How to Shop for Antiques at Architectural Salvage in Louisville Kentucky

If you love unusual antiques and beautiful antique furnishings, Architectural Salvage in Louisville, Kentucky, is the place to go! Located on East Broadway near downtown, Architectural Salvage has four buildings (in old-style homes) full of terrific and well-priced antiques and home furnishings. Whether you are looking for glass door knobs or elaborate outdoor bronze statues, this is a must-stop shop for treasure hunters passing through the area.

Things You'll Need

• Credit card or cash
• <br>Large car to haul away your treasures
• <br>Change for parking meter

Instructions

1. Go to Architectural Salvage, located at 614-618 East Broadway Street in Louisville, Kentucky. They are open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Bring change for the parking meter if you shop during the week.

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   Enter the first building, and you'll be greeted by the friendly and helpful staff. Need hardware for your refurbished home? You will find a vast array of doorknobs and locking mechanisms as well as old vent covers and trim. Even if you are not looking for hardware, you may find some of it so beautiful you'll want to buy it to use as art for your newer abode.

3. Look through the stained glass and glass fixtures. Architectural Salvage has some beautiful stained glass windows in perfect or near-perfect condition. The average price ranges from $200 and up, so you can splurge just a little on yourself. Nice!

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   Get your larger, more unusual items here as well. Do you need a large bronze fountain for your estate? How about some giant galloping horses? Whether your tastes are classical or trendy, you'll find some ornate and unusual items here. Bring a truck, because no one leaves empty-handed.

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   When you get to the counter to make your purchases, don't forget to make a deal. Usually you can get a few bucks knocked off your purchase by simply asking nicely. There's nothing better than getting an unusual antique at a great price!

Tips & Warnings

• Wear tennis shoes or comfortable walking shoes since some areas are outdoors and may be wet if rainy.

• <br>Have more questions? Call ahead: [phone].