by Scott Buga | Aug 2, 2021 | Reuse Inspiration
This refinished medicine cabinet looks awesome! From a Forklift Fan: “It took many hours of soaking and scrubbing but it was all so worth it. I love being able to save things like this! I really wanted to use natural cleaners, which is why I started with vinegar,...
by Scott Buga | Jul 29, 2021 | News
Nominations close August 1! Your favorite local salvage warehouse needs your help defending our Best Green Business title in Washington City Paper’s annual poll! You’ve named us Best Green Business every year since 2014 and we’d love it if you did so...
by Scott Buga | Jul 22, 2021 | News
Do you use Community Forklift as a lending library for your home? We really hope you will! Home improvement spending has risen steadily over the past decade. Americans love to redesign their homes and change out materials like cabinets, furniture, and lighting...
by Scott Buga | Jul 15, 2021 | News
Did you know that in 2020, Community Forklift redistributed 3,819 light fixtures to the community? That’s a lot of lights saved from the landfill — ceiling fans, sconces, lamps, chandeliers, flush-mount lights, outdoor lights, and more! Andrew is responsible for...
by Scott Buga | Jul 13, 2021 | Donating Materials, Donations
Why are there limits on Community Forklift’s free donation pickup service? Donated building materials are the cornerstone of Community Forklift and we very much appreciate all of the businesses and individuals who contribute items to our reuse warehouse. We...