ᐅ House Demolition – What to Keep or Sell, What to Dispose Of?
Created on: 7 Jan 2020 13:52
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airliner
As mentioned in my introduction, I recently became the owner of a plot with an existing building dating back to 1928.
For various reasons, the old house unfortunately has to be replaced by a new construction. Not only to save costs but also for personal reasons, parts of the house should or are allowed to live on.
Do you have any ideas or suggestions about where or to whom these could be given or “passed on”?
Off the top of my head, double-glazed aluminum frame windows come to mind, as well as the brickwork. Doors and door frames from the original build period could also be considered.
The question now is: where to take them, and how to find someone interested?
Perhaps someone has faced the same question before?!
For various reasons, the old house unfortunately has to be replaced by a new construction. Not only to save costs but also for personal reasons, parts of the house should or are allowed to live on.
Do you have any ideas or suggestions about where or to whom these could be given or “passed on”?
Off the top of my head, double-glazed aluminum frame windows come to mind, as well as the brickwork. Doors and door frames from the original build period could also be considered.
The question now is: where to take them, and how to find someone interested?
Perhaps someone has faced the same question before?!
airliner schrieb:
What comes to mind immediately are the double-glazed aluminum frame windows or the brickwork. Doors and door frames from the construction period are also possible. Aluminum windows are worth salvaging for reuse if they already have separate inner and outer frame sections – those made from single-piece profiles (usually brushed finish) are basically only good for melting down. Either way, you can learn a lot from dismantling them, which helps when reinstalling.
Brick is very popular; it’s likely the old imperial brick size. It’s often used for facing, kitchen counters, wine cellars, raised garden beds, and similar applications (or for repairs during renovations). However, it’s best to sell these in bulk to a specialized reseller – otherwise, you’ll need a barn for storage and will constantly get calls from people wanting small quantities.
Profiled door frames and doors with panels (especially glazed at the top and wood in the middle and bottom) are also much appreciated, but: see the note on bricks.
https://www.instagram.com/11antgmxde/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/bauen-jetzt/
I would only want to demolish and keep something for myself. For the rest, I would hire a company. That is more efficient and safer.
So, what would I take with me?
There are the beautiful doors, which could definitely be repurposed or used as sliding doors.
Bricks and paving stones that can be used as striking eye-catchers or simply outside as flooring or garden bed edging.
Maybe also a piece of terrazzo flooring, which could later serve as a surface for a side table.
I also really like the light switches.
What about laundry room sinks?
It always depends on your personal taste. Combining old with new is always a decorative and nice option.
So, what would I take with me?
There are the beautiful doors, which could definitely be repurposed or used as sliding doors.
Bricks and paving stones that can be used as striking eye-catchers or simply outside as flooring or garden bed edging.
Maybe also a piece of terrazzo flooring, which could later serve as a surface for a side table.
I also really like the light switches.
What about laundry room sinks?
It always depends on your personal taste. Combining old with new is always a decorative and nice option.
ypg schrieb:
There are the nice doors,Nice, yes – but from the description, I understood the original poster is quite tall, and back in 1928, doors of 213cm (7 feet) height probably weren’t installed yet.https://www.instagram.com/11antgmxde/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/bauen-jetzt/
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Fummelbrett!7 Jan 2020 20:07...a friend of mine is really enthusiastic about these kinds of things. He even had 175cm (69 inches) high doors installed again and bakelite rotary switches... But he’s a bit crazy ^^
I think I recently read about companies specializing in old building materials. I’ll have a think about it when I get the chance
I think I recently read about companies specializing in old building materials. I’ll have a think about it when I get the chance
Vicky Pedia7 Jan 2020 20:16In our region, there is a building materials recycling center that buys or takes such components on consignment. The demand for these parts is huge. There are plenty of construction projects involving heritage restoration or homeowners looking for specific details. They are not recyclers! They are dealers who understand the value of these treasures. To what extent this is financially profitable is certainly a matter for negotiation.
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