Second Use BLDG Materials

I'm always looking at inventory or going in to just wander through. So many useful items perfectly good as they are or ready to be reconstructed into your own creative genius. Staff is always extremely helpful!

They have a lot of things for sale besides just building materials. What an awesome place for vintage door knobs and more.

A bit overpriced but the staff is very helpful and it's a great place to spend some wandering time you never know what you'll find. Often there are good deals and often there are some very questionable deals. Measure often and come prepared to haul. A quick look online before shopping for anything particular also a great tool.

If you're looking for that ONE item and you're willing to go on an adventure to find it, this is a place you should check out. along the way, you may get sidetracked by something else you see but it's all part of the adventure. i find that i like coming here with something in mind i'm looking for but i also allow myself to be inspired by things as i've walked through the aisles. sometimes i walk away with nothing and sometimes i get a brainstorm for some kind of project but it's a fun place to poke around. there are tons of things to repurpose and reimagine and you may be surprised the breadth of things second use has, but that's also part of the fun. it's definitely a used/recycled aesthetic which may not be for everyone but there's literally things here for everyone and anyone. think of second use as a field trip! if you've got an hour and are willing to poke around, you will be entertained and rewarded by the things you can find.

First time visit here today and love it, also record a video post on my YouTube channel

Great place to find deals. Would have given 5 stars but we brought some chairs their and they wouldnt take them even though they were nicer than some of the stuff they had. The worker was rude about it! Their loss!

Ok so I'm just writing this now, I've shopped at second use for years. Lately their prices are getting a bit steep. Like way too steep. Got a nice old interior door earlier this year which had a terrible paint job and affordable price tag of ~$35 Employees are excellent and witty/snappy/fun 10% restocking fee on returns is bunk. Definitely a turn off for making any large purchases

Second Use is a fun place to wander around and imagine and gather crazy ideas for building projects of any sort that you can imagine. I have been several times and things are always changing. There is no way to convey the scope of the stuff that makes it's way here on the way to finding a new home. There is always some fine old house or public building in Seattle and the surrounds that is being torn down and the unique and "too good to throw away" stuff winds up here waiting for someone to repurpose it. I came home with a beautiful old wrought iron stair railing on my second visit that I was delighted to put back to work.

This place is amazing. Such a fantastic way to get what you need for your home, at reasonable prices, and to find things that are interesting and well made. So much better than combing through the zillions of cheaply-made things online. I'm sure people have mixed feelings about the online hold system - but it's seriously awesome for me - I can plan my trips, helping me to drive less, and I always end up finding more than what I have on hold, as they have so much stock turnover. Much appreciation to the staff as well, who appear to be endlessly patient with all of us who are learning.

I always end up leaving with more than I planned. It's easy to spend hours here 'treasure' hunting. Watch the prices. Some are great and some things it would be worth it to pay the extra for brand new. I live an hour away and it's worth the drive for the variety of materials. Loading/floor staff has always been helpful. They usually have me laughing with jokes and offer to help before I ask.

Their loading area is easy to navigate. I love the recycle reuse concept for building materials, especially because these items would usually end up in a land field. Only reason I didn't give five stars, is because the miscommunication between front/back desk employees has resulted in me being scolded more than once. For example, yesterday I needed a long cedar board. I'm carrying it to the checkout in the back of the store, when their customer service desk stops me to say I'm not allowed to carry the board around for safety reasons. Okay, I understand safety first.

So I leave the board with her. Now how do I pay at the cashier if I can't take the board? Seeing that there are 3 price tags on the board, I grab one for the cashier, this employee watching me do this. I walk to the cashier and hand him the price sticker. Where he proceeds to tell me that removing stickers isn't allowed. So I explain the situation and I kid you not his response is 'you're wrong.

Never do that again'. So now I've gotten into trouble twice while simply wanting to pay for my item. This miscommunication has happened a few times, which leaves me feeling like I've been 'mom' burnt. Pretty sure I did nothing wrong to deserve my scolding this time. Trying to give my money away shouldn't feel this negative.

Been wandering the aisles of Second Use for years. Have found lots of great deals. And the staff was super friendly. Unfortunately, lately I've seen a trend in the number of "I don't give a crap" responses to customer concerns. It's a second-hand store. I get it. And it's retail. I've worked retail, so I try to not be "that guy" when there's a problem. I've bought plenty of things like yard equipment that broke down too soon--but after any reasonable time for expecting to return it.

You just accept that's part of the deal when you shop a place like Second Use. But what I've experienced lately is outside of all that. Case in point: I found some small maple slabs, "great for a charcuterie board!" the description said. And the price was the same as what they usually charge for similar items. They sold a ton of nice, flat ("great for a charcuterie board!") boards last holiday season for the price I paid for each of the three that I bought online--on the basis of their description.

And my expectation was the same nice, flat boards. When I stopped in today to pick the boards up, every single one was cupped, warped or twisted. Not one was "great for a charcuterie board!" unless you have a planer. And that's not really a tool that most people who are paying $30 for a small piece of wood are going to have. If you have a planer, you're likely making charcuterie boards out of the cutoffs from the actual lumber you're using on actual projects you're actually building.

When I went to return the items that had never left the building, I was hit with their standard return charge. I asked why, when I was returning them because they were not as advertised. In reply I got a disinterested shrug and a "well, maybe next time you should look at the item before you buy it" snotty comment from the couldn't-care-less clerk.

Second Use used to be great. When there was an occasional problem, they were really reasonable about it. If the source of a problem was their fault, they did not charge a return fee. But the last few times there have been problems (I shop there a lot--or used to), I've gotten similar responses. Yeah, not interested in going through that again.

If I want to deal with jerks who don't care about their jobs and have no interest in treating their customers decently, I can just go to a big box store. Well, to be fair, I've actually gotten way better service at the big box stores I've been buying from. So, yeah, I guess Second Use is worse than what we expect from the average big box store now.

Such a cool place for reclaimed furniture and house appliances. They have all kinds of things including movie theater seats, rows and rows of windows, beautiful hardwood slabs, industrial furnishings, etc. very cool. Definitely check it out

Always changing inventory, Great selections of reclaimed wood, to doors and lots of lighting fixtures. To restroom and kitchen equipment and windows of all sorts of varieties. Never disappointed when visiting. Sooooo.much more!

Who knew! I just discovered This store and I LOVE IT! I check this place for projects great and small and also for inspiration! Discovered they have one in Tacoma as well! I am really excited for this store and how easy it was to reserve and prepay for items then have someone pick it up for me!

I come here often for building materials. Especially the live edge woods and things I can repurpose like this fire door taken out of some waterfront pier that was over 100 years old - I cleaned it up and made it into a headboard for my bed. They've got lumbers, old tubs, doors, desks, light fixtures, glass doorknobs, tiles, or just a garbage or recycle bin that'll cost you $2.00 instead of $21.99 on Amazon. Before you go giving your money to West Elm or Pottery Barn - maybe check out this place and find something unique for your home and give it a second use.

I always head to Second Use when I'm looking for remodeling items for Vintage properties. They have a great variety of old plumbing parts and fixtures, lots of lighting and tons of building supplies. I can usually find stuff for mid-century modern homes but also craftsman and Victorian.

The best way to get rid of items in your garage or when doing a remodel. Also freaking awesome to get a screaming deal on items too. Vanity? Check. Just what I needed. Grohe faucet for $15? Check! Wood floor board to match those in my 1901 house? Yep. The website is always up-to-date with new items too, which has to a logistical nightmare. Not sure how they do it.

Love this place and reuse is the right thing to do. They'll even come to your house and remove items for you. No charge! The pictures are of a vanities journey from discovery on their website, to going home in the back of my car, to sat in the garage ready for install in a downstairs bathroom. $65. Seriously.

What a treasure! I didn't even know this wonderland of salvage was here, despite my being a longtime resident. We were searching for a piece of wood and found so much more. There space to roam and find the perfect thing for your house We found a bunch of reclaimed wood that would make great shelving, light fixtures and other random goods. Staff are very chill, helpful and pleasant. I can't wait to have another reason to stop in.

I'm coming here to check out some vintage stuff to creativity. Their staff is very nice and appreciate us. There are many ways to useful but sometimes overpriced. I couldn't find anything today. But their website is good to check out without assist and during Covid-19 situation. Seattle Hours: Mon-Sat 9:30am-5:30pm (Retail Store) Sunday - By Appointment Only (Retail Store) Mon-Sat 10am-5pm (Receiving & Drop Offs)

I really like this place, I am a diy'r and I have found useful items to "fix up" and the people working here are always friendly. Ii also bought a old cast iron sink for my cottage kitchen. I bring my teenage sons here to get the idea that they can "create" too. I've bought old moldings, interesting pieces of stuff with which to creat something new.

So today was our first time here. I wish I had more projects to do because this place has everything at discounted price. Also a HUGE shoutout to the young lady employee that came out to give our battery a jump! That's a big deal in life to voluntarily help others. We will definitely be back

It used to be a place where you could get items that would be recycled and help the environment at a reasonable cost but in the last year.their prices have tripled if not more for the same item I bought 8 months ago I saw today for three times that amount considering most of their items are donated for free you think they would try to give people a good deal now they're only catering to the rich Elite.

There are a lot more choices out there now. Try Ballard reuse. Earthwise. Habitat for Humanity. Goodwill Craigslist I would save my money and Shop elsewhere. Try offer up too. You used to be able to bargain here too now the staff are rude and just say to shop elsewhere. This place acts like a charity but they are no different than thevalue village scandal.

You're bound to find what you're looking forward at Not Junk yard prices. Do your research first, you may be paying more there than on ebay.

OMG! This place is an HGTV watchers dream! I lost myself in the repurposed items. From old doors and windows to fireplace mantels and bathroom fixtures this place will probably have it for you. I first went online looking for shiplap (Planking boards) to put on a feature wall in my home. I was immediately intrigued because the ad said they had some reclaimed blue stained Douglas fir that came from the Pacific Fisherman's Shipyard in Ballard.

They were from a dock dating back to the 1930s. When I got there, there was plenty of parking and lots of fun items to look at. I ended up getting my shiplap and can't wait to get it installed.

We probably have a slight addiction to this place. We have found so many good deals by paying attention to their website. I highly recommend checking the website and calling to place items on hold (they have a very generous hold policy). Some of their items start off a little pricey but drop to a more reasonable price if nobody purchases them. Some items you can get for a steal though.

I do appreciate the fact that they try and test most of their appliances before putting them up for sale. I highly recommend checking this place out. They also have a second store in Tacoma.

Been shopping here since 1998 when I bought my first home. I like what they stand for, and on occasion I get a good deal. Loads of overpriced things these days, and now the staff are rewiring lights and charging $50./hour for the "refurbished" product. Their hold policy is rigid (24 hours) and if you don't manage to research, and drive to Seattle or Tacoma (or pay for the product by phone) within that time - too bad! They won't extend the hold no matter what. I've spend thousands of dollars there- seems an occasional consideration would be in order. Leaves a bad taste.

I so appreciate places like this that resales things that would usually go to the dump. You can find pretty much anything at this facility old or new. But they specialize in older building materials. Prices are great! And everyone that works here are very helpful and friendly

Though my interaction this this store was short they were super helpful. I was sent here to pick up a cabinet that my bf had put on hold. I knew nothing except it was a cabinet and they were able to look it up by his name and paying was easy too. They even helped me load it in my car. I'd love to wander around in here some time as it seems like they have a lot of interesting things to look at. Some cheap, lightly used, stuff and also some expensive, looks like a collector item, stuff.