I want to buy old windows to make picture frames out of... where should I look?
flea markets, habitat for humanity retail stores, in most large cities there are stores that sell used house products, like old doors, windows, tubs, etc. try these ideas
The old windows you are lookiing for will be hard to find since they are used in a number of craft projects. !. check for old homes being torn down. Chamber of Commerce should be able to direct you to dept. that gives out permits, 2. used building suppley outlets, 3. Some at garage sales, especially in the country. 4. Check with the real estate brokers in your area to see if they know where there is an old house that is up for sale as a fix it up. the person that remodels may let you get the windows when the old ones are replaced. 5. Window installers often agree to get rid of the old windows when they replace them.
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I love shopping for stuff like this; in Seattle there are lots of good places but other cities have equivalents. Some places I would go:
1) Architectural salvage shops
Not only can you find old windows at such places, but you can find old picture frames! In my experience they have a huge stockpile of old moldings and trim too which you could easily repurpose for frames with some miter cuts.
2) Surplus stores: by this I don't mean military surplus stores, but rather schools and the like who often have regular "surplus" sales open to the public.
3) Flea markets and swap meets
3) Craig's List
Have fun finding some great stuff!
I have some 1930's old coloured window glasses, if you interested, please email or call me.
Email: bkuk1992@yahoo.com
mobile: 07704129905
you can find it most of the online marketplace or auction sites
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