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5.0
Based on 88 reviews
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Norma Jean Ryan
1 week ago
I spotted a beautiful pair of table lamps on Historic House Salvage’ website. I spoke with them over the phone. Nathan cautioned me with regard to the shipping price as I live in Nova Scotia and the lamp shades are large. He researched a price got back to me. I let him know I really did want the lamps could he check out other shipping options/prices. He did without hesitation! He found me a very reasonable shipping price and the lamps arrived within a few days. I am so pleased with both the Customer service I received as well as the product. These lamps are beautiful and in pristine shape! Thank you Historic House Salvage!!
Morley Tooke
3 months ago
Bought a rim lock a year ago. Price was great, item shipped crazy fast and was pristine. Fast forward a year and the spring steel in the lock broke. There's a reason locks aren't made like this anymore I guess!
Anyways, I emailed to ask for help in sourcing spring steel and they happily sent me two replacement pieces in the mail. After fifteen minutes with some pliers, I now have a working rim lock and the skills to be a 19th century locksmith.
Awesome business, amazing service!
Tom Barker
7 months ago
By far the best store in Ontario for classic Victorian hardware and home detailing, friendly expert owner too! I bought a cast iron radiator, hardwood doors, cast metal hinges, and some great train carriage lighting for my bathroom reno, shown in these pictures
Tim Parsons
9 months ago
Great service! Our transaction went smooth from start to finish. Delivered to my door in Toronto! Thank you so much!
Maryanne King
1 year ago
Historic House was phenomenal to work with for shipping antique doors needed for a unique home from their location to mine in Alberta. The doors were well-packaged with no damage from shipping. Shipping was additionally reasonable and the doors arrived as described on the website, with no surprises about their condition. I almost wish I needed more salvage just to order from them again! Thank you so much Nathaniel for all your help!
marilyn groome
2 years ago
Very friendly and personalized service. I am very pleased with the pieces that I ordered. Thank you so much Nathanial for taking my calls and helping me choose the right piece for my project.
rocco speziali
2 years ago
Nathaniel made a Very Rare Retro Toilet Purchase Successful,
Easy, Affordable and Historic House Salvage Pleasantly Delivered it too !!!
An Absolutely Amazing Experience & Strongly Recommended !!!
Grazie !!!
Martin Crawford
2 years ago
The vintage metal drawer pulls I found and ordered from their website were great! They're perfect for my restoration project! Flat rate shipping was fast and I had the items in a few days. Also got some good help over the phone, which I appreciated.
Thanks!
Cliff Wagar
2 years ago
They have a huge selection and great service. Having them service my door hardware from my century home and pricing is very reasonable!
Amy Wilcox
2 years ago
I asked a question through there contact info online and they emailed me back the next morning. Very good customer service even though I was not looking to buy something. Strongly recommended!
Heather Ball
2 years ago
I can't recommend this company enough. I had a very challenging request whereby I needed an antique lock of a certain size along with particular handles and parts. Historic House Salvage actually manufactured and created the perfect set for my antique door. The service was timely, friendly, difficult to execute on, custom made and done within a couple of days at a reasonable price. One of the best customer services experiences that I have had in a very long time. Thanks!
Elizabeth Kelly
2 years ago
Could not bring Into Vancouver from Toronto within my price bracket, although the product was superb and the customer service was unquestionably responsive immediately. so thank you Heritage house. I wish I could’ve used you Elizabeth Kelly.
Steve Austin
2 years ago
What a great spot that has a little bit of everything for all your antique and vintage needs for Renovations and small projects. Staff was incredibly helpful and answered all my questions. Definitely a place I could spend alot of money at!
Mark Wilson
2 years ago
I've bought numerous items from Nathaniel / Historic House Salvage over the years and have always been super pleased with the quality, pricing and service. When I'm looking for a hard to find hinge or some other obscure item for our restoration project, he's always extremely responsive and helpful. Can't recommend him enough. 5 stars for Historic House!
Bridget Flynn
2 years ago
What a magical little place. Great finds, amazing hardware and lighting and very good prices.
richard campbell
2 years ago
I was lucky to find Historic House Salvage on the internet. They had the exact type of support column I was looking for for our 100+ year old verandah. Nathaniel, the owner was happy to help with measurements I was requested as well as added pics. As we were from our of town we drove down to pick the column and Nathaniel had everything ready for pickup. Fantastic shop with lots of hidden gems for the older home and garden. Thanks so much Nathaniel!
Michele Li
2 years ago
Discovered this real gem of a place just the other day… such a wonderful selection of retro and historic home fixtures, hardware, lighting, plumbing, furniture, doors, beams, decor, antiques, curio items… so many things that would add panache and character to your home and at very reasonable prices. The shop is well laid out and you could spend hours in there just looking at all the cool things! Had the pleasure of meeting Nathaniel from down under and his charming cat Cheyenne. Nathaniel was very welcoming and said if I couldn’t find what I was looking for he’d be happy to try and source it for me and they ship pretty much all over the world. I will definitely return and recommend this great place to my friends and to anyone looking for unique items or just out for a browse! Well done mate!
Judy Van Huizen
2 years ago
We are repeat customers at Historic House Salvage as we renovate and restore our 1869 house. We highly recommend Nathaniel and HHS. He is fair, reliable and his work is more than satisfactory. He is very knowledgeable about structural antiques.
Karen Congo Farmer
3 years ago
I purchased a fireplace mantel and wrought iron bell to be delivered quite a distance from his store. In the mean time, in conversation with Nathaniel, he told me he had some turned newel posts that had just come in. He rounded them up, took a side-by-side photo to show me their relative lengths, and I bought those too. He was kind enough to add them to the same delivery. All items were received in great condition with ETA updates on delivery day. It was a pleasure.
sheila blanchard
3 years ago
This is the place to go for historical house parts from lighting to doors. Well organized.
Grant Parry
3 years ago
These guys are great! They sell legitimate products that are priced fairly. If you are looking for knowledgeable friendly service with a wide array of antique and vintage items, this is your place. Check them out, you won’t be disappointed. Thanks again for sourcing items to help restore our home! Cheers
Rob Haskell
3 years ago
I contacted Nathanial this past weekend to source a newel post and handrail. We had a great friendly chat. He followed up on my request for these items with additional pictures which came through immediately. Easy secure payment and the items arrived a day early. Great transaction. Lots of interesting antique house items in stock. Check them out!
Thanks, Nathanial!
Joe Martin
3 years ago
Dealing with Historic House Salvage was a wonderful experience. I live several hours away and ordered my product through email. My order was processed promptly. I drove down to the store which was a pleasure to explore. The staff was friendly and I found it to be a great experience.
Mike Kennedy
3 years ago
We've worked with Nathaniel a couple of times now and it's always a pleasure. His inventory is excellent and service is impeccable. We highly recommend working with Historic House Salvage.
Eva Joseph
3 years ago
I reached out to Historic House Salvage to see if he could help me date a pair of butt hinges. Although he couldn't connect my stamped butt hinges with a date range, he kindly responded to my query and gave me some helpful information. I appreciate that very much! If I need replacement hinges, I know who to contact in future!
Julie Vik
3 years ago
I had the best experience with my pocket door top plate purchase from here! So much patience in getting all the measurements for me, trading pictures making sure the part would work, and now I have a pocket door after 32 years of looking around to no avail until now!!! Thank you!
Mary Ann Pike
3 years ago
We stopped here while visiting the area. What a cool place! All of the old architectural stuff is lovely... doors, radiators, stained glass, hinges... If you want nice historical building materials, this is the place to go. He even had a couple of electrical insulators and a RR lantern, which fit my husband and my collecting interests. Really enjoyed our stop here.
Aloha Girl
3 years ago
Definitely recommend coming here to get amazing vintage finds! Such a great variety of items! Nathaniel is so informative and gave us excellent customer service!
Ryan Bankson
3 years ago
I don't normally take much stock in celebrity endorsements, but when Snarf Snarf O'Bannon recommended this place I had to check it out. I'm glad I did--this place has to be the best antique shop of all time. Very cool.
Piero Signori
3 years ago
As soon as you enter the store, you see nothing but uplifiting gold as far as the eyes can see. Would HIGHLY recommend 10/10
Bubba Bubba
3 years ago
Rob Smith and I love the shop. Just enjoying ceviche under the cabana, can't wait to come back
marcus thompson
3 years ago
Can't find any real real antiques to liven up your decor? Don't get too down. Don't get too depressed. This vintage shop is a true 1-for-1 when it comes to delivering the highest quality items rescued from demolition. I stumbled upon some victorian crown molding that was perfect for our cabana. Ceviche never tasted so good than when enjoyed under that crown molding. Truly some uplifting gold from a beautiful family. Best new salvage shop of all time!
Robert McFadden
3 years ago
I love how organized the displays are in this shop. One of the biggest challenges of an antique shop is displaying their inventory in an uncluttered way that makes it easy to find the treasures (they don't have to be 'hidden' treasures!). A good variety of architectural finds, including a wide variety of lighting styles, plumbing fixtures, and inside/outside architectural features. Excellent selection of hardware (original hinges, knobs etc) and very respectable pricing. You get the sense that if you were looking for something in particular to finish that authentic renovation or design, you could either find it on site, or the owners would source it for you. The owner Nathaniel greeted everyone individually, and we had a friendly conversation about the world of antiquing.
We didn't leave empty handed found a great vintage map (and a few project ideas) to take home with us!
Courtney McAllister
3 years ago
This shop is wonderful. Has so many treasures and the owner is beyond helpful. We got so many beautiful vintage and antique items for our new home, thank you! Shopping online is easy and Nathaniel is quick to respond to any questions. If you are driving by this cute town stop in, you’ll be sure to find something special and unique.
Sarah Jordison
3 years ago
Exquisite stock of antiques and salvaged historic architectural finds. Made several purchases over the restoration of our old farm house. Nathaniel has been so helpful through the whole thing.
Bertha Basurto
3 years ago
We were quite impressed with Historic House Salvage. looking for a particular size of cast iron wall register and they have four to choose from!!
Their website and their store are very well organized and well displayed. The bright and open space makes easy to appreciate the objects. The store is well stocked without being crowded.
Nathaniel, the owner, was very pleasant and always there ready to take our phone calls (no telephone tag). We made arrangements for a visit to the store and also toured the charming little town of Warkworth. The well preserved old buildings in town, gives you the impression that the people of town are very proud of these historic buildings. We highly recommend the service and wide inventory of Historic House Salvage.
Gene Canning
4 years ago
Very friendly, accommodating, and helpful staff. I wish I had found them much early in my restoration project! I’ve been very pleased with their inventory and my purchases. Prices have been reasonable as well. Highly recommended!
Kristen Burchat
4 years ago
This place is beautiful! It's so organized that it's a joy just to walk around before even looking at everything. Everything is on their website with measurements and the measurements are easy to find in store too. I'll definitely be coming back to add some character finishes to my house!
Pat Coletta
4 years ago
An absolute delight to work with! My antique French doors arrived more quickly than I anticipated and in perfect condition because they were crated so well (complete with packing separating the doors). Nathaniel answered my emails and was always lovely. I wouldn't hesitate to buy again. A+
Herb Reynolds
4 years ago
All I needed to repair an antique cabinet was a small piece of old, thin, glass. I'd searched hi and low over the years with no luck. Then I found Historic House Salvage & Nathaniel. He responded to my request that he had such glass and after a couple of emails, he packaged it up such that Canada Post, UPS, DHL & FedEx couldn't have collectively damaged the glass and shipped it across the country, all for a very reasonable price. Thanks Nathaniel.
Susan Downey
4 years ago
Went in to look at a " console wall sink" only to find it purchased just hours earlier! But found a wall mount cast iron sink to use instead. Great assortment of glass doorknobs and face plates to replace missing ones in my house. Doors, lights, furniture and different oddities that could keep you in that store for hours. Helpful staff with tips for me. Will visit again.
kimcraigj
4 years ago
Awesome little corner to find salvaged items.
Nathaniel was friendly and helpful.
Prices are fair and the selection of historic hardware was impressive.
Update... Nathaniel, I'm a bit stingy with my stars...But I think you just earned that 5th star. I like to leave room for improvement...and your response to my review should tell others most everything they need to know.
Cheers.
Karin McLean
4 years ago
My neighbour Mark and I are big fans of Historic House. Mark visited the store and raved about the interesting selection and service. I haven’t been to the location yet but really enjoy browsing the website. It’s easy to navigate, always full of new treasures to discover and apparently will be getting even better soon. I did sell something to the owner Nathaniel. He was punctual, personable and fair with pricing. Highly recommend!
SueandDave Clements
5 years ago
Amazing constantly changing collection of antique furniture and accessories! Light fixtures, mailboxes, old farm kitchen sinks… an awesome source of eclectic pieces!
pTriSh pTriSh
5 years ago
Lighting, doors and so much more! If you are looking to save the charm of an older home during its restoration/renovation, this is the place. There is a wide selection of doors, ceiling lighting and hardware not to mention antiques.
I've been to Historic House Salvage a few times. It's always great to visit in person with Nathaniel and to get a look at new items coming threw before they get posted online. My advice is, if you see something you like/need, get it because it won't be there the next time you go.
Terri Hammond
5 years ago
We were recommended to go see Nathaniel at Historic House Salvage and were reluctant because it was a bit out of the way. Boy, are we happy we drove the extra 30 minutes! Not only did he have a beautiful selection of products but his willingness to source and deliver what we were searching for was second to none. His follow up and communications were prompt and precise and in no time Nathaniel was delivering a large load of old barn beams to our building site in Sudbury with a smile! So reminiscent of times lost when people went above and beyond in sales and service. We will be eternally grateful to Nathaniel and every time we look lovingly at our old beams and our gorgeous old world bench in our new construction house, we will be reminded that good people do still exist!
Update: Added a few photos of the beams cleaned and installed. Moving toward the finish line on the build and honestly without these beauties this house would just be a house but thanks to Nathanial it is our dream European farmhouse! Not only do the beams speak volumes of energy but we have the fun story of Nathanial and his boy delivering them. Can’t possibly be more grateful!
Debra Parks
5 years ago
I dropped in to Historic House Salvage just to browse and walked out with a great little trunk. Well, Nathaniel did actually, as he loaded it into my car :). Great service.
This is a wonderful hidden gem in the beautiful village of Warkworth. Nicely displayed treasures of salvage pieces and a good selection of antiques. A must visit for sure.
Joanna Dermenjian
5 years ago
So delighted to have discovered Historic House Salvage and the lovely antique desk we purchased from Nathaniel. There is so much we like about this place, but besides the lofty, well organized space with great selection, interesting salvage pieces and antiques, Nathaniel is a pleasure to deal with and is genuinely interested in his clientele. Warkworth is an easy dash off the 401 in lovely countryside, with some other interesting stops along the path. We will most certainly be back!
Karen Brookes
5 years ago
Happened upon this gem of a place this past weekend and was so glad that I did. Fell in love with an old hutch that I just had to have. Nathaniel was so very helpful, putting my piece on hold till I could get home and measure my space. Happy to report the hutch is all warm and cozy now in my hallway. Such an amazing price too. I was also pleasantly surprised that Nathaniel delivered it for me a few days later at no extra charge. I hope he has a frequent buyers card as I plan to visit again soon.
Rene Schmidt
5 years ago
Nathaniel has a great selection of architectural pieces and his prices are a lot better than some. He is knowledgeable and gave me some good tips for my door restoration. I'd recommend his business.
Kimberley Laird
5 years ago
Nathaniel has the most amazing shop of treasures.
Not only did he help us find the coolest vintage doors for our renovation, but he matched up the hardware for the doors and refinished them to perfection. He even customized a lock for one door.
The selection inside is stunning and Nathaniel went over and above to accommodate us. Highly recommend this shop. Customer service is next level.
deborah salmon
5 years ago
Fabulously curated pieces! Love this shop. The first page l check on Instagram each day. Very helpful staff. And they deliver!
sasha xiao
5 years ago
Nathaniel is seriously one of the best! I ended up calling him Nate just because we had so many message exchanges! Shopping virtually wasn’t easy but he made it so enjoyable! We ordered a clawfoot tub from him and the experience from the beginning to the end was nothing but incredible. He went far and beyond- not only dropped it off at a local shop specializes in restoration, picked it up from them, and also delivered to our house. A 300 pound baby! We wouldn’t be able to do this without him seriously! So grateful! Will be a regular customer for sure.
The Grow Wolf
5 years ago
Great experience! Nathaniel is very knowledgeable and was able to help me find exactly what I was looking for. Will be returning for more stuff in the future!
Carol Gordon
5 years ago
What a feast for lovers of hidden treasures, with so many items rich in history available at all price points. Nathaniel lovingly restores items and is happy to tell you their provenance. A must see if you are in the area.
