many times to count over the years, only to leave empty-handed, dejected, and wondering what is so wrong with me. Do I lack the eye necessary to locate just the right tile, or replacement molding, or front door? Am I so void of vision that I fail to see what others see there? Is my patience so paper thin that I'm failing to find treasures that are right in front of me? But this winter, it all changed. I was admittedly there to pick up a free coffee mug for all my Mississippi Ave holiday shopping. But since I was there, why not a quick spin through lighting? To my utter amazement, there, in its full, wretched yellow brass glory, was a dining room light fixture that was almost exactly like what I have envisioned for so long. There were some minor deviations from what I would consider perfect, but when you're talking about spending $55 rather than $1,500, you learn really quickly to accept "perfection adjacent" and focus on the deal, the find, the victory! One can of flat chestnut spray paint and some frosted glass shades, and I'm beyond thrilled with the new-to-me light fixture. Funny how 13 years of failure are immediately erased with one victorious lap through lighting. I will now join the ranks of the smug ones who came before me, and I will tell everyone who will listen that they really need to go check out the ReBuilding Center. You owe to your house. And yourself. And if you're lucky, it'll take you less than 13 years to get on board. read more

ReBuilding Center - Found the light fixture in brass here. Painted. Added shades. 15% the cost elsewhere. - Home Decor Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I bought a used window for $10 and painted the frame gray to match the yellow wall paint. Then I taped a couple of prints at the back of the glass. It made my bathroom really nice. This place is for you if you like creating things out of used materials. They can be very busy at times and hard to find someone that can put a price on your item. Overall I'm pleased! read more

ReBuilding Center - Used window - Home Decor Near Me - Portland, Oregon

The Rebuilding Center is a recycler of Portland past that is being duplicated in other cities, based on its success here. If you are a DIY remodeler, the Rebuilding Center should be on your go to list. They take donations from remodelers and resell them to remodelers at bargain prices. Charitable tax deduction. They have kitchen cabinets, bathtubs, toilets, fireplace items, tile, electrical, lighting, plumbing, windows, doors, lumber, moulding, gutters, flooring, marble-granite, timber and more. The wood trim in the Portland City Grill is from the Rebuilding Center. If you are tearing out, check with them to see what they accept. If you are remodeling, you can find a huge selection of vintage style items. Some items, like windows, are energy efficient. They have a small store on site with home items and furniture made from reused materials. They have two buildings, one is to the West across the alley. They have a parking lot to the South and the alley is a good loading area. Home despot has a huge selection. The Rebuilding Center has many of the same items at a lesser price. Know the the new price and be prepared to negotiate at the Rebuilding Center as their prices have risen. read more

Always fun to stroll around and look for a treasure, or a baseboard, or window. Be prepared to dig, with your measurements in hand, but that's part of the fun. read more

Why does the excited expectation of shopping at the Rebuilding Center often not measure up to the actual experience? We'll it's all about whether you find a treasure. Or not. Well, that and the fact half of the year it can be absolutelysofrickencold in the warehouses. So bundle up people! Don't set your expectations sky high, and enjoy the hunt. I've seen the coolest stuff here: beautiful custom wood cabinets removed from federal buildings, to a multi hued pink flower shaped sink (way cooler than it sounds). We usually end up with something other than what we went to find, but such is the nature of salvaged and donated goods. Prices can be unexpected -sometimes a rippin' good deal and sometimes not, but always, always worth checking out. Today I saved hundreds on stainless steel bathroom accessories and my purchases were rung up by the sweetest cashier in the world. Any disappointment in your quest is easily remedied by the plethora of amazing eating or drinking establishments nearby. read more

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I came here to take an intro to carpentry tools class, and I totally spaced on looking through their warehouse of stuff so I can't comment on that. However, the class was FANTASTIC. I walked in never having operated a power tool of any sort other than a drill, and while working through the class I learned that they are not scary, simply looking at a tool will not result in my fingers being cut off, and they are actually quite easy to understand and operate safely. The instructor, April, was patient and gave us a ton of practical information about the tools and made sure to give us free time to experiment as she popped around from station to station to give guidance and feedback. I have two more classes coming up this month and I am beyond excited to learn more. I'm thankful that a resource like this exists in the community. By the way - if you are a woman and considering taking a class here, do it. Even if it's not one specifically for women. There was only one man in my class and the other dozen or so of us were women, and pretty much all of us were in the same boat - "my dad/partner/husband always has done this and I want to finally learn how!". It's really not difficult. Empower yourselves! Feels good! read more

This place will rock your world (if you are into home restoration, home-based projects, fondling cool old stuff). While renovating an old duplex in North Portland, I found the ReBuilding Center. Everything about this place is just outstanding. The 2 guys who hang out in the alley way dealing with donations have more wisdom, institutional knowledge & humor than any two guys on the planet. Take the time, dig deep, barter & negotiate on a fair price, bring the beloved cashier a bouquet of flowers & you too will become part of the family. Although I don't miss Portland, I miss this place & the people..... read more

My go to for all DIY projects from home to crafts. The service is always stellar. The inventory is always changing so go often and pay pennies for wicked coool stuff. I have bought flooring, siding, windows,, , fixtures, furniture, garden , etc.... read more

This place is kind of incredible. Its a thrift store for home remodling. They have all kinds of stuff for your home. So far everything I have seen has been used before, but what a resorce for someone trying to match something! It is all devided into type of Items, sinks, lights, tile, cabinets...the list seems to go on forever. While much of the stuff may look like trash to the untrained eye with a little TLC it may match what you already have or at least be in period so it doesn't stick out. Besides that used door here will cost you a lot less then a new one. It does pay to be a bit creative. if the window is slightly different then what you have you may want to shuffle them so it is not right next to another, that kind of thing. Tip: ok its obvious but this is a thrift store. If they don't have what you need, try again later. I have found some great stuff here. read more

I guess I am the only one, but I can't stand this place. Could it possibly be more overpriced? The selection is bad, the cabinets are dented and outdated and missing components (as one would expect in a recycled materials place), but they cost nearly as much as new! Any interesting, antique-y piece they may have managed to scrounge up, say a beautiful old fireplace mantle, is outrageously expensive. Mostly they just have run-of-the-mill doors, windows, random tile bits, and sinks. The exciting "finds" are few and far between, and you will PAY for them. I love the concept, and I think a place like this is a resource every community should have. But I've been to similar recycled building material places in several other towns, and this one is sadly underwhelming. read more

The ReBuilding Center gives me wood. Well, okay, not in the literal sense. But from concept to execution it's pretty neat all around. The idea is that it's a place to donate and/or buy used building supplies. Windows, doors, furniture, fixtures, cabinetry, etc. The 'Goodwill' of construction and remodeling, so to speak. As with any concept along the lines of a thrift store, the supplies here are definitely hit or miss. I probably wouldn't come here to find a fixture to outfit a street of dreams house or anything. But if you're doing a project that's either structural in nature, or you have the elbow grease to spend on touching up a pre-loved cabinet, you sure can save some serious cash buying here. If you can find what you're looking for. I've stopped in to browse quite a few times, but most recently I've been undertaking some home repair and maintenance projects, and my needs have led me here once again. One of my exterior doors is warped, and I'm not sure I want to drop $800 on a fancy new door from Home Depot for what is essentially a side-door. Especially if I want to paint it to match the scheme. A quick trip to the ReBuilding Center nets me multiple options that simply could use a good sanding and repainting, at prices that are a fraction of what I'd pay new/retail. This is, of course, not a perfect solution for every person or every need. As with Goodwill, you do have to dig to find your gems. But when you do, you profit, and so does the organization that runs this center. Well, they don't technically "profit" since it's a non-profit, but they get money to support their cause. And that, to me, is a strong foundation for a store worth supporting. read more

Great place! Prices seem to have gone up since Covid? But check back often, it can be worth the hunt!

We're too cool to take your paltry amount of wall & floor tiles (paraphrased). We only take a minimum of 10 square feet of the same tile. If I had that much, I'd do another bathroom. ReStore took the tiles, no attitude. Screw the ReBuilding Center and their Hipster, holier than thou BS. read more

My house is over 100 years old and it was in pretty bad shape when I bought it. The house had been remodeled in the 70s and Home Depot-fied. I wanted to restore it back to it's original charm and thanks to the rebuilding center I'm almost done. They have had almost everything I have needed... no matter how strange or oddly sized. Their prices are excellent. The space is gorgeous and made out of recycled materials. Don't forget your tape measure & gloves. It can be quite an expedition, but well worth it when you find what you're looking for. read more

"OHMIGAWDTHISPLACEISAMAZING." Rebecca jumped, startled, as I sputtered in a fit of euphoric delight at what I had just walked into for the first time in my life. My architecture classmate and I were on Mississippi for lunch, and as we chatted about local design our eyes descended upon the facade of the ReBuilding Center, recipient of a ROOT Award for retail architecture in Portland a few years ago. "Yeah, it's great" she said, "But have you ever been inside?" No. The talk amongst design friends and the praise here on Yelp has long instilled a sense of wonder on my part, but I've never really had a reason to visit as I don't own a house of my own. And let's be frank, my folks would be pretty pissed if I demolished their new vinyl windows and interior finishes for materials a little more retro. So we walked in and fell under the ReBuilding spell. (A spell that apparently makes you forget how to space your words, or breathe, per the above.) The way I figure, it's a bit like City Liquidators meets Home Depot. There's crap everywhere, and you have to be willing to dig a little, but everything is logically located and labeled. Materials are distributed throughout the center based on type, and then sized and priced accordingly within each zone. From the biggest single pane window to the tiniest ceramic tile, there's no limit to what you can find here, as long as you're ready to explore. We wandered and laughed at all the random things on hand. We snooped and sighed at the beautiful frames and furniture in the ReBuild Showroom. And I knew I couldn't leave without taking a bit of the center with me. So you know what I walked out with? Coasters. 4 of them. Bamboo with cork... and $14.00. Definitely not the cheapest, but easily the sexiest table protectors that I've ever had the privilege to own. And, (bragging time) they look fabulous with my concrete & glass cocktail glassware. All sales and proceeds go to operational costs and the support the work of Our United Village, the non-profit the center is a part of. If you don't have materials to donate, or aren't looking to buy anything, they also welcome volunteers. Sign up online, or just show up ready to work. So how cool is that? Great materials for construction and an opportunity to give something back to the PDX Community? These days, that pretty hard to come by. It's enough to make you compose yourself and whisper.... "Wow." read more